MT Asharami Ghana, a 40,000-cubic-metre Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) carrier, delivered 5,000MT of LPG on its maiden voyage to Ghana, boosting efforts to strengthen energy security, LPG supply reliability, and the nation’s position as a strategic hub for regional energy trade.
The dual-fuel vessel arrived in Ghana barely seven months after its commissioning, coinciding with Sahara Group’s 30th anniversary. Purpose-built to serve Ghana and neighbouring markets, MT Asharami Ghana forms part of Sahara Group’s integrated LPG infrastructure strategy.
Welcoming the vessel, Hon. Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, described the arrival of MT Asharami Ghana as a major boost to Ghana’s clean energy ambitions.
“The arrival of MT Asharami Ghana represents a significant step forward in our quest to expand access to cleaner energy solutions for Ghanaians. As we work towards increasing LPG adoption across the country, investments like this are essential to strengthening supply reliability and achieving our clean cooking objectives.”
The Minister said Ghana’s ambition of increasing LPG utilisation and improving energy security can only be achieved through strong partnerships between government and responsible private-sector investors.
“We commend Sahara Group for standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Ghana over the years in supporting our aspirations for energy security, economic growth and sustainable development. The success of our energy transition journey depends on credible and committed partners.”
According to Wale Ajibade, Executive Director, Sahara Group, the vessel represents far more than an investment in maritime infrastructure.
Ajibade noted that Ghana’s target of increasing LPG adoption in 50 per cent of households by 2030, up from about 30 per cent today, makes investments in supply infrastructure increasingly important.
“At Sahara, we see MT Asharami Ghana as a symbol of confidence in Ghana’s future and the country’s growing role in regional energy trade. It reflects our unwavering belief in Ghana’s immense potential and our determination to work alongside stakeholders to deliver sustainable energy solutions that improve lives, create opportunities and drive inclusive growth.”
He added that the vessel forms part of a broader integrated infrastructure strategy that combines shipping, storage, and downstream distribution to strengthen Ghana’s LPG value chain.
Yaa Serwaa Alifo, Managing Director, Asharami Ghana, described the vessel’s arrival as the culmination of a vision and a bold statement of the company’s commitment to Ghana’s energy future.
“What we are celebrating here is the culmination of a vision and a bold statement of our commitment to Ghana’s energy future. Asharami Ghana will help ensure that homes, businesses and families across Ghana have reliable access to cleaner cooking fuel.”
Alifo acknowledged the support of the Government of Ghana, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, the National Petroleum Authority, Sahara Group’s leadership, and all stakeholders whose collaboration helped bring the project to fruition.
As demand for LPG continues to grow across the sub-region, investments in marine infrastructure such as MT Asharami Ghana will become increasingly important in ensuring security of supply, operational efficiency, and sustainable economic growth.
