The West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo) has announced the completion of its pipeline maintenance activities.
It has therefore resumed gas transportation to Ghana, Togo, and Benin.
A statement issued by the company revealed that the maintenance project involved offshore pipeline cleaning and inspection, subsea valve replacements, and other essential works across multiple locations in Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria.
The statement, which was issued today, Friday, February 28, 2025, said the project was completed ahead of schedule with remarkable efficiency and safety.
It added that the four-week-long project required a temporary shutdown of pipeline laterals supplying gas to Cotonou (Benin), Lomé (Togo), and Tema (Ghana). WAPCo’s Managing Director, Michelle Burkett, in the statement said,
“I want to congratulate every member of our team for their dedication and professionalism. This was a complex project, and your hard work, even in the face of challenges, made it a success. While some countries experienced temporary disruptions due to the shutdown of the laterals, our teams worked tirelessly to ensure that maintenance was carried out swiftly and safely. The results speak for themselves, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve achieved.”
She further expressed gratitude to the governments of Benin, Ghana, Nigeria, and Togo for their support.
It indicated the contributions of maritime and regulatory authorities, customers, shippers, gas off-takers, host communities, shareholders, and other stakeholders.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
