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Unmanned system used in training exercise

Enhancing skills

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 0 408

SEYCHELLES: An Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) was launched off a partner nation’s vessel for the first time during a training exercise conducted by the Commander Task Force (CTF) 66 as part of Cutlass Express 2026.

Deepwater survey to map unexplored area

Multi-client survey underway

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 0 346

ANGOLA: Scheduled for completion in 2027, a 12,600 line kilometre multi-client 2D survey offshore Angola aims to deliver critical data to significantly enhance regional geological understanding.

Free refit for coast guard vessel

SEYCHELLES: News emanating from a State Visit to India by the president of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Hermine includes confirmation of India’s...

Fake seafarer documentation remains a concern

The International Maritime Organisation’s Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training and Watchkeeping (HTW) issued a report at the beginning...

Applications for abalone ranching open

SOUTH AFRICA: The South African government has recognised a new abalone ranching concession area along the Western Cape coast near Papendorp,...

Ongoing stakeholder meetings discuss fishing vessel regulations

SOUTH AFRICA: After hosting engagements in KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape, the South African Maritime Safety Authority will move to the...

West Africa shipping service upgrades

CMA CGM has announced an upgrade to their WAX services which will now feature three dedicated loops that includes two new services in the Asia to...

Oil major expands its stake in Namibia offshore acreage

NAMIBIA: TotalEnergies has signed agreements to acquire a 42.5% operated interest in PEL104 Exploration license, located offshore Namibia, from...

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