Since Tuesday evening (12th July), the port authorities at Tema port, Ghana have gone on strike.
The situation
- No tug or pilot services are available,
- Vessels in port are loading and discharging
- No berthing or sailing is available for the time being,
- No indications have been given as to how long the strike will last.
UPDATE: The strike has come to an end, though discussions are ongoing: Read more
YOUR VESSELS, OUR PORTS
Do you have vessels in Africa and need someone to solve shipping problems before they have even happened or need more information about the strike in Tema, Ghana? Contact MasOceans SA and together with our local partners in Panama, Transcoma, your port calls will run smoothly.
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