Port of Takoradi

Takoradi Port, located in Ghana's Western Region under the UN/LOCODE GHTKD, serves as a critical maritime gateway on the Gulf of Guinea, strategically positioned at coordinates 4.9015794° N, -1.7830973° W, facilitating regional and international trade. As a key logistics hub in Africa’s western coast, it supports Ghana’s economy through efficient cargo handling, particularly in containerized and bulk freight, leveraging its time zone alignment with Accra (Africa/Accra, UTC+0) for streamlined scheduling. The port’s infrastructure, including modern terminal facilities and deep-water access, underscores its role in enhancing cross-border commerce within the Gulf of Guinea subregion, while its integration into national and global supply chains highlights its significance as a node in West Africa’s maritime network.