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Meridian Port Services

Also known as: MPS

Meridian Port Services — operates Terminal 3 at Tema Port; faces system outages and container evacuation delays affecting cargo clearance.

2026-05-052026-09-13

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The sharp increase in cargo volumes has particularly affected the Meridian Port Services (MPS) Terminal, with industry players also pointing to recurring system outages as a major constraint.

    Transport Minister orders urgent action to tackle surge in port congestion
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    Mr Nikpe disclosed this when he paid a working visit to Meridian Port Services (MPS) at the Tema Port yesterday, where he engaged management on measures to speed up container inspection and clearance.

    Transport Minister seeks end to clearance delays
  4. August 2026
  5. The Chronicle

    Aaron Kanor, has joined key stakeholders in the maritime and security sectors to address operational bottlenecks affecting the movement of containers at the Meridian Port Services (MPS) Terminal 3 at the Tema Port.

    Customs, Port Stakeholders Tackle Container Delays At Tema Port
  6. Joy Online

    The launch brought together representatives of government, COCOBOD, Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs), cocoa processing companies, the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Meridian Port Services, the Ghana Revenue Authority, shipping lines, hauliers, international cocoa buyers, the

    CMC Managing Director launches 24-hour operating model
  7. Joy Online

    The launch brought together representatives of government, COCOBOD, Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs), cocoa processors, the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Meridian Port Services, the Ghana Revenue Authority, shipping lines, hauliers, international cocoa buyers, the Quality C

    CMC launches 24-hour cocoa operations
  8. The Chronicle

    Mr Kanor and his delegation later proceeded to the Golden Jubilee Terminal and Meridian Port Services (MPS) Terminal 3, where they continued their assessment of operations and engaged stakeholders on matters relating to Customs activities and port efficiency.

    Customs Commissioner Visits Tema Collection To Boost Revenue
  9. Joy Online

    The call was made during the second Just-In-Time (JIT) Sailing and Port Call Optimisation Workshop held at the Meridian Port Services (MPS) Terminal 3.

    GMA pushes for implementation of port optimisation measures at Tema Port
  10. Joy Online

    The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Meridian Port Services, Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders, Association of Customs House Agents Ghana, Customs Brokers Association of Ghana and Freight Forwarders Association of Ghana.

    GPHA engages freight forwarders to improve cargo movement through Ghana’s ports
  11. July 2026
  12. Joy Online

    Delays in evacuating containers from the Meridian Port Services (MPS) Terminal 3 to Inland Container Depots dominated discussions at the Second Quarter Bronze and Trade Associations’ Shipper Committee meeting organised by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) in Accra.

    Shippers decry container evacuation delays at Tema Port
  13. June 2026
  14. Joy Online

    The Deputy Minister for Transport has praised the significant investments made by Meridian Port Services (MPS), operators of the container terminal at Tema Port.

    Deputy Transport Minister praises MPS investment at Tema Port
Business

Transport Minister directs action on container buildup at Tema Port

The News

Container traffic at Ghana's Tema Port has surged to levels not seen in two decades, prompting the Transport Minister to direct removal of overstayed containers and encourage more vessel calls to evacuate empty containers. System outages at the Meridian Port Services Terminal have contributed to the congestion and cargo handling delays.

10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. Transport Minister directs action on container buildup at Tema Port

    Container traffic at Ghana's Tema Port has surged to levels not seen in two decades, prompting the Transport Minister to direct removal of overstayed containers and encourage more vessel calls to evacuate empty containers. System outages at the Meridian Port Services Terminal have contributed to the congestion and cargo handling delays.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Transport minister drives effort to reduce Tema Port clearance delays

    The Minister of Transport has launched measures to reduce container clearance delays at Tema Port through closer collaboration among inspection and processing agencies, aiming to lower demurrage costs for businesses and consumers and speed up cargo movement.

    9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 27 August

  1. Customs, port stakeholders address container delays at Tema

    The Commissioner of Customs joined senior officials from GPHA, MPS, and other maritime and security agencies to address operational bottlenecks affecting container movement at Tema Port's MPS Terminal 3. Discussions focused on improving coordination, reducing congestion, and shortening cargo turnaround times.

    27 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 22 August

  1. CMC launches 24-hour cocoa operations model nationwide

    The Cocoa Marketing Company has launched a 24-hour operational model to improve cocoa movement across Ghana's logistics and export value chain, as part of President Mahama's 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme. The initiative, structured around three pillars—Offload 24, Load 24 and Export 24—extends critical cocoa operations beyond conventional working hours at Take-Over Centers in Tema, Kumasi and Takoradi.

    22 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. CMC launches 24-hour cocoa operations to speed up exports

    The Cocoa Marketing Company has launched a comprehensive 24-hour operational model under three pillars—Offload 24, Load 24, and Export 24—to improve cocoa movement across logistics and export, implemented at CMC take-over centres in Tema, Kumasi, and Takoradi as part of Ghana's 24-Hour Economy programme.

    22 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 20 August

  1. Customs Commissioner visits Tema to strengthen revenue mobilisation

    The Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority paid an official working visit to the Tema Collection to strengthen revenue mobilisation and improve operational efficiency at the country's major port. He commended officers for meeting recent revenue targets and urged them to sustain momentum and surpass the annual revenue target.

    20 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 14 August

  1. GMA calls for swift implementation of port optimization at Tema

    The Ghana Maritime Authority has urged stakeholders to implement proposals designed to reduce vessel delays and improve turnaround times at Tema Port, emphasizing the need for better coordination among port agencies and the establishment of a Maritime Single Window for electronic documentation processing.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 13 August

  1. GPHA engages freight forwarders to improve port operations

    The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has met with freight forwarders and industry stakeholders to address operational challenges and improve cargo movement through Ghana's ports. The meeting focused on practical measures and strengthened collaboration to enhance port efficiency and trade facilitation.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 2 July

  1. Container evacuation delays at Tema Port disrupt operations

    Shippers complained at a Ghana Shippers' Authority meeting that delays in moving containers from Meridian Port Services Terminal 3 to inland depots are prolonging cargo clearance, causing unnecessary rent and demurrage charges even when importers have met statutory requirements. The delays are affecting supply chain efficiency and increasing operational costs for businesses.

    2 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 11 June

  1. Deputy Transport Minister praises MPS investments at Tema Port

    The Deputy Minister for Transport Dorcas Affo-Toffey visited Meridian Port Services at Tema Port and praised the company's significant investments and modern technology, describing the facility as one of West Africa's most modern and well-equipped ports.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 5 May

  1. GSA Governing Board tours Tema Port to strengthen shipping oversight

    Members of the Ghana Shippers' Authority Governing Board visited Tema Port on 30 April 2026 to deepen understanding of port operations and strengthen policy oversight in shipping and logistics. The tour included inspection of container terminals, cargo handling zones, and modernization projects, with Terminal 3's CEO noting the arrival of three new cranes to enhance cargo handling capacity and reduce vessel turnaround time.

    5 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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