CBOD CEO Speaks on Strengthening West Africa’s Petroleum Supply Chain at Argus Forum
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), Dr. Patrick K. Ofori, participated as a speaker at the Argus West Africa Oil Forum held in Accra on March 10, 2026, where he delivered a presentation on sustaining the region’s refined petroleum products supply chain. In his presentation, Dr. Ofori highlighted […]
CBOD 2024 Ghana Petroleum Industry Report
The Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) has released the 2024 Ghana Petroleum Industry Report, its annual flagship publication offering in-depth analysis of Ghana’s upstream and downstream petroleum sectors. The report serves as a key reference for industry players, policymakers, academics, and business leaders, supporting informed decisions on investment, policy, and sector development. The […]
CBOD Hosts CPI Delegation from the Democratic Republic of Congo
The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) was pleased to welcome a delegation from the Comité Professionnel des Importateurs des Produits Pétroliers (CPI) of the Democratic Republic of Congo on 24th November 2025 during their professional exchange visit to Ghana. Led by CBOD CEO, Dr. Patrick Ofori, the session provided an overview of Ghana’s downstream […]
CBOD Supports Special Needs Education Through Meaningful ESG Action
The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) is calling on corporate organisations to diversify their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives to ensure that marginalised and vulnerable groups also benefit meaningfully from social investments across the country. Speaking at the commissioning of a renovated hygiene facility, including 12 washrooms, for the Dzorwulu Special School in […]
Innovative Financing and Cooperation Key to Africa’s Energy Future
The Chamber joined energy leaders and policymakers across the continent at the OTL Africa Downstream Energy Week 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria, to explore strategies for sustainable investment, collaboration, and innovation in Africa’s energy transition. At the conference, Dr. Patrick K. Ofori, Chief Executive Officer of CBOD, delivered a presentation under the session theme “International Energy Trading, […]
CBOD Pays Tribute to Victims of Military Helicopter Crash
The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) has laid flowers in honour of the eight gallant lives lost in the recent Ghana Armed Forces helicopter crash. The solemn tribute on Monday, August 11, was part of nationwide activities to mourn the deceased and stand in solidarity with their families. The nation has been in deep […]
CONDOLENCE STATEMENT ON THE MILITARY HELICOPTER TRAGEDY
The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families, friends and the nation at large following the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight distinguished Ghanaians in line of national duty on Wednesday, 6th August 2025 in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region. We […]
Fix Strategic Petroleum Transport Roads – CBOD Urges Government
The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) is urging government to prioritise the rehabilitation of critical petroleum haulage routes using proceeds from the GHS1 levy placed on every litre of fuel sold in the country. According to CBOD CEO, Dr. Patrick Kwaku Ofori, the poor condition of key transport roads—used to move petroleum products from […]
Downstream Women’s Summit 2025: The Power of Excellence, Boldness, and Support
The inaugural Downstream Women’s Summit 2025, organised by the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) and National Petroleum Authority (NPA), was held on Friday, 14th March 2025, at the National Petroleum Authority in Accra. The summit was an inspiring and transformative event dedicated to empowering women in the downstream petroleum sector. The summit brought together […]
CBOD Engages GRA Commissioner General on Key Industry Concerns
The Chamber paid a courtesy call on the Commissioner General (CG) of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Mr. Anthony K. Sarpong, on March 14, 2025, at the GRA Head Office. The meeting was an opportunity to congratulate him on his new role and reaffirm the Chamber’s commitment to collaborating with the GRA to address key […]
