加纳 John Dramani Mahama 总统在韩国为一艘现代化液化石油气（LPG）运输船举行启用仪式，称其为增强非洲能源安全、支持清洁能源转型的战略资产。

2026 年 3 月上旬，在以其海洋工程专长闻名世界的韩国某大型造船厂举行的启用仪式上，双燃料全冷冻式 LPG 运输船 "MT 阿沙拉米·加纳号"（MT Asharami Ghana） 正式启航。

Mahama 总统在政要、行业领袖及合作伙伴出席的仪式上表示，此次活动意义远超单艘船舶的启用。

他解释道，这标志着强化全球液化石油气供应链基础设施的重要一步。

"对于加纳及众多依赖部分液化石油气进口来补充国内产量的非洲国家而言，扩大全球航运能力至关重要。" Mahama 总统表示。

他补充说："这能增强供应安全，提高可靠性，通过更高效的物流稳定价格，并为在国际市场上实现供应来源多样化创造机会。"

区域能源供应的战略推动

总统强调了该项目背后的协作努力，并赞扬了利益相关方为确保安全负责任能源分配的共同愿景。他表示，通过西非天然气有限公司（WAGL）能源计划，该船只是旨在支持该地区不断变化的能源需求的战略船队的一部分。

总统称，该船的投入使用标志着区域能源物流的新篇章，将有助于扩大西非地区获得可靠和更清洁能源的机会。

在清洁能源转型中的作用

Mahama 总统强调了液化石油气在全球向清洁能源转型中的关键作用，特别是对非洲大陆数百万家庭而言。

他指出，液化石油气是木炭、柴火和煤油等传统燃料的更清洁替代品，有助于减少室内空气污染，同时通过减少森林砍伐促进环境可持续性。

"通过诸如我们今天庆祝的这种战略性投资和前瞻性伙伴关系，我们正在采取切实措施加强加纳、西非乃至整个非洲的能源安全。" 他表示。

总统说："这些努力有助于建立一个公正和包容的能源转型，造福今世后代。"

加强加纳的液化石油气供应

在进一步介绍加纳能源现状时，总统透露，该国目前约 50% 的液化石油气需求由本土生产满足，其余依赖进口。他表示，MT 阿沙拉米·加纳号的投入使用将提升液化石油气的安全、高效和大规模运输能力。

"这艘液化石油气运输船将增强我们安全、高效、大规模运输液化石油气的集体能力。" Mahama 总统解释道。

他补充说："通过这种方式，它们将帮助企业、工业和家庭获得支持经济增长并提升生活质量的现代能源服务。"

对合作伙伴的赞扬

Mahama 总统赞扬了撒哈拉集团、WAGL 能源公司及其他项目合作伙伴展现的领导力、专业技术与战略远见。

他指出，他们的承诺证明了当创新、投资与合作共同弥合基础设施缺口并释放非洲可持续经济机遇时所能实现的成果。

他还表示，此次交付仪式凸显了国际合作的持久价值，以及非洲与其全球伙伴基于相互尊重和可持续发展共同承诺的伙伴关系力量。

总统希望 MT 阿沙拉米·加纳号能成为进步的象征，并激励非洲能源价值链的进一步投资、创新与合作。

"我们可以共同建设必要的基础设施、伙伴关系和政策，为非洲大陆确保一个可持续且繁荣的能源未来。" 他说道。

Mahama Commissions LPG Vessel in South Korea to Boost Ghana’s Energy Security

President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned a modern Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) vessel in South Korea, describing it as a strategic asset that will strengthen energy security and support the transition to cleaner energy across Africa.

The commissioning ceremony, held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at a major shipyard in South Korea — a country widely recognised for its maritime engineering expertise — marked the official launch of the MT Asharami Ghana, a dual-fuel, fully refrigerated LPG carrier.

Addressing a gathering of dignitaries, industry leaders and partners, President Mahama said the event represented more than the launch of a single vessel.

He explained that it symbolised a significant step in strengthening the infrastructure that supports the global LPG supply chain.

“For countries such as Ghana and many across Africa that rely partly on LPG imports to complement domestic production, the expansion of global shipping capacity is essential,” President Mahama said.

He added that, “It enhances supply security, improves reliability, stabilises pricing through more efficient logistics, and creates opportunities to diversify supply sources across international markets.”

Strategic boost for regional energy supply

President Mahama highlighted the collaborative effort behind the project and praised the shared vision of stakeholders committed to ensuring safe and responsible energy distribution.

He said through the West Africa Gas Limited (WAGL) Energy initiative, the vessel forms part of a strategic fleet designed to support the region’s evolving energy needs.

According to the President, the deployment of the vessel marks a new chapter in regional energy logistics and will help expand access to reliable and cleaner energy across West Africa.

Role in cleaner energy transition

President Mahama underscored the critical role of LPG in the global shift towards cleaner energy, particularly for millions of households across the African continent.

He noted that LPG offers a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels such as charcoal, firewood and kerosene, helping to reduce indoor air pollution while contributing to environmental sustainability through lower levels of deforestation.

“Through strategic investments and forward-looking partnerships, such as the one we celebrate today, we are taking practical steps to enhance energy security for Ghana, West Africa, and Africa as a whole,” he stated.

President Mahama said, “These efforts contribute to building a just and inclusive energy transition that benefits present and future generations.”

Strengthening Ghana’s LPG supply

Providing further context on Ghana’s energy landscape, the President revealed that the country currently produces about 50 per cent of its LPG needs locally and relies on imports to meet the remaining demand.

He said the commissioning of the MT Asharami Ghana would strengthen the capacity to transport LPG safely, efficiently and on a larger scale.

“This LPG vessel will strengthen our collective ability to transport LPG safely, efficiently, and at scale,” President Mahama explained.

He added that, “In doing so, they will help ensure that businesses, industries, and households can depend on modern energy services that support economic growth and improve quality of life.”

Commendation for partners

President Mahama commended the leadership, technical expertise and strategic foresight demonstrated by Sahara Group, WAGL Energy and other partners involved in the project.

He said their commitment illustrates what can be achieved when innovation, investment and collaboration come together to bridge infrastructure gaps and unlock sustainable economic opportunities across Africa.

The commissioning, he added, also highlighted the enduring value of international cooperation and the strength of partnerships between Africa and its global partners, built on mutual respect and a shared commitment to sustainable development.

President Mahama expressed hope that the MT Asharami Ghana would serve as a symbol of progress and inspire further investment, innovation and collaboration across Africa’s energy value chain.

“Together, we can build the infrastructure, partnerships, and policies necessary to secure a sustainable and prosperous energy future for our continent,” he said.

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文：Kester Aburam Korankye

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