Critical shortage of naval architects impacts safety of fishing vessels Critical shortage of naval architects impacts safety of fishing vessels Lack of training opportunities thwart scarce skill Wednesday, November 20, 2024 0 45 SOUTH AFRICA: South Africa currently has only five qualified naval architects at its disposal both within the private sector and within the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) – a situation that is resulting in challenges relating to the surveying and certification of fishing vessels.
Fishers face frightening figures Fishers face frightening figures Fish Platform highlights the vulnerability of fishers Wednesday, November 20, 2024 0 72 SOUTH AFRICA: Fishers are six times more likely to succumb to fatal incidents while working; three times more likely to be in treatment for substance misuse and are more vulnerable to suicide than the general population.
Newly launched crew change service for Suez Newly launched crew change service for Suez EGYPT: Launched at the beginning of November by the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), the Crew Change service to Canal-transiting vessels has reportedly... Tuesday, November 19, 2024 0 80
Tuna catch is above board Tuna catch is above board SENEGAL: An Atlantic Ocean tuna fishery has become the first fishery in Senegal attain accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)... Monday, November 18, 2024 0 157
Strengthening fisheries surveillance Strengthening fisheries surveillance SEYCHELLES: The Seychelles Fisheries Authority named their new surveillance vessel, which will improve monitoring of fishing activities in the... Sunday, November 17, 2024 0 189
Engagement addresses governance issues for MPAs Engagement addresses governance issues for MPAs GABON: Maritime stakeholders gathered to discuss the development of a roadmap to establish clear guidelines for the sustainable governance of... Saturday, November 16, 2024 0 75
Port acquisition given the green light Port acquisition given the green light SOUTH AFRICA: After revealing plans to take full control of Terminal de Carvão da Matola Limitada (TCM) during September, Grindrod Limited has... Friday, November 15, 2024 0 151
Identifying threats to port facilities Identifying threats to port facilities MADAGASCAR: Security personnel working at Madagascar’s major ports received training on how to identify potential security threats and take... Thursday, November 14, 2024 0 79
0 Safety & Incident Response MRA Online Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Critical shortage of naval architects impacts safety of fishing vessels SOUTH AFRICA: South Africa currently has only five qualified naval architects at its disposal both within the private sector and within the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) – a situation that is resulting in challenges...
0 Shipping MRA Online Saturday, November 9, 2024 Comment on marine oil pollution response SOUTH AFRICA: The Select Committee on Public Infrastructure and Minister in the Presidency invites interested persons and stakeholders to submit written comments on the Marine Oil Pollution (Preparedness, Response and Cooperation Bill)...
0 Shipping MRA Online Friday, November 8, 2024 SAMSA to host stakeholder engagements SOUTH AFRICA: The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) will be hosting a series of three stakeholder engagements to discuss new regulations relating to marine pollution, seafarer welfare and safety.
0 Shipping MRA Online Tuesday, November 5, 2024 Trip around Africa benefits crew morale The longer transit routes adopted by ships wanting to avoid the Red Sea and who opt to sail around Africa are believed to be enhancing crew morale and improving life at sea. This unexpected consequence is highlighted in the latest Seafarer...