The Ghana Navy has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) with the objective of enhancing cooperation in the field of hydrography.
The agreement which was signed on Monday, 28 April 2025, at GPHA's premises in Tema, aimed at strengthening collaboration between the two organizations in managing Ghana's maritime resources.
The Deputy Chief Staff Officer in charge of Policy and Plans at the Naval Headquarters, Commodore (Cdre) Faustina Boakyewaa Anokye noted that the MoU was also intended to enhance the relationship between the Ghana Navy and GPHA, allowing both entities to leverage their respective strengths in hydrography and maritime operations. 
She said the agreement is expected to facilitate joint hydrographic surveys, training initiatives, data collection, analysis and sharing to support safe navigation and maritime operations within Ghana's territorial waters.
“This collaboration will also contribute to the effective management of Ghana's marine resources and the promotion of sustainable practices”, she added.
Commodore Anokye further underscored the importance of implementing training programmes and capacity-building initiatives in hydrography to improve the capabilities of both organizations with particular reference to the Western Naval Command and Forward Operating Base Ezinlibo.
She also used the opportunity to congratulate Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulon on his recent appointment as the Acting Director-General of GPHA, while expressing confidence in his ability to use his security expertise to elevate GPHA to a higher standard of operational excellence.
The Acting Director-General, GPHA Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulon, in his remarks, assured the Ghana Navy of GPHA's commitment to providing training and support. He indicated that a timeline would be established for training activities and the attachment of personnel for skill development facilitated by GPHA.
He further emphasized that the partnership between the Ghana Navy and GPHA was vital for ensuring maritime safety and security, as well as for the sustainable management of Ghana’s marine resources.
