{"id":13225,"date":"2024-10-03T14:27:53","date_gmt":"2024-10-03T14:27:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pws.software\/ATUdemo1\/?p=13225"},"modified":"2026-01-06T14:34:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T14:34:26","slug":"reaco-international-recognises-professor-acakpovis-leadership-in-engineering","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pws.software\/ATUdemo1\/reaco-international-recognises-professor-acakpovis-leadership-in-engineering\/","title":{"rendered":"REACO International Recognises Professor Acakpovi\u2019s Leadership in Engineering"},"content":{"rendered":"<body><p><\/p>In recognition of his exemplary leadership and significant contributions to the construction engineering industry, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Accra Technical University (ATU), Professor Amevi Acakpovi has been awarded the prestigious REACO Prestige Award by REACO International. The award ceremony, held on the 2nd of October 2024, at the University\u2019s Council Chamber, celebrated Professor Acakpovi\u2019s impact in academia and industry.\n<p>Presenting the award, the Executive Director of REACO International, Mr. Ebenezer Duncan Eghan, praised Professor Acakpovi for his invaluable contributions to the engineering profession. Mr. Eghan emphasised the professor\u2019s influential role as President of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) National Committee of Ghana and highlighted his mentorship in fostering industry best practices among students<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6965\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA1-978x1024.jpg?resize=640%2C670&#038;ssl=1\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 978px) 100vw, 978px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA1-978x1024.jpg 978w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA1-287x300.jpg 287w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA1-768x804.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA1-1467x1536.jpg 1467w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA1.jpg 1528w\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"670\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<p>He further pointed out ATU\u2019s impressive participation in REACO International\u2019s recent conference, which saw ten representatives from the University. He said that their participation was a sign of the University\u2019s interest and stake in the ongoing real estate revolution in the country and beyond. Expressing his appreciation for ATU\u2019s support, Mr. Eghan outlined REACO International\u2019s vision of strengthening partnerships with academic institutions to explore innovative technologies, strategies, and investment opportunities in real estate. He assured the University of REACO International\u2019s willingness to maintain a long-standing collaboration with the university should such a prospect occur in future.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6968\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA2-1-1024x719.jpg?resize=640%2C449&#038;ssl=1\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA2-1-1024x719.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA2-1-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA2-1-768x540.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA2-1-1536x1079.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA2-1.jpg 1600w\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"449\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<p>In his acceptance speech, Professor Acakpovi expressed his deep gratitude for the recognition. He dedicated the honour to his team at ATU, showing his deep gratitude for their commitment to pushing Accra Technical University to the forefront of technical education in Ghana. He assured his continued commitment to the development of the University and promoting construction engineering as a key driver of solutions to housing and engineering challenges in the country.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6967\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA3-1024x682.jpg?resize=640%2C426&#038;ssl=1\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA3-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/atu.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AA3.jpg 1600w\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<p>The REACO Prestige Award celebrates outstanding figures in the construction engineering sector whose work has significantly contributed to the industry\u2019s growth and sustainability. Professor Acakpovi\u2019s leadership, both as an academic and a professional engineer, stands as a beacon of excellence\u00a0in\u00a0the\u00a0field<\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In recognition of his exemplary leadership and significant contributions to the construction engineering industry, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Accra Technical University (ATU), Professor Amevi Acakpovi has been awarded the prestigious REACO Prestige Award by REACO International. 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