Duraplast Ltd., a prominent manufacturing company in Ghana, has announced plans to resume operations on Monday, October 5. This decision comes after a fire outbreak occurred at one of its sites located at Avenor Kofikrom on October 1. The company expressed gratitude to various entities and individuals who provided support during the incident.
The company acknowledged the support of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), the Mayor of Accra, the Ghana National Fire Service, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana Armed Forces, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), and Ghana Water. Additionally, Duraplast thanked its neighbors and members of the surrounding community for their swift response and solidarity during the incident.
Duraplast also expressed appreciation to its customers, business partners, and other stakeholders for their concern, patience, and continued support. The company assured them that it would keep them informed of developments. Despite the disruption caused by the fire, management stated that the company remains determined to rebuild and emerge stronger.
In a public announcement, Duraplast emphasized its commitment to rebuilding and renewing its operations. The company stated that the incident would not define its future. A statement released by the company said, “From the ashes, the rubble, and the dust, we will rise again, stronger, better, bigger, and more determined than ever.”
The fire outbreak at Avenor Kofikrom spread to the Duraplast factory, causing significant disruption to its operations. However, the company has assured that it will resume operations on October 5. The incident prompted a swift response from various agencies and stakeholders, who worked to contain the fire and mitigate its impact.
The management of Duraplast has expressed confidence in its ability to recover from the incident. The company is expected to implement measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The resumption of operations on October 5 is expected to minimize the impact on the company's customers and stakeholders.
The Avenor fire outbreak is one of several incidents that have occurred in the area in recent times. The incident highlights the importance of disaster preparedness and response planning for businesses. Key stakeholders, including the AMA and NADMO, played a crucial role in responding to the incident.
Key points
- Duraplast Ltd. to resume operations on October 5 after a fire outbreak at its Avenor Kofikrom site.
- The company expressed gratitude to various entities and individuals who provided support during the incident.
- Duraplast remains determined to rebuild and emerge stronger despite the disruption caused by the fire.