Shipowners and Agencies operating in Ghana have worked in an uncoordinated manner in the past. The results were that shipping and related activities were beset with numerous problems. In a bid to provide a strong and well structured network, the Shipowners and Agents Association of Ghana (SOAAG) was formed as a facilitator that would provide a comprehensive and unified front to ensure a successful business and peaceful co-existence in the maritime industry.

SOOAG was incorporated as an Association on April 23, 1993 and has the ultimate aim of providing a conducive operating climate that is responsive to Owners and Agents as well as other related institutions in the maritime industry in Ghana.