IN 2018, shippers paid less than what they did in 2017 to shipping lines for undue grounding and detention of containers after the mandatory free periods, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), Ms Benonita Bismarck, has disclosed. This, she explained, meant that demurrage declined by 22.4 per cent to US$59 […]
Welcome to the official website of the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD). The CBOD serves as a key advocacy and representative body for private sector companies in the downstream petroleum industry, along with our affiliates (i.e. BIDECs, Depots, and Affiliates). Our vision is to drive industry excellence and contribute to national development to improve lives.
We also function as an industry research and strategy unit committed to enhancing the industry’s commercial viability and sustainability of our members.
The Chamber’s mission is to Strategize, facilitate, and enhance stakeholder cooperation in the downstream petroleum sector and partner with allied agencies for national development through targeted advocacy, stakeholder engagement, policy development, and research.
Our goal is to serve as the voice of our members, ensuring their interests are well-represented through strong advocacy, collaboration, and industry engagement. We provide members with essential resources, timely industry insights, and an active platform for discussing national and industry issues and opportunities to support their sustainability.
The Chamber’s active presence on the Internet and social media is a reflection of our commitment to transparency, accountability, accessibility, and timely communication to our members and the general public. Our website provides regular updates on industry developments, market outlooks, and CBOD initiatives. Whether you are a potential member looking to join the Chamber or a visitor seeking insights into the downstream petroleum sector, we hope you find the information here both useful and informative.
We look forward to working with you toward the growth and sustainability of the downstream petroleum industry in Ghana.
Warm Regards,
Patrick Kwaku Ofori, Ph.D.
CEO, Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD)
