Professor Ransford Edward Gyampo has officially assumed office as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), pledging to advance Ghana’s commercial shipping sector through a collaborative and stakeholder-driven approach.
At a brief handing-over ceremony held on Monday, February 3, 2025 at the Ghana Shippers’ House, outgoing CEO Kwesi Baffour Sarpong extended his best wishes to Prof. Gyampo and assured him of his full support for a smooth transition.
Management and staff warmly received their new leader, reaffirming their commitment to working together to achieve the organisation’s objectives.
In his inaugural address, Prof. Gyampo expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead the GSA and emphasised his participatory leadership style.
He assured stakeholders of his commitment to protecting the interests of shippers while fostering strong engagement with shipping service providers to drive business growth and economic development.
“The Ghana Shippers’ Authority is a crucial player in our nation’s economic framework. While our core mandate is to facilitate and protect the interests of shippers, this can only be achieved through close collaboration with all stakeholders to build a resilient and thriving logistics sector,” he stated.
He further assured staff of an open-door policy, emphasizing teamwork and inclusivity.“You have been here before I came.
Regardless of who you are, I am willing to work with you, listen to you and collaborate with you to ensure that the Authority’s mandate is fully realised,” he said.
In response, management and staff pledged their full support.
Kojo Frimpong, Secretary of the GSA Union, highlighted the strong relationship between staff and management and assured Prof. Gyampo of their dedication to the Authority’s success.
“Staff and management share a strong working relationship, and we are pleased to hear that you will engage with us in decision-making,” Frimpong remarked.
About Prof. Ransford Gyampo
A distinguished academic and seasoned administrator, Prof. Gyampo brings over two decades of teaching and research experience to his new role.
He is a Professor of Political Science and the Founding Director of the Centre for European Studies at the University of Ghana.
He holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Ghana and Tufts University in the United States.
Over the years, he has mentored thousands of students, many of whom hold key positions across various sectors, contributing to national development.
Prof. Gyampo has played a vital role in shaping Ghana’s democratic governance. As Coordinator of the Political Parties Program at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) for a decade, he facilitated high-level engagements with political leaders, contributing to policy discussions that led to constitutional reform proposals, the passage of the Presidential Transition Act, and capacity-building initiatives for political parties.
As Director of the Centre for European Studies at the University of Ghana, he strengthened partnerships with European Union (EU) member states, securing funding opportunities for Ghanaian students pursuing higher education.
Prof. Gyampo also has experience in the maritime sector. He co-authored the paper – ‘How Capacity Building is Negotiated: The Case of Maritime Security Projects in Ghana, providing valuable insights into the shipping industry—knowledge he intends to leverage in his new role.’
“My exposure to the sector has given me deep insights into the industry. I intend to apply this knowledge in executing my mandate, which spans shipping by sea, air, road and rail,” he affirmed.
With his extensive leadership experience and academic expertise, Prof. Gyampo is set to steer the Ghana Shippers’ Authority into a new era of efficiency and growth, ensuring that the interests of shippers remain a top priority in Ghana’s evolving logistics and commercial shipping landscape.
