SEYCHELLES: The Ministry of Transport yesterday hosted a ceremony to officially handover hydrographic maps to major national stakeholders in an effort to promote the importance of data sharing across government institutions.

TOGO: Last week’s meeting of the West Africa Task Force (WATF)concluded with an essential agreement concerning a regional fisheries vessel record that included the finalisation of the scope and fee structure needed to advance the process.

Projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Senegal feature in DP World’s $2.5 billion investment plan for 2025 aimed at expanding its global logistics network through the development of major infrastructure projects across India, Africa, South America and Europe.

SOUTH AFRICA: TotalEnergies confirmed its intention launch an offshore drilling programme in South Africa next year following recent legislative developments that indicate the government’s commitment to reform the sector and provide more certainty for investors.

SOUTH AFRICA: A groundbreaking pilot project at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront will transform how fishing nets are recycled in South Africa – and potentially around the world – helping to address irresponsible disposal of the gear.

SOUTH AFRICA: A R285 million investment in container handling at the Port of Richard’s Bay is set to increase the port’s annual capacity from 50,000 TEUs to 200,000 TEUs.

The deadline to apply for NextWave Seafarers training programme, launching in July 2025 is looming and cadets from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs) are invited to apply by 31 May 2025.

Stepping away from the comfort of a guaranteed salary in favour of diving into the intrepid waters of entrepreneurship is always a challenge, but Samantha Montes has announced her intentions to the maritime industry and is looking forward to navigating a new course. She spoke to editor, Colleen Jacka, about her decision and thoughts for providing niche solutions to the industry.