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New LPG carrier to expand capacity for Ghana

Improving supply security for the region

Monday, March 16, 2026 0 575

The commissioning of the 40,000 m³ LPG carrier, MT Asharami Ghana last week, officially increases the Sahara Group’s LPG carrier fleet to six vessels with a combined capacity of 202,000 m³.

President onboard with Mauritius Day celebrations

Seychelles participates in Mauritius celebrations

Saturday, March 14, 2026 0 760

MAURITIUS: After a productive state visit to Mauritius where he met with the Prime Minister to discuss key areas of collaboration, the President of the Republic of Seychelles stepped on board the vessel, Andromache, in Mauritius where it was participating in the military parade to mark Mauritius National Day celebrations.

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...

South Africa intercepts Chinese fishing vessels

SOUTH AFRICA: Alerted by the unusual behaviour of four Chinese fishing vessels, teams from the Fisheries Branch of the Department of Forestry,...

Industry can expect clarity for offshore exploration authorisation

SOUTH AFRICA: In a bid to address “decision paralysis”, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp has...

Workshop strengthens fight against illegal fishing activities

NAMIBIA: Held at the end of last month, a four-day workshop aimed to strengthen the fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU)...

Fishing industry calls for improved engagement

SOUTH AFRICA: Members of the fishing sector were especially vocal at an engagement with the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) this...

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