The Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) has assured the general public that there will be no interruptions in power supply, commonly referred to as "dumsor," during the upcoming maintenance shutdown of its Gas Processing Plant (GPP) and offshore Gas Export Facilities. The maintenance is scheduled to take place from August 1 to August 17, 2024.

The Head of Corporate Communications at Ghana Gas, Ernest Kofi Owusu-Bempah Bonsu, in a statement disclosed that despite the shutdown, Lean Gas from the Sankofa-OCTP field will be available for delivery at the Takoradi Distribution Station (TDS), ensuring a continuous supply of gas.

“We deeply regret any inconvenience that the shutdown may cause but want to assure the general public that there will be uninterrupted power supply during this period,” Bonsu stated. “We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency.”

The planned maintenance is critical for enhancing the plant's operational efficiency and ensuring the safety of its operations. This proactive measure is part of Ghana Gas's commitment to providing reliable energy solutions to the nation.

Read the entire statement below;

GHANA GAS

GHANA NATIONAL GAS COMPANY P. O. Box CT 3686 Cantonments, Accra - Ghana

Tel: +233 (0)30 274 4200

Fax: +233 (0)30 274 4229

Email: admin@ghanagas.com.gh

Web: www.ghanagas.com.gh

IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE JULY 31, 2024

PLANNED FACILITY MAINTENANCE SHUTDOWN-01/08/24-17/08/24

The Ghana National Gas Limited Company (Ghana Gas) wishes to bring to the attention of the general public that it's Gas Processing Plant (GPP) and offshore Gas Export Facilities will be shut down from 1st to 17th August 2024.

The shutdown is to enable critical safety and essential maintenance works to enhance the plant's operational efficiency and uninterrupted gas supply.

During the shutdown period, Lean Gas from the Sankofa-OCTP field will be available for delivery at the Takoradi Distribution Station (TDS).

Ghana Gas deeply regrets any inconvenience that the shutdown may cause but assures the general public that there will be uninterrupted power supply during the shutdown period.

We are committed to maintaining the highest standard of safety and operational efficiency.

Issued by:

ERNEST KOFI OWUSU-BEMPAH BONSU HEAD OF CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS