Supporting maritime transport Supporting maritime transport Measures to promote maritime competitiveness Thursday, May 28, 2026 0 1162 SEYCHELLES: The Cabinet this week approved the extension of provisions under Harbour Regulations that will continue to support local coastal and hire craft operators engaged in inter-island transport and maritime activities.
Marion Island team back home as base remains temporarily closed Marion Island team back home as base remains temporarily closed SA Agulhas II returns with overwintering team Wednesday, May 27, 2026 0 858 SOUTH AFRICA: The SA Agulhas II berthed in the Port of Cape Town from Marion Island today after the scheduled trip to fetch the team of scientists overwintering at the base was delayed due to lack of available fuel.
Promoting health and safety in aquaculture sector Promoting health and safety in aquaculture sector GENEVA: Experts from governments and employers' and workers' organisations have adopted the first-ever code of practice on... Wednesday, May 27, 2026 0 650
Building early warning tools to protect oceans and coasts Building early warning tools to protect oceans and coasts SOUTH AFRICA: CSIR will lead the efforts of experts South Africa, Madagascar and Mauritius to develop the early-warning tools ... Wednesday, May 27, 2026 0 589
Hijacking and vessel capture raise piracy concerns Hijacking and vessel capture raise piracy concerns A spate of hijackings and armed robberies over the last two months have put at least 44 crewmembers at risk and raised concerns about a resurgence... Tuesday, May 26, 2026 0 1035
Extending the tentacles of fisheries conservation Extending the tentacles of fisheries conservation MADAGASCAR: A regional study tour to promote the sustainable octopus fisheries, harvesting, handling, processing, marketing and conservation was... Monday, May 25, 2026 0 795
Block 9 environmental plans reopened for public comment Block 9 environmental plans reopened for public comment SOUTH AFRICA: A public participation process is under way for revised Environmental Management Programmes covering four offshore production rights... Friday, May 22, 2026 0 1031
Positioning local boatbuilding for the export market Positioning local boatbuilding for the export market EGYPT: With two tugboats under construction for the export market, and the contract for another two signed, the Suez Canal Company (SCA) is... Friday, May 22, 2026 0 750
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, October 23, 2026 Maritime community gathers to remember seafarers SOUTH AFRICA: Members of the maritime community gathered together at a special ceremony in Cape Town yesterday to honour the five seafarers who lost their lives in a tragic accident at the beginning of October.
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Thursday, October 15, 2026 Global cadet programme opens doors for seafarers from developing countries The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has opened nominations for the second phase of NextWave Seafarers, an initiative that gives cadets from developing countries the onboard experience they need to qualify as officers.
0 Trade MRA Online Thursday, October 8, 2026 Gulf of Aden piracy resurgence a cause for concern The resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden is highlighted as one of the top eight maritime risks of the third quarter of 2026 by Windward Report, which is described as the “most dangerous quarter for global shipping in recent...
0 Seafarers MRA Online Sunday, October 4, 2026 Maritime industry responds to online speculation SOUTH AFRICA: While the mainstream media has largely focused on reporting the verified facts relating to the accident that resulted in the loss of five crew members this week, the comment sections on social media have been more speculative,...
South African joins international panel to discuss resilience of marine businesses Friday, November 6, 2026
Experts gather to discuss strategies for sustainable use of the marine space Wednesday, November 4, 2026