The first ever awards for the Shipping Industry took place over the weekend at the Labadi Beach Hotel and it has taken the standard of Corporate Awards to a whole new level
Organised by Ninetyeightz Events, the Company behind the Ghana Aviation Awards, the first ever Ghana Shippers Awards recognised key players and organisation in the Shipping Industry in a very well attended colourful event that will forever remain on the minds of all participant.
Delivering the welcoming address, the CEO of Ninetyeightz Events, Bergis Kojo Frimpong indicated that Ghana’s discovery of oil in commercial quantities cannot be written in the history books without an honourable mention of the Marine and Shipping Industry players.
He indicated that the awards which is the first of its kind will be an annual event to recognition individuals and organisations who serve Ghana through the Shipping Industry because Ghana is nothing without the Shipping Industry
The shipping industry generates Ghana’s highest revenue with a contribution of over 80% of Government’s total revenue generated in 2016
Present at the event was Madam Beatrice Vormawaa, Ghana’s first Lady Ship Captain. Acknowledged and called on to give an impromptu address, she indicated that women should take interest in working as seafarers because it is an area women can equally excel as man
She revealed that working as seafarer has given her and her colleagues a broader view of life and instilled in her a sense of discipline and attention to details.
According to her,” even though going to sea is tough, anyone who goes into it comes out seasoned, independent, ambitious and intelligent.”
She called on young ladies to take up the challenge of becoming seafarer because with the requisite training, it is an area they can excel with flying colours and will never regret making that bold step
Consolidated Shipping, McDan Shipping, West Blue Shipping, Red Sea Services and Maersk Line were the biggest winners on the day
Below are details of award;
GHANA MARITME & SHIPPING AWARDS -2017
FINAL APPROVED AWARD LIST
In recognising deserving individuals and companies operating in Ghana’s maritime industry, the Consultants and the Final Award Panel gave consideration to:
AWARD DETAILS
No. of Entries (Companies)
Entries with Full Details
Categories to be Awarded
Winners
Runners-up
Future Prospect of the Year
18
18
Freight Forwarder of the Year
McDan Shipping Company Ltd
Transglobal Logistics Limited
Damco Logistics Ghana Limited
8
8
Maritime Logistics Award
Antrak Logistics Ghana Limited
Total Logistics Ltd
Apex Shipping Company Limited
11
11
Break Bulk /Project Cargo Transport And Handling Award
Consolidated Shipping Agencies Limited
-
-
9
9
Liner Shipping Company of the year
Maersk Line Ghana Limited
-
-
14
13
Ship Agency of the Year
Maersk Line Ghana Limited
Consolidated Shipping Agencies Limited
5
4
Company with the Best Safety And Security Record Of The Year
Maersk Line Ghana Limited
-
3
3
Technology/Innovations Awards (Commercial)
Consolidated Shipping Agencies Limited
N
5
5
Technology/Innovations Awards (MDA/Consultancy))
Westblue Consulting Ghana
-
1
1
Sustainable Development for the Year
Redsea Maritime Services
-
1
1
Best Shore Handling Company of the Year
Redsea Maritime Services
-
3
3
Best Bank in Export and Import Finance
GT Bank Ghana
Access Bank Ghana
2
2
Best Company in Marine Insurance (H&M/Cargo) & Ship Finance
Star Assurance Company Ltd.
Omega Marine
3
3
Customer Service Award
Damco Logistics Ghana Limited
UT Logistics Ltd
1
1
Best in Marine Environmental & Waste Management
Zeal Environmental Technologies Ghana Limited
-
4
1
Best Media House focused on Maritime and Shipping for the Year
BFT
-
1
1
Best Reporter in maritime and shipping news
Dela Russell Ocloo - Daily Graphic
-
3
3
Socially Responsible Company of The Year
OMA Ghana Limited
Kanshipp Ghana Limited
1
1
Stevedoring Company of The Year
Agilent Maritime Services Limited
-
Special Awards
Instn./Person
Individuals
Organisation
Reason
Approved by
Maritime Education and Training Award
Regional Maritime University
-
1
Being the only recognised international maritime training institution in West Africa.
FAP
Maritime Lifetime Achievement
Dr. Asuma Banda - Antrak
Mr. Seth Dowuona- Adonai Shipping
2
-
For pioneering role & invaluable services to the maritime and shipping industry.
FAP
Posthumous Achievement Award
Capt. Tekyi-Menson (deceased)
1
-
For his pioneering role as Ghana’s first Ship Captain and later MD of Black Star Line.
FAP
National Maritime Security Award
Ghana Navy
-
1
For their continuous invaluable services in protecting the territorial maritime boundaries of Ghana.
FAP
Contribution to the Growth of the Maritime Industry
-Ing. Alfred Fafali Adagbedu
-Capt. Francis Boakye
2
-
-
Owner of SeaWorld Engineering Company and Owner of 2 Vessels.
Owner of Flatsea Marine Company
FAP
Female Maritime Personality
Captain. Georgina Jopap
Former IMO Representative for West and Central Africa
FAP
Legion of Honour
Dr Kofi Mbiah
1
-
CEO - Ghana Shippers Authority
FAP
Maritime Personality of the Year
Dr MacDonald Vasnani
1
-
Owner/CEO – Conship
For being the only local Ship Captain who has transitioned into maritime business.
FAP
Significant Maritime Achiever of the Year
Mr Paul Asare Ansah
1
-
Current Director-General of GPHA. For significant commitment and involvement in ports improvement and expansion projects.
FAP
Special Award
Ghana Maritime Authority
-
1
Regulator for the Maritime Industry
FAP
Special Award
Ghana Revenue Authority/Customs Division
-
1
Strategic Partner to Maritime Industry
FAP
Special Award
Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority
-
1
Strategic Partner – Port Operations
FAP
Special Award
Maritime Professionals’ Club (MPC)
-
1
Key Manpower Body for Maritime Industry
FAP
Special Mention
“Eye on Ports” – TV programme by GPHA
1
Special media programme on the Maritime Industry.
FAP
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