VAOB Group Limited Joins AmCham Ghana

AmCham Ghana is pleased to welcome VAOB Group Limited as our newest Gold Member.

VAOB Group Limited is a rapidly expanding multi-industry organization with extensive expertise in originating, structuring, and financing infrastructure projects across West Africa. Over the past four years, VAOB has played a pivotal role in securing nearly $300 million in funding for critical infrastructure projects across Sub-Saharan Africa. Their contributions span diverse sectors, including the supply of rolling stock, hospital construction, bridges, water systems, and other essential infrastructure developments.

Bridging the Infrastructure Gap: The VAOB Story

When our Chairman, Tony P. Burkson, returned to Ghana in 2016 after years in the UK, he saw a continent brimming with potential—yet held back by a familiar challenge: the lack of financing for critical infrastructure. As the founding CEO of the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, he worked closely with businesses, investors, and government agencies to drive economic growth. British companies sought to expand into Africa, Ghanaian businesses pursued international partnerships, and governments had bold visions for infrastructure development. However, time and again, projects faltered due to one fundamental issue—securing financing. Investors hesitated, wary of the lack of structured, bankable deals.

Tony soon realized the problem extended beyond capital—it was about connection. A gap existed between those in need of financing and those with the resources to provide it. African governments and private sector players often lacked the expertise to structure projects in a way that appealed to global investors. Meanwhile, financiers remained cautious, having witnessed too many promising initiatives collapse due to poor planning, corruption, or a lack of transparency. What was missing was a bridge—an entity capable of transforming ambitious infrastructure plans into well-structured, investable opportunities.

The Birth of VAOB Infrastructure Group

Thus, VAOB Infrastructure Group was established to become that bridge—the missing link between vision and execution. By leveraging an extensive network of global financial institutions, export credit agencies, and development banks, VAOB structures deals that attract long-term investment. Whether it’s a highway connecting communities, a state-of-the-art hospital improving healthcare, or an upgraded rail system facilitating trade, VAOB ensures that financing is no longer a barrier to Africa’s progress.

With a deep understanding of both local markets and international investment standards, VAOB has already secured over $400 million in funding for transformative projects. More than just raising capital, VAOB is restoring confidence in infrastructure financing by ensuring transparency, sustainability, and long-term value for both investors and governments.

Beyond Infrastructure: Expanding Our Impact

Recognizing the broader needs of Africa’s economic landscape, VAOB has since expanded, giving rise to two key subsidiaries:

· Verasure, a digitech-driven insurance brokerage, revolutionizing risk management and financial security.

· V-Rail, an engineering company specializing in the refurbishment, leasing, procurement, and supply of new and pre-owned rolling stock across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Our Commitment to Partnerships and Progress

As members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham), we look forward to fostering meaningful relationships, sharing our vision, and exploring new avenues for collaboration. Through the AmCham network, we aim to deepen our engagement, drive impactful partnerships, and contribute to Africa’s development journey.

Africa’s future is being built today—one project, one investment, one partnership at a time. At VAOB, we are not just funding development; we are shaping the foundation of progress.

AmCham Ghana is proud to welcome Africa Skills Hub Foundation as our newest Corporate Member.

Africa Skills Hub Foundation (ASH) is a Ghana-based business development service provider dedicated to creating economic and skill-based opportunities for Africa’s youth, women, and SMEs. Since its establishment in 2016, ASH has empowered young graduates with essential skills and job opportunities, supported SMEs in entrepreneurship, agribusiness, digital transformation, and climate-smart practices, and facilitated access to capital and markets for women-led businesses.

Committed to driving sustainable development, ASH equips women and youth with the tools to become catalysts for change in their communities. Beyond training, ASH offers extensive aftercare services, including regulatory support, IT solutions, financial guidance, legal assistance, market access, and intellectual property services. Additionally, ASH provides a dedicated fund focused on agriculture, green initiatives, and digital innovation, specifically supporting women and youth-led enterprises.

Through strategic partnerships with Pan-African multilateral institutions, private sector leaders, government youth agencies, universities, development partners, and youth-focused organizations, ASH continues to co-create impactful programs that foster growth and innovation across Africa.

We look forward to a meaningful collaboration with Africa Skills Hub Foundation in advancing economic empowerment and sustainable development across the continent.

Industrial Coatings Africa Unveils New Showroom at North Industrial Area,Accra

Industrial Coatings Africa, the leading provider of industrial coatings and painting solutions, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new showroom located at North Industrial Area, Dadeban Road, off Klan Street, adjacent Cowbell, Accra-Ghana.

The new showroom showcases a wide range of industrial maintenance & protectivecoatings and painting solutions designed to meet the specific needs of various industriesoperating in harsh and severe environments including Mining, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Construction, Marine, Telecommunications, Sewerage & Waste Water Treatment Plants, Aviation, industrial installation & infrastructure development etc.

The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art color matching equipment to produce clients color of choice and expertly trained staff to provide customers with exceptional service and support.

