President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned a new liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vessel named Asharami Ghana, marking what officials describe as a significant step toward strengthening the country’s energy infrastructure and supporting the transition to cleaner fuel sources.
The commissioning ceremony took place on Thursday, March 12, in South Korea.
Speaking at the event, President Mahama described the occasion as a major milestone for the country’s energy sector, noting that the new vessel will contribute to improving the efficiency and resilience of LPG supply.
He said the commissioning represented “more than a ceremonial occasion,” emphasising that it marks “a significant milestone in strengthening the infrastructure that underpins the global liquefied petroleum gas supply chain.”
According to the President, expanding access to reliable and cleaner energy sources remains one of the defining challenges facing countries today. He noted that LPG continues to play an important role in addressing these concerns by offering a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels.
President Mahama further highlighted the importance of partnerships in advancing energy development, stating that the project demonstrates “the power of strategic partnerships and forward-looking investments aimed at improving energy security for Ghana, West Africa, and the African continent.”
He added that Ghana, like many countries in the region, recognises the potential of LPG to support socio-economic growth while providing households and industries with cleaner energy options.
Officials say the commissioning of the Asharami Ghana vessel forms part of broader efforts to modernise the country’s energy infrastructure and strengthen supply systems within the sector.
The development is expected to contribute to Ghana’s long-term strategy of improving energy security while promoting the use of sustainable and modern fuel alternatives across the country and the wider West African region.
