Sekondi-Takoradi has been earmarked for a major expansion of its maritime and industrial infrastructure, with plans to reclaim about 1,000 hectares of land from the sea for a new multi-purpose marine industrial complex.
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe said the Sekondi-Takoradi (SEKTAK) Project is designed to go beyond conventional port operations, with infrastructure planned to support shipping, offshore activities, business, trade and improved urban connectivity.
The proposed Sekondi-Takoradi Multipurpose Marine Industrial Complex would complement rather than replace the existing Takoradi Port, according to project proponents, with the development expected to create new waterfront land through reclamation.
Takoradi’s growing importance to Ghana’s trade and extractive industries provides the economic rationale for expanding its surrounding infrastructure. The port handled 11.17 million metric tonnes of cargo in 2025, representing 36% of Ghana’s total seaborne trade, according to the Ghana Shippers’ Authority. Of that volume, exports accounted for 7.74 million tonnes, highlighting Takoradi’s central role in moving commodities from Ghana’s mining and agricultural sectors to international markets.
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) says Takoradi handled 77.4% of Ghana’s seaborne exports in 2024, with manganese, bauxite and cocoa among its major export commodities. The port is also a major logistics base for Ghana’s offshore oil and gas industry, benefiting from its proximity to the Jubilee and TEN fields.
That combination gives the SEKTAK proposal a broader industrial dimension. New serviced land could attract logistics companies, offshore service providers, fabrication firms, warehouses and businesses supporting mining and shipping, potentially allowing more economic activity to take place around the port rather than using it primarily as a point through which raw materials pass.
The project also fits into the government’s wider strategy of positioning Ghana as a maritime and logistics hub in West Africa. The Ministry of Transport said in May that Takoradi was being positioned as a premier oil and gas services hub, alongside broader plans to modernise maritime infrastructure and reduce logistics costs.
The proposed development also raises questions around financing, environmental approvals and the infrastructure needed to support the reclaimed site. The project will also require clarity on its financing model, land-use plans, concession arrangements and the industries targeted for the complex as plans move forward.
GPHA enters the proposed expansion from a relatively strong financial position. The authority reported net profit of GH¢2.82 billion in 2025, up 17.18% from the previous year, while revenue rose to GH¢7.62 billion.
The proposed complex would add a new layer to Takoradi’s existing role as a gateway for Ghana’s exports and a base for offshore activity. Beyond the port itself, the development could create space for logistics, manufacturing, marine services and other businesses that require access to the coast and shipping infrastructure.
