Puma and NPA officials with representatives from Puma Gas Distributors
Puma Energy Ghana, a global downstream energy company, has formalised a partnership with five local LPG distributors to support the country’s objective of achieving 50% Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) penetration by 2030 through the Cylinder Recirculation Model (CRM).
The agreements were signed between Puma Energy, Earth Energy, Sandhill Oil and Gas, Riet Company Ltd, Hamcom and StepGas.
“We are introducing a new distribution philosophy today, bringing safe and affordable energy closer to Ghanaians,” stated Lanzeni Coulibaly, General Manager of Puma Energy Ghana. “This initiative marks a significant step forward and we are leveraging our capabilities to support the government’s goal of achieving 50% LPG penetration by 2030.”
Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, highlighted the importance of strong collaboration between the regulator and industry.
He underscored the value of a close partnership between Puma Energy Ghana and the NPA, stating, “Our objective is to cultivate an atmosphere of mutual respect that directly supports the growth of the Ghanaian economy.”
By integrating these five distributors into Puma Energy’s supply chain, the partnership improves reach to the final consumer and increases access to clean cooking for more households, especially in peri-urban and rural areas where access has been historically limited.
Puma Energy Ghana also plans an ambitious growth strategy to significantly expand its cylinder fleet with over 40,000 new, NPA-compliant cylinders being introduced from July to September 2026.
This nationwide expansion is driven by the commitment and local expertise of the five newly chosen distributors, all of whom are 100% Ghanaian-owned enterprises.
Torgbigah Adamah III, representing StepGas Ltd., said, “For years, we have observed LPG distribution from the sidelines. Today, Puma Energy has equipped us, as Ghanaian entrepreneurs, with the resources, cylinders, and technology to take the lead.”
Godwin Tamakloe of Riet Company Limited emphasised the importance of accountability stating that the partnership is about building confidence and ensuring that they deliver a safe and reliable service to customers.
Ben Berko of Earth Energy also noted, “This structure is innovative because Puma handles the significant capital investment (the fleet and the plant) while we contribute local knowledge. This is how national policy is effectively advanced.”
Hamidu Mohammed, representing Hamcom 8 Ltd. from Kumasi, spoke about the widespread demand adding that with Puma coming on board, there will be leser shortages of LPG in Kumasi.
Abdulrazak Ibrahim of Sandhill Oil and Gas highlighted the practical support. “With Puma Energy’s technical and logistical assistance, we can extend safe LPG access to more communities and help more families transition away from polluting fuels,” he said.
A Business Desk Report