We are thrilled to bring our expertise – as manufacturer and distributor of the industry’s highest–technology anti-corrosion, anti-abrasion, chemical–resistant, fire-retardant, waterproofing, and industrial flooring coatings – to the heart of Africa and our commitment to quality, R&D, coating science, and technology keeps us on top of the industrial coatings game.

Our new showroom is designed to provide customers with a comprehensive experience, from product and color selection to application guidance. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and providing them with cutting-edge coatings solutions that contributes to overall sustainability of their operations and the growth and development of the industrial sector in Africa.

Our new showroom features a vast range of industrial maintenance and protective coating products, including Polyurea-Polyurethane highly crosslinking elastomeric coatings,epoxy resin coatings, polyurethane coatings, moisture cure coatings, Fire-Retardant Coatings, and specialized primers and topcoats for applications across vast industries and environments.

Our brands include Polyval, Polyflex, Xymax, Nofire, PolyRock, Polyur, Xyguard, Mono Ferro, Beyond, etc.

Industrial Coatings Africa is dedicated to providing innovative coating solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers in various industries and the company’s commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a trusted partners in the industry.

Our team of experts are always available to provide comprehensive guidance on product selection, application techniques, and maintenance recommendations.

To crown this grand opening, Industrial Coatings Africa is offering special promotions and discounts on select products and customers are invited to visit our new showroom and experience the company’s expertise and offerings firsthand.

For more information about Industrial Coatings Africa or to schedule a visit to the new showroom, please contact:

• Call/WhatsApp: +233 243 125 882 | +233 507 656 464 | +233 256 025 000 | +233 256 025 001 | +233 249 119 365
• Email: info.sourcelink@industrialcoatingsafrica.com
• Website: www.industrialcoatingsafrica.com

We look forward to welcoming and working for you.

“Industrial Coatings Africa… Tomorrow’s Technology today”

MAX INDUSTRIES LTD – RICE FACTORY

Max Industries ltd was established in July, 2020 at Dawa near the Dawa Industrial Zone, to produce high quality rice for the local market and also render toll milling services for rice farmers, cooperatives and commercial rice traders in Ghana and neighbouring countries. The factory specializes in processing paddy rice into polished rice, ensuring maximum recovery rates and quality output while adhering to food safety standards.

MISSION AND VISION

Mission

The mission of Max Industries Ltd is to produce locally grown and processed white rice in Ghana and also empower local rice producers by delivering efficient, reliable and cost-effective toll milling services that enhance the value of their service.

Vision
To become a leading producer and preferred choice of locally grown and milled white rice in addition to being recognized as the leading toll milling rice factory in the region delivering excellent services, innovation and sustainability.

SERVICES
The factory offers a comprehensive range of services that include:
1.⁠ ⁠Paddy Milling: Processing raw paddy into polished white rice
2.⁠ ⁠Grain Sorting and Grading: Ensuring uniform quality by removing impurities, broken
grains and discoloured kernels
3.⁠ ⁠Fortification: Adding micronutrients to milled rice to produce fortified rice for nutritional
enrichment
4.⁠ ⁠Packaging: Providing customized packaging solutions based on client specifications (1kg,
5kg, 25kg, 50kg etc.)

FACILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY

Max Industries Ltd is equipped with state-of-the-art milling equipment which includes:
 Two automated rice milling plants with a total capacity of 100MT a day for high capacity
operations
 An automated 30MT drying machine, 500MT silos, pre-cleaners, de-stoners, de-huskers,
polishers and graders for efficient rice processing.
 Two electric forklifts to facilitate transfer of goods
 Rawmaterials and Finished products warehouses with 10,000 cubic capacity each for
secured storage of raw and finished products
 A standby 800kva power generation plant
 An on-site office complex to handle administrative processes
 An on-site apartment for the factory senior management staff

ENGAGEMENTS
Max Industries Ltd is currently working on producing its own brand of local rice Maxi Rice with
processes far advanced. In addition to the above, Max Industries Ltd is currently undertaking toll
milling services for some of the major brands in the local rice industry such as Nana’s Rice by Agro
Kings Ltd, Evivi Rice by Newage Agric Solutions and AAC Rice by Asian African Consortium
managed by Jospong Group of Companies.
Finally, Max Industries Ltd has been contracted by World Food Programme (WFP) to produce
fortified rice to be distributed to Senior High Schools under the school feeding programme. This
is set to begin February, 2025.

FUTURE GOALS

Max Industries Ltd aims at expanding its services by:
 Acquiring vast lands and agricultural machinery for rice farming
 Upgrading its facilities in order to expand its current production capacity
 Build stronger partnerships with clients and stakeholders to promote the growth of the
local rice industry

Delta Introduces State-of-the-Art Airbus A330-900neo on Accra – New York Route

ACCRA: October 2, 2024 – Delta Air Lines proudly introduces the Airbus A330-900neo on its daily nonstop service from Accra to New York-JFK, effective October 2, 2024. This next- generation aircraft increases Delta’s seat capacity by approximately 30% between Ghana and the United States, while elevating the customer experience with enhanced comfort.

