Calling for more involvement from developing countries Calling for more involvement from developing countries Tanzania urges imo to boost developing-country expert participation in model course reviews Thursday, February 26, 2026 0 529 Tanzania has called on the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to strengthen technical cooperation and capacity-building to help developing countries participate more effectively in the review and validation of IMO model courses, arguing that broader representation is necessary for consistent global implementation of seafarer training standards.
SANParks launches multi-million rand support programme SANParks launches multi-million rand support programme Supporting small scale fisheries Wednesday, February 25, 2026 0 496 SOUTH AFRICA: South African National Parks (SANParks) has launched a R10.8 million Marine Economy Small-Scale Fisheries Support Programme aimed at strengthening sustainable livelihoods while safeguarding marine ecosystems for future generations.
Global fishing vessel treaty finally triggered to come into force Global fishing vessel treaty finally triggered to come into force The 2012 Cape Town Agreement has met the requirements for entry into force and will enter into force in February 2027, closing a... Wednesday, February 25, 2026 0 1245
Minister sets deadline for appeals Minister sets deadline for appeals SOUTH AFRICA: With allocations due to expire at the end of the month and the deadline for appeals set for the 2nd of March, the Minister of... Friday, February 20, 2026 0 567
Project supports Future Ready Shipping for Africa Project supports Future Ready Shipping for Africa The International Maritime Organisation (IMO), backed by the European Union, is inviting Sub-Saharan African Member States to apply for... Thursday, February 19, 2026 0 719
Global agenda set to turn maritime regulations into practice Global agenda set to turn maritime regulations into practice For the first time, the International Maritime Organisation has set a two-year theme for its World Maritime Day that aims to see the global... Thursday, February 19, 2026 0 607
Comment on V&A Waterfront bid for land reclamation Comment on V&A Waterfront bid for land reclamation SOUTH AFRICA: V&A Waterfront Holdings (Pty) Ltd has formally applied for approval to reclaim nearly four hectares of land from coastal waters... Wednesday, February 18, 2026 0 1830
O&G and port sectors drive need for hydrographic data O&G and port sectors drive need for hydrographic data SOUTH AFRICA: Ongoing interest in exploring Africa’s potential as an oil and gas frontier as well as investment in port development is... Tuesday, February 17, 2026 0 1412
0 People & Events MRA Online Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Boatbuilders prepare to interrogate market realities SOUTH AFRICA: Four of South Africa’s prominent boatbuilders are due to share the stage later this year to discuss the realities of manufacturing world-class vessels, competing in global markets and shaping the future of boatbuilding in the...
0 Tourism MRA Online Wednesday, July 22, 2026 SOS for a sailing stalwart SOUTH AFRICA: Built to fulfil the ambitions of a small group of South African yachtsmen 60 years ago who had set their sights on competing in the Observer Singlehanded Trans-Atlantic Race (OSTAR), the Voortrekker’s fate is now in the hands...
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, July 17, 2026 Pontoon delivery for new marina on track SOUTH AFRICA: The V&A Waterfront proved their commitment to delivering on plans for a superyacht basin at Quay 7 at an official keel laying ceremony yesterday that showcased the manufacturing progress already made in the production of six...
0 Maritime Opportunities MRA Online Thursday, July 9, 2026 New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders Applications have opened for the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, which is focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among its members.