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.

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AmCham Ghana visit Cargill Ghana

On Monday, October 7, the Manager for Membership, External Relations, and Projects at the Chamber, Jane Okyere-Aduachie, paid a courtesy call on Newly Appointed Managing Director of Cargill Ghana, Max Essoh Latte.

Cargill has been sourcing cocoa from Ghana for over 40 years and in 2008 opened its state-of-the-art cocoa processing facility in Tema. Today the company has around 700 employees sourcing and processing cocoa products to service food and confectionary customers locally and around the world.

 

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.

AmCham Ghana Reception In Honor of the New Commercial Counselor

Last Thursday, September 5th, AmCham Ghana hosted a reception honoring CS Ghana Commercial Counselor Rachel Kreissl, Commercial Officer Laurie Kelleher, and representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Ghana. Django Brothers, United Airlines, Voltic, Coca-Cola, and Tampico proudly supported the event. This engagement is designed to foster a valuable opportunity for members to network with industry professionals and create new business relationships.

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Distinguished Speaker Series on FDI with H.E. John Dramani Mahama

On Thursday, August 29, 2024, a consortium of reputable trade associations, led by the American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana, Ghana Netherlands Business & Culture Council, Spain-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Ghana South Africa Business Chamber, Canada-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Japan External Trade Office, and the Chamber of Commerce & Industry, France, launched the Distinguished Speaker Series at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra.

This initiative aimed to foster high-level discussions on the future of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Ghana. The speaker for the occasion was the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)- H.E. John Dramani Mahama.

The dialogue sought to address policies implemented by political leaders to attract and retain FDI, which had been instrumental in Ghana’s economic growth. FDI had contributed significantly to job creation, tax revenue generation, increased capital flows, technology and skills transfer, export development, and infrastructure enhancement. Since 1990, foreign investors had contributed approximately $47.2 billion to the Ghanaian economy, solidifying Ghana’s position as a major recipient of FDI in the subregion.

H.E. John Dramani Mahama outlined challenges hindering FDI inflows, including regulatory complexities, contract violations, macroeconomic instability, and corruption. He proposed policy interventions to address these challenges and attract more FDI, such as simplifying regulatory processes, ensuring contract sanctity, improving macroeconomic stability, reforming state-owned enterprises, providing incentives for investors, and strengthening investment promotion agencies.

The speaker identified specific sectors for targeted FDI promotion, including the extractive industry, digital economy, infrastructure, and agriculture. During the Q&A session, H.E. John Dramani Mahama discussed strategies used to attract significant FDI during his time in office, focusing on the oil and gas sector. He emphasized the importance of streamlining bureaucratic processes, coordinating government agencies, and utilizing debt service escrow accounts and public-private partnerships to finance infrastructure projects.
H.E. John Dramani Mahama emphasized the crucial role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in economic growth and development, particularly for developing nations like Ghana. He highlighted several challenges hindering FDI inflows into Ghana, including regulatory complexities, contract violations, macroeconomic instability, and corruption.

H.E. John Dramani Mahama outlined a series of policy interventions to address these challenges and attract more FDI. These included:
* Simplifying regulatory processes and reducing bureaucratic burdens
* Ensuring contract sanctity and resolving payment issues
* Improving macroeconomic stability and reducing inflation
* Reforming state-owned enterprises
* Providing incentives for investors
* Strengthening investment promotion agencies

H.E. John Dramani Mahama identified specific sectors for targeted FDI promotion, such as the extractive industry, digital economy, infrastructure, and agriculture.
Following the keynote speech, there was a fireside chat moderated by Mr. Joe Mensah, Senior Vice President for Kosmos Energy. During the Q&A session with H.E. John Dramani Mahama, the former President discussed strategies used to attract significant FDI during his time in office, particularly focusing on the oil and gas sector.

H.E. John Dramani Mahama highlighted the importance of streamlining bureaucratic processes and coordinating government agencies to facilitate investment. He mentioned the use of debt service escrow accounts and public-private partnerships (PPPs) to finance infrastructure projects without government funding. Additionally, the speaker explained how state-owned enterprises were incentivized to attract FDI by granting them more autonomy and access to private sector financing.

H.E. John Dramani Mahama emphasized the importance of effective governance, bureaucratic efficiency, and innovative financing mechanisms in creating a favorable investment climate.

The Executive Secretary of AmCham Ghana, Simon Madjie Esq, inquired about the government’s tardy payments to companies for goods and services, as well as the inconsistent localization policies that were jeopardizing Ghana’s attractiveness as an investment destination.

Stay tuned for the announcement of the next speaker in the Distinguished Speaker Series (DSS) on FDI.

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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

U.S. Embassy Commercial Counselor Rachel Kreissl visits AmCham Ghana

U.S. Embassy Commercial Counselor Rachel Kreissl visits AmCham Ghana

On Thursday, August 15th, Rachel Kreissl, the newly appointed Commercial Counselor at the U.S. Embassy Ghana, and Commercial Officer Laurie Kelleher, paid a courtesy call to the secretariat to discuss the current business climate and advocate for further economic development.

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Ghana Army Sports Teams Honoured with Cars, Watches, and Cash for Outstanding Performance by Ghana Boxing Authority, IMAX Promotions, and Premier Motors

On Thursday, June 27, our newest Platinum member, Max Industrials Limited, through its subsidiary IMAX Promotions, was awarded a brand-new Renault Logan Sedan. In a thrilling conclusion to the second season of the Ghana Professional Boxing League, Africa’s premier boxing league, the Ghana Army emerged victorious. This prestigious competition, produced by IMAX Boxing Promotions, has set new standards for the sport on the continent.

In recognition of their outstanding performance, the Ghana Army received a brand-new Renault Logan Sedan. This generous prize was provided by Premium Motors, the exclusive distributor of Renault automobiles in Ghana. The presentation of the car underscores the growing support for boxing in Ghana and highlights the commitment of corporate sponsors to the development of the sport.

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The Ghana Army’s victory in the league not only brings honor to their team but also shines a spotlight on the discipline, dedication, and skill of their boxers. This win serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes across the country and marks a significant milestone in the history of Ghanaian boxing.

AmCham Ghana Engaged Students From Bunker Hill Community College

The American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, engaged students from Bunker Hills Community College in Boston, Massachusetts, on the subject of U.S.-Ghana relations, global culture practices, and dynamics in business trade. This meeting was attended by 10 students and 3 faculty members

We delved into the complexities of international relations, focusing mainly on the U.S.’s role in Ghana and across Africa.

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Throughout the dialogue, students inquire into Ghana’s promising business environment alongside the challenges of international collaboration.

Conversations also scrutinized the impact of U.S. foreign policy on African nations, underlining diplomacy’s pivotal role in promoting global harmony. From commerce to geopolitics, the discussion underscored the profound significance of cross-cultural knowledge in today’s interconnected world trade and establishment between the U.S. and Ghana.