A major technical fault at the Ghana Gas Processing Plant has forced an emergency shutdown, leading to a temporary reduction in gas supply to thermal power plants and causing power outages in parts of the country.
In a press release issued on April 15, Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) disclosed that the disruption was triggered by the complete failure of the Burner Management System (BMS) controller for the plant’s Heat Medium System (HMS).
According to the company, preliminary assessments show that the affected system has been significantly damaged and will require a full replacement, prompting the immediate shutdown of operations to ensure safety.
The curtailment of gas supply has directly impacted thermal power generation, resulting in intermittent electricity supply in some areas.
Ghana Gas noted that a comprehensive technical and safety risk assessment is currently underway to determine the safest and most efficient approach to restoring operations as quickly as possible.
Engineers have been deployed and are working around the clock to replace the faulty system and expedite the restoration process.
The company indicated that, subject to the outcome of ongoing assessments, steps to restore operations has already begun.
In the meantime, Ghana Gas, in collaboration with Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), is managing the impact on the national power supply.
The company apologised for the inconvenience caused and appealed to the public for patience and understanding as efforts continue to resolve the issue.
By 1960news.com
