The Chamber paid a courtesy call on the Commissioner General (CG) of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Mr. Anthony K. Sarpong, on March 14, 2025, at the GRA Head Office. The meeting was an opportunity to congratulate him on his new role and reaffirm the Chamber’s commitment to collaborating with the GRA to address key challenges in the downstream petroleum sector. During the engagement, the CBOD delegation, led by the Board Chairman Mr. Yaw Koduah-Sarpong and CEO Dr. Patrick Ofori,...
Read moreThe inaugural Downstream Women’s Summit 2025, organised by the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) and National Petroleum Authority (NPA), was held on Friday, 14th March 2025, at the National Petroleum Authority in Accra. The summit was an inspiring and transformative event dedicated to empowering women in the downstream petroleum sector. The summit brought together industry leaders, professionals, and key stakeholders for an afternoon of insightful discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking. The highlight of the event was a thought-provoking panel...
Read moreThe Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) welcomes Yaw Koduah-Sarpong as its new Board Chairman, succeeding Ivy Apea Owusu, whose tenure has been marked by outstanding leadership and industry advancements. Yaw, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the Oil and Gas sector, brings a wealth of expertise in Accounting, Finance, and Taxation. He is the Founder of NYKS Group Ltd and currently serves as the CEO of SA Energy Ltd, an affiliate Bulk Distribution Company....
Read moreThe Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) is pleased to introduce its newly elected Board, comprising distinguished leaders dedicated to advancing Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector. The new Board will provide strategic direction, foster industry growth, and champion policies that ensure efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. Meet the CBOD Board Members: Emmanuel Akakpo – Cirrus Oil Services Limited Kingsley Sarpong – Chase Petroleum Ghana Limited Afia Owusuaa Darkwah – Fuel Trade Limited Amentor Aziakar – GOEnergy Limited Elton Kwabla Dusi – Maranatha...
Read moreOver the past four years, fuel prices in Ghana have undergone a dramatic surge, affecting households, businesses, and the overall economy. Pump prices for petrol and diesel have risen sharply, with petrol increasing by approximately 150% and diesel by nearly 200% from 2020 to 2024. In 2020, petrol and diesel pump prices averaged below GHS5/Ltr. However, current average pump prices are above GHS13/Ltr for both petrol and diesel. The factors driving these increments are numerous and complex, with the exchange...
Read moreThe 2023 Petroleum Industry Report outlines significant progress and persistent challenges in Ghana's oil and gas sector. As the global energy landscape shifts, Ghana’s petroleum industry has embraced both opportunities and hurdles, seeking to solidify its position in the region. Over the past year, Ghana has made strides in production optimisation and revenue generation. Efforts to enhance operational efficiency have borne fruit, resulting in increased crude oil output and significant contributions to the national economy. Investments in downstream infrastructure, such...
Read moreIn a compelling presentation at the OTL Africa Energy Downstream Week 2024, Dr. Patrick Kwaku Ofori, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), outlined key insights on Africa's rapidly evolving energy landscape, emphasizing the opportunities and challenges ahead for the continent. Dr. Ofori highlighted Africa’s projected population growth and industrial expansion as major drivers of increasing energy demand. He noted that Africa’s population, which is expected to reach 1.5 billion by 2025, will bring about greater energy...
Read moreThe Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), as part of its four-year initiative to engage political parties on energy sector matters relative to their manifesto promises, hosted this year’s Energy Policy Townhall at the UPSA Auditorium. The event served as a platform for representatives of the country’s two major political parties—the New Patriotic Party (NPP) on 9th October and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on 16th October 2024—to present and discuss their energy policies in the lead-up to the December 7th...
Read moreWelcome to the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) website. 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...
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