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Component

Takoradi Port Expansion

port

Cities

Takoradi
Ghana

Cost

$475m
$475,000,000

Phases

operational, 2024

Objective

This expansion is part of Ghana's plan to become a trans-shipment hub in West Africa.

Description

The Takoradi Port expansion project in Ghana includes several key features aimed at increasing the port's capacity and efficiency. These include dredging to a 16m depth, expanding the breakwater, constructing new quay walls, developing various specialized terminals (e.g., oil and gas, dry bulk, container), and creating new berths through land reclamation. The project also involves improving infrastructure like access roads, electrical installations, and storage areas

History

The Port of Takoradi, Ghana, has a history dating back to the early 20th century when it was constructed as a deep-water harbor to facilitate trade. Built in 1928, it served as both a trade and naval port. The port has been expanded and modernized over the years, playing a crucial role in Ghana's economy and trade

Capacities

2250000 TEUs Containers Per Year

Finance

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$138000000 loan
Africa Finance Corporation Bank

Operators

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Yıldırım Holding
Company

Contractors

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Yıldırım Holding
Company