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Ghana Railway Project
an investment for Societal Advancement

Ghana has embarked on a progressive journey to modernize its infrastructure, with an emphasis on revitalizing its rail networks.

Kwame Ansah, municipal leader

“Under the leadership of Elof Hansson, our municipality has seen remarkable progress. The revitalization of the railway system has brought new opportunities for economic growth and connectivity, benefitting businesses and communities alike.”

How it started

Historically, Ghana’s railways played a crucial role in facilitating trade and transportation across the country. However, decades of neglect led to the deterioration of infrastructure, hindering economic development and mobility. In response, the Ghanaian government initiated ambitious plans to modernize and expand the railway network.

The revitalization of Ghana’s railways has led to tangible outcomes, including improved transportation connectivity, reduced transportation costs, increased trade volumes, and enhanced access to markets and services for rural communities. Moreover, the emphasis on sustainability has resulted in reduced carbon emissions and alleviated pressure on road networks. Overall, the Ghana Railway Revitalization project has positioned railways as a vital component of Ghana’s development agenda, driving progress and prosperity across the nation.

The Ghana Railway Revitalization project involved extensive infrastructure rehabilitation, including the upgrading of tracks, bridges, and stations. Additionally, new railway lines were constructed to link major cities and rural areas, facilitating the movement of goods and people. Public-private partnerships played a significant role in financing and executing these projects, leveraging expertise and resources from both sectors.

our impact

58,000Replaced road transports

Resulting in reduced cargo volumes on roads, increased passenger and cargo traffic on rail, lower emissions and less damage to roads.

2,500Tons of saved material

Leftover material that regular customers wouldn’t buy and could have become waste.

Outcomes

Historically, Ghana’s railways played a crucial role in facilitating trade and transportation across the country. However, decades of neglect led to the deterioration of infrastructure, hindering economic development and mobility. In response, the Ghanaian government initiated ambitious plans to modernize and expand the railway network.

The revitalization of Ghana’s railways has led to tangible outcomes, including improved transportation connectivity, reduced transportation costs, increased trade volumes, and enhanced access to markets and services for rural communities. Moreover, the emphasis on sustainability has resulted in reduced carbon emissions and alleviated pressure on road networks. Overall, the Ghana Railway Revitalization project has positioned railways as a vital component of Ghana’s development agenda, driving progress and prosperity across the nation.

The Ghana Railway Revitalization project involved extensive infrastructure rehabilitation, including the upgrading of tracks, bridges, and stations. Additionally, new railway lines were constructed to link major cities and rural areas, facilitating the movement of goods and people. Public-private partnerships played a significant role in financing and executing these projects, leveraging expertise and resources from both sectors.


Project manager

Elof Hansson International AB

Henrik Lauenstein

General Manager Project Execution

+46 721 43 87 06

henrik.lauenstein@elofhansson.com

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