{"id":8355,"date":"2025-11-10T09:56:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T09:56:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ghstandard.com\/?p=8355"},"modified":"2025-11-10T09:56:49","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T09:56:49","slug":"transport-minister-hails-klms-six-decades-of-service-and-contribution-to-ghanas-aviation-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ghstandard.com\/fr\/business-news-in-ghana\/ghana-economy-news\/transport-minister-hails-klms-six-decades-of-service-and-contribution-to-ghanas-aviation-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Transport Minister hails KLM\u2019s six decades of service and contribution to Ghana\u2019s aviation growth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ghana\u2019s Minister for Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has praised Air France\u2013KLM for its outstanding contribution to the nation\u2019s aviation sector and its pivotal role in enhancing air connectivity between Ghana and the Netherlands over the past 65 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Delivering the commendation in a speech read on his behalf by Mr Eric Tetteh-Addison, Director for Policy and Planning at the Ministry, Mr Nikpe said the airline\u2019s long-standing commitment to high-quality service had significantly boosted travel, trade, tourism, and investment flows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The remarks were made during the 65th anniversary celebration of the airline\u2019s operations in Accra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KLM, which began flying to Ghana on November 1, 1960, has expanded in tandem with Ghana\u2019s economic development, continuously adjusting to evolving customer demands. The airline currently operates daily flights between Amsterdam and Accra, linking travellers to more than 160 destinations worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Minister noted that KLM\u2019s dedication had made the brand synonymous with dependability and innovation, earning the trust of millions of travellers and businesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He emphasised that the airline\u2019s presence in Ghana had generated jobs, supported local enterprises, facilitated international commerce, and promoted tourism and cultural exchange, all of which have deepened bilateral relations between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reaffirming government\u2019s commitment to partnering with private sector players, Mr Nikpe said efforts would continue to create an enabling environment that supports aviation growth, tourism expansion and economic development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He congratulated KLM on its milestone and expressed confidence in continued collaboration, noting that the airline\u2019s focus on safety and innovation continues to inspire excellence within Ghana\u2019s aviation landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Madam Isabelle Indeweij Gerlings, Air France\u2013KLM Country Manager for Ghana, highlighted the airline\u2019s contributions beyond aviation, including investments in local talent and support for community programmes in education, sustainability and women\u2019s empowerment. She appreciated Ghana\u2019s hospitality over the decades and expressed optimism for \u201cthe next 65 years and more.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ghana\u2019s Minister for Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has praised Air France\u2013KLM for its outstanding contribution to the nation\u2019s aviation sector and its pivotal role in enhancing air connectivity between Ghana and the Netherlands over the past 65 years. 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