The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) is actively participating in the 2025 Local Content Conference and Exhibition, currently underway in Takoradi, the capital of Ghana’s Western Region.
The three-day event, themed “Revitalising Ghana’s Exploration and Production Sector: Driving Innovation and Redefining Local Content for a Competitive Energy Economy,” brings together government officials, industry stakeholders, and experts to discuss strategies for enhancing local participation in the oil and gas sector.
As part of its involvement, PHDC Acting CEO Dr. Toni Aubynn will deliver a keynote presentation on Wednesday, November 5, titled “Positioning Ghana as a Competitive Energy Hub in the West African Sub-Region: Opportunities and Challenges.”
The Corporation has also established an exhibition booth to showcase the Ghana Petroleum Hub project and engage with attendees.
The PHDC delegation to the 2025 LCCE includes Deputy CEO for Operations and Technical Services, Onasis Rosely, along with several staff members.
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 Africa’s 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 Ghana’s 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.
