A high-level delegation from the Chinese investment consulting firm ONEGO paid a courtesy call on the Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC), Dr Toni Aubynn, on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
The purpose of the visit was to familiarise themselves with the investment opportunities in Ghanaโs Petroleum Hub project and to identify potential areas of collaboration with the PHDC.
In his presentation to the delegation, Dr Toni Aubynn outlined the key and ancillary infrastructure of the project, positioning it as the most lucrative investment opportunity on the continent.
Dr Aubynn provided detailed explanations of the projectโs phases, noting that each phase is independent of the others and can be developed in a scalable manner.
He observed that, upon completion, the Petroleum Hub project will comprise three refineries, five petrochemical plants, storage tanks, a port with jetties, and other critical infrastructure that will transform the Jomoro area into a modern city.
Dr Aubynn stated that Ghana aims to leverage its strategic geographic location, stable democracy, and competitive incentive packages to develop Africaโs first integrated petroleum and petrochemical hub.
A member of the delegation expressed gratitude to Dr Aubynn for granting them an audience and for explaining the scope and objectives of the Petroleum Hub project in detail.
She highlighted their firmโs experience and expertise in bringing together investors for large-scale projects in China and beyond, and noted that the hub project is highly appealing to them.
About the PHDC
The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) was established under the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation Act, 2020 (Act 1053), to lead the development of a world-class petroleum and petrochemical hub in Ghana. The hub is intended to serve the energy needs of the West African sub-region and the broader continent.
PHDC aims to promote innovation, research, and strategic infrastructure development to meet Africaโs growing demand for petroleum products and services. By creating an integrated petroleum value chain, the Corporation seeks to unlock economic opportunities, foster industrial growth, and create sustainable employment for Ghanaians and citizens across Africa.
About the Petroleum Hub Project
The Petroleum Hub Project, estimated at $60 billion, will be located in Jomoro, in Ghanaโs Western Region. The hub will comprise: Three refineries with a total capacity of 900,000 barrels per stream day (BPSD),
Five petrochemical plants with a minimum capacity of 90,000 BPSD. Storage tanks with a cumulative capacity of 10 million cubic meters and at least two jetties to support import and export activities.
The project is poised to position Ghana as a leading petroleum and petrochemical hub in Africa, enhancing regional energy security and economic integration.
