Despite prevailing challenges, such as global supply chain dis­ruptions caused by the aftermath of COVID-19 and the Ukraine/ Russia conflict, as well as national economic hurdles and inflationary pressures, the company demon­strated its unwavering commitment to progress by completing the proj­ect within five months.

The commissioning of this expansive pipeline network carries immense socio-economic impli­cations on a national scale as it is expected to significantly reduce power transmission losses that currently affect the country.

Moreover, the integration of the pipeline will facilitate the provision of cheaper gas for power genera­tion.

This development positions Ku­masi as a key hub for future devel­opment initiatives and employment opportunities.

A statement issued by the com­pany in Accra on Friday said for more than 15 years, Genser Energy had played a pivotal role as an In­dependent Power Producer (IPP), spearheading the development of an extensive pipeline network spanning 430km.

“The magnitude of this endeav­our has been made possible due to the exceptional dedication exhibit­ed by the Genser Energy staff. In a testament to their commitment to local content laws, the construction of the latest phase of the pipeline was entrusted to a group of young engineers, with an average age of 32, of which 85 per cent were Ghanaians,” it said.

Mr Henry Abeiku Oppong, the Project Manager of the Engineer­ing, Procurement, and Construc­tion (EPC) team, joined Genser Energy as an entry-level employee in 2013.

His rise within the company, the statement said, was emblematic of Genser Energy’s commitment to training and providing opportuni­ties to young engineers.

Mr Oppong expressed his satisfaction with the successful completion of the project, stating, “It is an honor to be part of this transformative endeavour, which will leave a lasting impact on the nation’s infrastructure and the lives of its people. Together, we have built a legacy of teamwork and resilience, driven by a shared commitment to excellence and col­laboration. This success fuels our optimism for Ghana’s bright future in the energy sector.”

The EPC team, comprised of 40 full-time Genser Energy employees and an additional 220 contractors, were engaged specifically for this project to ensure its timely and budget-conscious completion.

Over 12,000 steel pipes had to be purchased, delivered and assem­bled to complete the project.

“Throughout the project, my utmost priority was to ensure that every aspect adhered to the highest standards of Quality Assurance and Quality Control. From meticu­lously verifying incoming materials to meticulously preparing essential documents such as the Inspection Test Plan (ITP), test reports, and the construction dossier, we left no stone unturned in maintaining the project’s integrity and meeting all specifications” said Edward Lotsi, Quality Assurance and Quality Control Superintendent.

Since 2018, Genser Energy has constructed a total of 430km of natural gas pipelines. By closely collaborating with Ghanaian regu­latory bodies, Genser Energy has not only expanded its operations, but has also contributed to the growth of the national economy.