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Traffic flow restored as bulk carrier refloated

Bulk carrier refloated to clear canal

Friday, April 3, 2026 0 549

EGYPT: The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has confirmed the successful refloating of the bulk carrier, Xin Tain Yuan after it grounded due to a technical failure sustained by its rudder during its transit through the Canal amongst vessels of the northern convoy on route from Denmark to Singapore.

Pilchard punches above its weight in pricing

Maintaining a position of power in the pantry

Thursday, April 2, 2026 0 541

SOUTH AFRICA: According to information included in the Competition Commission’s second Cost of Living (Col) released yesterday, the humble can of pilchards is punching above its weight in an era of relentless food price inflation.

Possible fuel surcharge on hold for now

SOUTH AFRICA: The Off Port Limits Association South Africa (OPLASA) has confirmed that they are monitoring the current market conditions through...

Global strategy for maritime digitalisation approved

The Facilitation Committee (FAL) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has approved a global strategy for maritime digitalization as...

Workshop strengthens port security

COMOROS: A four-day workshop held at the end of March helped equip local officials with skills to evaluate their own implementation of...

Shark specialist pledges support to Seychelles

SEYCHELLES: Ocean Ramsey, a marine conservationist, shark behaviour specialist, and free diver known for her close, cage-free interactions with...

Maydon Wharf concessions announced

SOUTH AFRICA: Preferred bidders for two landmark concessions in the Maydon Wharf Precinct in the Port of Durban now will enter into final...

Strengthening response to harassment at sea

IMO Member States have until the 4 May to apply to become one of up to six countries to participate in a new initiative aimed at eradicating...

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