The Ashanti Regional Minister, Simon Osei Mensah has undertaken a comprehensive inspection at the Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal (BILT) to assess the current status of the construction project.
Managed by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) in collaboration with the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) and the Ministry of Transport, the BILT project is currently being funded by the government of Ghana.
During the visit, Project Director Dr. Aron Adade provided insights into the progress of Phase 1 of the project, highlighting that significant milestones such as civil works, road networks, container handling facilities, and administrative buildings are approximately 50% complete.
The remaining phase will focus on the superstructure and terminal bay, as outlined by Dr. Adade during the minister’s tour of the site.
The visit showcased various key areas such as customs-bonded warehouses, Container Freight Station (CFS), truck park, and essential infrastructure.
Accompanying the minister on the tour were notable figures including the Board Chair of GSA, Ms. Stella Wilson, and the CEO of GSA, Kwesi Baffour Sarpong, among others from security agencies and the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council.
In his remarks, CEO of the GSA, Kwesi Baffour Sarpong emphasized the government’s commitment to the BILT project, recognizing its pivotal role in enhancing economic growth, reducing transportation costs, and facilitating regional trade within the framework of the Ghana Trade and Investment Gateway (GHATIG) Program.
Furthermore, the project’s strategic location near the Kumasi International Airport and Ghana’s sea port positions Ghana as a key multimodal transportation hub in West Africa, reinforcing its leadership role in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Following the tour, the Ashanti Regional Minister expressed satisfaction with the progress and quality of work accomplished, underscoring the government’s dedication to providing necessary funding to expedite the project’s completion.
The Board Chair of GSA, Stella Wilson, extended gratitude to the minister for his visit, affirming GSA’s commitment to ensuring that the BILT project contributes significantly to the economic development of the middle belt and northern sectors of the country.
