Regional maritime security strategy supported by IMO Regional maritime security strategy supported by IMO Regional meeting discusses illicit maritime activities Wednesday, November 1, 2023 0 1041 SOUTH AFRICA: A regional meeting that brought together high-level stakeholders to discuss strategies to promote a common maritime security plan for States around the western Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden was held in Cape Town last week where three resolutions were adopted that will allow for the creation of sub working groups to address a number of illicit activities at sea.
Second MMIPV is named in Durban Second MMIPV is named in Durban South African Navy names vessel for King Shaka Tuesday, October 31, 2023 0 975 SOUTH AFRICA: The second of the three Multi Mission Inshore Patrol Vessels (MMIPVs) due for delivery to the South African Navy was named in Durban harbour on Friday.
Africa well represented in WMU Class of 2023 Africa well represented in WMU Class of 2023 SWEDEN: The World Maritime University’s graduating class of 2023 included 283 graduates from 71 countries and set a record with 35 percent... Monday, October 30, 2023 0 1018
Campaign aims to turn the tide on declining penguin numbers Campaign aims to turn the tide on declining penguin numbers SOUTH AFRICA: Having taken a long term approach to saving the endangered African penguin, campaigners are not taken aback by the shown decline in... Thursday, October 26, 2023 0 877
A call to disqualify Russia for election to IMO Council A call to disqualify Russia for election to IMO Council INTERNATIONAL: Ukraine has asked Member States of the International Maritime Organisation not to re-elect the Russian Federation to the Council... Wednesday, October 25, 2023 0 988
Offshore rig utilisation on the rise Offshore rig utilisation on the rise INSIGHT: Offshore drilling rig utilisation is on the increase with availability beginning to tighten as new contracts become lengthier amidst a... Wednesday, October 25, 2023 0 774
New US office for Liberian Registry New US office for Liberian Registry The Liberian Registry has opened a new office in Miami, USA to serve as the primary centre for Registration, Mortgage, and Deletion Services... Tuesday, October 24, 2023 0 803
Online permit portal streamlines recreational fishing Online permit portal streamlines recreational fishing SOUTH AFRICA: In a bid to streamline the process of applying for recreational fishing permits, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the... Monday, October 23, 2023 0 1662
0 Tourism MRA Online Monday, August 3, 2026 Fishing sector fires back against Master Plan process SOUTH AFRICA: A virtual meeting convened last week to position the long-awaited Oceans Economy Master Plan (OEMP) for acceptance by the maritime industry was disrupted when representatives of the small-scale fishing sector and coastal communities...
0 People & Events MRA Online Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Boatbuilders prepare to interrogate market realities SOUTH AFRICA: Four of South Africa’s prominent boatbuilders are due to share the stage later this year to discuss the realities of manufacturing world-class vessels, competing in global markets and shaping the future of boatbuilding in the...
0 Tourism MRA Online Wednesday, July 22, 2026 SOS for a sailing stalwart SOUTH AFRICA: Built to fulfil the ambitions of a small group of South African yachtsmen 60 years ago who had set their sights on competing in the Observer Singlehanded Trans-Atlantic Race (OSTAR), the Voortrekker’s fate is now in the hands...
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, July 17, 2026 Pontoon delivery for new marina on track SOUTH AFRICA: The V&A Waterfront proved their commitment to delivering on plans for a superyacht basin at Quay 7 at an official keel laying ceremony yesterday that showcased the manufacturing progress already made in the production of six...