The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq., has commended the nominees and winners of the 2026 Ghana Downstream Awards for their contribution to the growth and sustainability of the country’s downstream petroleum industry.
Speaking at the second edition of the Ghana Downstream Awards and Gala Night in Accra on Saturday, Mr. Tameklo said “every nominee and award recipient represents the progress and professionalism driving our industry forward.”
He added that “The future of Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry will be built on innovation, collaboration and unwavering commitment to excellence.”
The NPA Boss stressed that a strong downstream petroleum industry is fundamental to Ghana’s economic growth and national development.
“Our goal is to create a downstream sector that is competitive, sustainable and attractive to investment while ensuring that consumers are protected.
“Resilience is not built overnight. It requires continuous investment in infrastructure, technology, human capital and systems that allow us to respond effectively to changing global dynamics,” he said.
Downstream Awards
The Ghana Downstream Awards and Gala was dedicated to celebrating excellence, innovation and outstanding performance across the country’s downstream petroleum industry. It followed the successful organisation of the 2026 Ghana International Petroleum Conference (GhIPCon).
Sentuo Oil Refinery was named Refinery Company of the Year in recognition of its growing role in strengthening domestic refining capacity and supporting national energy security.
In the transportation category, Duah Boachie Training and Transport Limited earned the title of Emerging Transporter of the Year, while J. K. Horgle Transport & Company Limited was crowned Transporter of the Year for its sustained excellence in petroleum logistics.
Matrix Gas Ghana Limited received the award for Emerging Company of the Year, acknowledging its impressive growth and impact within the industry.
Juwel Energy Limited was recognised as BIDEC Company of the Year, celebrating excellence in the bulk import, distribution and export segment of the petroleum value chain.
Moari Oil Company Limited was honoured as Emerging OMC of the Year, while Star Oil secured one of the evening’s most prestigious accolades as OMC of the Year, recognising its leadership, market performance and commitment to quality service.
Petroleum Warehousing and Supplies Limited (PWSL) received the Special Recognition Award for its significant contribution to Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector.
The evening also recognised distinguished leadership and exceptional service to Ghana’s energy sector through a series of honorary awards.
Hon. Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Esq., Chief Executive of NPA, and Hon. Perry Curtis Kwabla Okudzeto, former Deputy Chief Executive of NPA, were each presented with honorary award in recognition of their contributions to the growth and development of Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry.
The Ghana Downstream Awards and Gala Night reaffirmed the industry’s shared commitment to raising standards, encouraging innovation and recognising excellence across every segment of the downstream petroleum value chain. As Ghana’s energy sector continues to evolve, the awards remain a testament to the growth and sustainability drive of the companies.