At the launch event in Accra, Ralph Albus, Delta’s Director of Global Communications | Commercial said: “Customers will enjoy Delta’s state-of-the-art Airbus A330-900neo, offering the latest in premium travel. The accelerated deployment of this new aircraft reflects the strong demand for our product, and we’re excited to offer passengers a premium onboard experience across the Atlantic with Delta’s renowned service.” Delta’s brand-new Airbus A330-900neo will contribute approximately 1,000 additional seats each week between Ghana and the United States while offering travelers a choice of four distinctive cabin experiences: Delta One Suites, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin.

Additionally, the aircraft boasts increased cargo capacity to meet rising demand. Delta One Suites feature fully lie-flat seats, luxury bedding, and privacy doors, paired with chef-curated meals and premium beverages. Delta Premium Select offers enhanced comfort with wider seats and additional legroom, while Delta Comfort+ and Main Cabin provide spacious seating, memory-foam cushions, and personalized entertainment with over 1,000 hours of content. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy state-of-the-art features including ambient lighting for a restful flight and access to Wi-Fi for purchase.

Success in Ghana has been driven by strong partnerships, and Mr. Albus expressed gratitude to Delta’s valued customers, the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, and the government of Ghana. Delta’s launch of the Airbus A330-900neo deepens the connection between Ghana and the United States, delivering additional capacity and world-class service.

CONTACT:

Delta Corporate Communications

+1 404-715-2554

media@delta.com

news.delta.com

United signs Starlink deal to provide industry-leading connectivity in the sky – for free.

United AirlinesSM is setting a new standard of inflight connectivity by signing the industry’s largest agreement of its kind with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s fast, reliable Wi-Fi service to our mainline and regional aircraft fleet, for free.

UnitedSM customers will soon enjoy the same high-speed, low-latency internet service in the air that they enjoy on the ground. The new, gate-to-gate connectivity will unlock game-changing experiences in the sky at scale that no other major U.S. airline provides like access to live TV and streaming services, social media, shopping, gaming and more, on seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously. Watch announcement video > 

United expects to have Starlink on all United aircraft – more than 1,000 planes – over the next several years. Testing begins in early 2025 with the first passenger flights expected later that year.

Starlink service on United aircraft will be free.

 

For more info visit here

Absa Bank Ghana LTD Joins AmCham Ghana

The American Chamber of Commerce  Ghana is delighted to welcome Absa Bank Ghana LTD, a leading financial institution with a strong commitment to corporate clients, high-net-worth individuals, retail customers, and small and medium enterprises, as our Newest Corporate Member.

Absa Bank Ghana LTD is part of Absa Group Limited, an African financial services group that aims to be the pride of the continent. Absa Group Limited is listed on the JSE in South Africa and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups with a presence in 12 countries across the continent and around 42,000 employees.

Fly Zipline Ghana Joins AmCham Ghana

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, is thrilled to welcome Fly Zipline Ghana as our newest Platinum Member. Zipline, a global leader in autonomous delivery, has revolutionized logistics with its on-demand drone delivery system.

Zipline is on a mission to build the world’s first logistics system that serves everyone equally. With operations in eight countries across four continents and more than 80 million commercial autonomous miles flown to date, Zipline is transforming access to healthcare, consumer products, and food.

Zipline originally started delivering blood and medical products in Rwanda in 2016 and has since expanded to food, retail, agriculture products, and animal health products.

Zipline has two platforms — one for long-range delivery and the other for precise home delivery. We’ve delivered to thousands of homes, hospitals, and businesses in the US, Rwanda, Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, Kenya, and Japan.

GCB PLC Joins AmCham Ghana as Platinum Member

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, is proud to introduce GCB Bank PLC, Africa’s most welcoming bank, offering accessible financial support wherever it’s needed through helpful service and expert solutions, as our newest Platinum Member.

GCB Bank Limited, formally known as Ghana Commercial Bank, is the largest bank in Ghana in terms of total operating assets and share of industry deposits, with 14.2% of total industry deposits.

GCB Bank PLC is Ghana’s first and largest indigenous bank with the vision to be the leading Bank in all our markets and the mission to provide first class banking solutions for customers and value for all stakeholders. This year, the Bank celebrates Seventy (70) years of providing unrivalled financial solutions towards socio-economic development of Ghana.

Established in 1953 and listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange since 1996, GCB Bank acquired selected assets and liabilities of two indigenous banks in 2017 and expanded its branch network and ATMs to over 185 and 340 respectively in its quest to continue being the most dominant player in Ghana’s banking

Welcome aboard, GCB Bank PLC!

Kezy-Banz Logistics and Investment Limited Proudly Joins AmCham Ghana as a Platinum Member.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana is delighted to announce that Kezy-Banz Logistics and Investment Limited, the industry leader in global classification services for marine and offshore assets, has joined AmCham Ghana as a Platinum Member. This prestigious membership signifies Kezy-Banz’s commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and strong partnerships within the Ghanaian business community

Kezy-Banz Logistics and Investment Limited offers a wide range of high-quality heavy equipment and haul trucks to meet the diverse needs of Ghana’s industries. From excavators and wheel loaders to articulated dump trucks, our machines are designed for performance and reliability