Tag: port tariffs
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GUTA demands suspension of new port tariffs
The Ghana Union of Traders’ Association (GUTA) has called on the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) to suspend the implementation of its new tariffs. Instead, the association has asked the GPHA to “engage stakeholders as the adverse impact of these increases would further compound the high cost of doing business.” This was contained in…
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Importers protest impending 11% increment in cargo handling charges
The Importers and Exporters Association is kicking against a scheduled 11 percent tariff increment for cargo handling at the Terminal Three of the Tema Port. The importers say the expected increment which is scheduled to take effect next month, will increase the cost of shipping. The Meridian Port Services, operators of the new Terminal 3…
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GPHA suspends new tariffs indefinitely
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has indefinitely put on hold its proposed review of charges at the ports. The GPHA says this is to address all concerns raised by the various stakeholders involved. The GPHA, last year announced its decision to review port tariffs on imports beginning January 2018. According to the GPHA,…
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Importers demand downward review of new port tariffs
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has impressed on the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) to reduce the proposed 20 percent increase on import charge to 15 percent. The Association says although the 20 percent tariff increment may be justifiable, a further reduction will ease their cost of operations. The GPHA on Friday,…