Maritime headliners recognised for positive news Maritime headliners recognised for positive news Promoting good news Thursday, December 18, 2025 0 753 SOUTH AFRICA: Bombarded by negative news on a daily basis, Maritime Review is recognising four headliners from 2025 that helped deliver positive news from the private as well as public sectors, and showcased the impact of industry initiatives as well as drives to minimise the impact of the marine enterprises on the environment.
Tilayi takes the wheel Tilayi takes the wheel Getting into the driving seat Thursday, December 18, 2025 0 1588 It’s been a turbulent few years for Sobantu Tilayi who has now officially announced his resignation from the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). Editor, Colleen Jacka, caught up with Tilayi in his car as he left a meeting in Pretoria to discuss his time at SAMSA as well as plans for the future.
Large-scale seismic survey project launched Large-scale seismic survey project launched MAURITANIA: The Mauritania MegaSurvey comprising over 100,000 km2 of modern seismic data was launched yesterday by TGS as a large-scale... Wednesday, December 17, 2025 0 627
Dedicated grape service for South Africa Dedicated grape service for South Africa SOUTH AFRICA: Hapag-Lloyd will offer dedicated weekly sailings for fresh grapes and fruit from South Africa to Europe from the end of December on... Friday, December 12, 2025 0 537
Strengthening MPA delivery in Mozambique Strengthening MPA delivery in Mozambique MOZAMBIQUE: The launch of the National Capacity Development Programme for Marine Protected Area (MPA) Professionals this week in Mozambique... Friday, December 12, 2025 0 553
Reviewing port charges to address operating costs Reviewing port charges to address operating costs TANZANIA: Hosted by the Tanzania Shipping Agency Corporation (TASAC), port stakeholders met in Dar es Salaam this week to discuss the Tanzania... Friday, December 12, 2025 0 753
Study calls for limits to offshore bunkering Study calls for limits to offshore bunkering SOUTH AFRICA: A new study funded through a grant by the Oiled Wildlife Care Network (OWCN) concludes that, until high levels of environmental... Thursday, December 11, 2025 0 648
SA scientist shines at global awards ceremony SA scientist shines at global awards ceremony South African marine scientist Prof Lynne Shannon became the first South African to receive the Prince Albert I Grand Medal for Ocean Science... Wednesday, December 10, 2025 0 676
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.
0 Maritime People MRA Online Tuesday, July 7, 2026 New team to strengthen regional IMO support A new team of seven Regional Coordinators has been announced to coordinate International Maritime Organisation (IMO) activities in their respective regions across 11 thematic areas ranging from marine environment and ocean governance to maritime...
0 Marine Law & Insurance MRA Online Friday, July 3, 2026 South Africa takes the next step to protect the high seas SOUTH AFRICA: Cabinet has approved the submission of the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biodiversity Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) to Parliament for ratification.
0 People & Events MRA Online Friday, June 19, 2026 Three ministers, one portfolio SOUTH AFRICA: Since South Africa's Government of National Unity took shape in 2024, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has cycled through three DA ministers in under two years, raising questions about continuity,...