Patrick de Boussac, CEO of Touton Group (middle) flanked by other officials
Touton, one of the world’s largest cocoa trading companies, has made its gallant entry into Ghana to invest in chocolate processing.
Patrick de Boussac, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Touton, who was speaking at the inauguration of Cocoa Touton Processing Company (CTPC), said the huge investment by the company in Ghana will contribute to the creation of more jobs and opportunities for Ghanaians.
“We will also ensure that Touton contributes to maintaining Ghana’s status as a strong and reliable global supplier of cocoa and cocoa products,” he said.
Mr Boussac expressed belief in the stability and growth of Ghana, adding “We strongly believe in the future of Africa.”
He said, “We have always had a strong business relationship with West Africa. Touton has been around for a long time and our stable relationship with Niche Cocoa Industry Ltd and Commodities Processing Industries Limited in Ghana allowed us to make a very easy decision about how best to diversify our business.”
President John Dramani Mahama said, “Ghana now process about 30 percent of cocoa beans in the country and it’s my wish that this increases to a high percentage in no distant future.
He said the arrival of Touton in Ghana demonstrates the confidence France and other countries have in the country’s economy.
“This will create jobs for our youth, transforming our economy from net importer to net exporter of goods and services.
Touton is a major player in the trading of cocoa, coffee, vanilla, spices and a variety of ingredients through a network of exporting subsidiaries in different countries.
By Cephas Larbi
Via: -Daily Guide
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