Overview of Cummins

Cummins Inc. is a global power technology company that designs, manufactures, distributes, and services engines, power generation systems, and related technologies such as filtration, fuel systems, emission solutions, and controls.

Presence in Ghana

Head Office: Located in Accra at South Odorkor.

Regional Offices: New ultra-modern office opened in Tarkwa (Western Region) to serve mining and industrial clients; additional facilities established in Kumasi.

Distribution Hub: Ghana hosts a major distribution center and warehouse for West Africa, strategically positioned near the country’s main seaport to enable faster delivery of parts and equipment across the region.

Business Focus

Power Generation: Once a major part of Cummins’ operations in Ghana, power generation has declined to about 10% of the local business, down from roughly 30%, due to improvements in the national electricity supply.

Engines & Components: A significant share of business now comes from engines, filtration systems, and components, serving industries like mining, oil and gas, marine, and transportation.

After-Sales Service: Parts, maintenance, and repair services remain a central offering, ensuring reliability and long-term client support.

Key Projects in Ghana

CalBank Head Office (Accra): Installed two 900 kVA diesel generators to ensure uninterrupted power.

Ghana Ports Expansion: Supplied engines for tugboats and port expansion projects.

Mining & Industry: Provides power solutions and engines for large-scale operations in the Western Region and beyond.

Challenges

Global supply chain disruptions that affect timely delivery of parts and systems.

Reduced demand for backup power solutions as national electricity improves.

High logistics and import costs for heavy-duty equipment.

Currency fluctuations impacting imports.

Need to comply with evolving local regulatory standards.

Providing consistent after-sales service coverage in remote areas.

Opportunities

Growing demand from the mining and natural resources sector.

Expansion of parts and servicing as equipment ages.

Development of alternative fuel and cleaner energy solutions to meet future energy transition needs.

Leveraging Ghana’s location as a hub for West African distribution.

Expanding warehousing and local inventory to minimize downtime for clients.

Contact Details (Ghana)

Company Name: Cummins Ghana Ltd.

Location: South Odorkor, Accra

Phone: +233 (0) 544 338 764 / +233 (0) 244 353 080

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00