Government to develop Sea, rail transport as alternative to transportation services
Government plans to develop sea and rail transport systems as alternatives to road travel, aiming to ease persistent traffic congestion that heavily impacts transportation across roads.
This was disclosed by the Minister for Transport Mr. Joseph Bukari Nikpe, this during his appearance before Parliaments Appointments Committee on January 31, 2025.
“We will engage the private sector to also venture into the sea and rail transport such that we ease the roads [of traffic] or have alternatives means of travelling, he said.
Mr. Nikpe pointed out how the transport sector over the years had predominantly been dominated by road transport with occasional use of air travel, while rail and sea transport had been underutilized.
He said that the government would leverage public-private partnerships (PPS) to ensure the efficient and effective operation of sea and rail transport systems.
According to hm, government will foster a strong relationship between various transport unions and the Ministry to address the challenges within the road, sea and aviation sectors.
Regarding aviation, he noted that the sector required ongoing engagement and improvements to facilities to reduce the high costs that are passed on to consumers.
“Doing business in Ghana air space sometimes looks expensive so they pass on the bills to customers]. “If we have centers to maintain or for them to refuel, and they will not go to any other country, at least the cost of business will reduce and the air fares will also have a reduction, Mr. Nikpe said.
