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A 25-year concession confirmed for Cape Town

Liquid Bulk Terminal concession

Friday, March 20, 2026 0 369

SOUTH AFRICA: FFS Tank Terminals has been given the greenlight to finance, construct, operate and maintain the liquid bulk terminal in the Port of Cape Town for a period of 25 years following a successful bid for appointment of the terminal which specialises in edible oils and compatible cargo.

New development will bolster region’s superyacht aspirations

V&A Waterfront confirm investment in superyacht marina

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 0 457

SOUTH AFRICA: Efforts to promote South Africa as a destination for superyachts will be bolstered as the V&A Waterfront confirms its intention to invest in a R230 million purpose-built marina that will accommodate eight superyachts and be completed within the year.

Will a Transport Council really solve our port problems?

SOUTH AFRICA: Speaking at yet another conference aimed at providing a forum to address South Africa’s logistics and freight woes, President...

Minister calls out environmental lobbyists

SOUTH AFRICA: Echoing his sentiments to boost the country’s exploration and production capacity expressed at last year’s event,...

New LPG carrier to expand capacity for Ghana

The commissioning of the 40,000 m3 LPG carrier, MT Asharami Ghana last week, officially increases the Sahara Group’s LPG carrier fleet to...

President onboard with Mauritius Day celebrations

MAURITIUS: After a productive state visit to Mauritius where he met with the Prime Minister to discuss key areas of collaboration, the President...

Digitalisation plans to improve efficiency and safety

LIBERIA: The world’s largest ship registry has announced plans to introduce electronic seafarer documents as part of its commitment to...

IMO calls emergency council session over Strait of Hormuz shipping crisis

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) will hold an emergency Council session next week to address the growing threat to vessels and...

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