The 2025 Local Content Conference and Exhibition (LCCE) ended with a renewed sense of optimism as stakeholders in Ghana’s upstream sector discussed
upcoming projects and procurement plans offering a clear picture of the opportunities that lie ahead for Ghanaian businesses.
The highlight of the day was the official launch of the InCountry Capacity and Capabilities Catalogue by the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum
Commission, Ms. Emeafa Hardcastle. The publication is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to the skills, technologies, and capacities available
within Ghana’s oil and gas service sector. It aims to connect international operators and contractors with local companies that have the proven ability to deliver.
“This catalogue is more than a reference document. It is a statement of belief in the strength and potential of Ghanaian enterprise,” the Acting CEO said at the
launch. “It gives industry players a clear view of the range and depth of local expertise available. With this tool, we are promoting transparency, building trust, and ensuring that Ghanaians play a greater role in the value chain.”
The launch was met with warm applause from participants, who described the document as a major step forward in linking opportunity with capacity. Representatives from international oil companies, service providers, and regulators commended the Petroleum Commission for creating a practical and forward-looking resource that will make local content participation more visible and measurable.
Throughout the day, operators and contractors presented their procurement plans and project forecasts for 2026 and beyond. The presentations covered upcoming exploration and production activities, infrastructure development, logistics, and technology-driven
operations.
For many Ghanaian service providers, the detailed insight into future procurement needs was a valuable guide for planning, investment, and partnership building.
“This is the kind of engagement we need,” said a local business owner whose company provides engineering services. “Knowing what projects are coming and what the industry will require allows us to prepare, invest wisely, and position ourselves to compete effectively.”
Speakers repeatedly emphasized the importance of collaboration, transparency, and high standards in building a stronger and more inclusive industry. They noted that Ghana’s local content journey has made significant progress, but the next phase will require consistent investment in skills, innovation, and quality service delivery.
As the curtains came down on the three-day event, delegates expressed appreciation to the Petroleum Commission for providing a platform that brings industry, policymakers, and entrepreneurs together around a common goal — building a competitive and sustainable petroleum sector that delivers real value for Ghanaians.
“This conference has been inspiring,” one participant remarked. “The conversations were practical, the commitments were real, and today’s launch gives us a clear roadmap to strengthen local participation.
The future of Ghana’s oil and gas industry looks brighter than ever.” With the unveiling of the In-Country Capacity and Capabilities Catalogue, the Petroleum Commission has set the tone for a new chapter in local content development — one defined by opportunity, partnership, and confidence in Ghanaian capability.
PC CEO Launches In-Country Capacity and Capabilities Catalogue at LCCE Procurement Day
