Ghana Publishing’s new six-colour digital press adds gold, silver printing capabilities

GHANA – Ghana Publishing Company has acquired a six-colour Xerox Iridesse digital press, enabling premium finishes including metallic gold, silver, white and pink, as the state-owned printer aims to compete with private sector operators in Ghana’s commercial printing market.

The acquisition, announced on 29 July 2026, follows GPCL’s strongest financial performance in recent years, with profit after tax rising to GH¢16.96 million (US$1.08 million) in 2025 from GH¢2.23 million (US$142,000) in 2024

Managing Director Nana Kwasi Boatey explained that while most digital presses in Ghana are four-colour machines, the new press’s additional colour stations allow it to produce specialty finishes including metallic gold and silver, white, pink and other premium print effects. 

Premium Finishes and Competitive Positioning in Ghana’s Printing Market

Boatey stated that only three other machines with similar capabilities were available in Ghana at the time of the acquisition, giving GPCL a competitive advantage. 

He added that the investment reflects the company’s commitment to becoming a modern and commercially competitive printing company, with the goal of building an ultramodern publishing company in the West African subregion. 

The company has already delivered the machine and is currently installing it, with staff training underway ahead of full commercial operations. 

The addition of the six-colour press complements GPCL’s existing equipment portfolio, enabling the company to offer higher-value printing services for corporate clients, publishers and government institutions.

Investment Strategy and Financial Performance

Responding to concerns about the cost of the investment, Boatey stated that the company’s improved financial position made it possible to invest in strategic assets that would generate long-term value, noting that having liquidity without investing in the company’s needs would not be prudent. 

The acquisition forms part of a broader restructuring programme introduced since Boatey’s appointment in February 2025, including a two-shift working system aligned with the government’s 24-hour economy policy, the creation of new operational departments and a security-enhanced gazette. 

GPCL’s total revenue increased from GH¢60.78 million (US$3.87 million) to GH¢72.85 million (US$4.64 million) in 2025, with the company’s strengthened financial performance enabling strategic capital investment. 

The company indicated that it intends to continue investing in modern equipment as it expands its footprint within Ghana and across the West African subregion.

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