Development aid to fund new tugboat Development aid to fund new tugboat Japanese grant supports maritime safety and security Friday, March 14, 2025 0 1058 MAURITIUS: Japan has pledged a grant of more than $6,5 million under the Japan Economic Social Development Programme, for the acquisition of a tugboat for Mauritius to further support the country’s maritime domain.
Driving investment in oil and gas Driving investment in oil and gas Policies developed to welcome investment Wednesday, March 12, 2025 0 1124 ANGOLA: Over $60 million in investments for upcoming projects are set to drive significant development within Angola’s oil and gas sector.
More private participation opportunities available in Port of Durban More private participation opportunities available in Port of Durban SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the appointment of a terminal operator to... Monday, March 10, 2025 0 1175
Capacitating a new generation of ocean experts Capacitating a new generation of ocean experts SOUTH AFRICA: Since its inception some 15 years ago, the Southern Ocean Carbon and Climate Observatory (SOCCO) more than 80 ocean climate... Friday, March 7, 2025 0 1299
Discussing maritime security in West Africa Discussing maritime security in West Africa NIGERIA: Meeting to evaluate the maritime operations and exercises, the 4th ECOWAS Sub-Committee of Chiefs of Naval Staff Meeting took place at... Wednesday, March 5, 2025 0 1491
Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbyists to push agenda in Washington Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbyists to push agenda in Washington The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has enlisted international consulting firm, Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD), to support oil and gas engagement... Tuesday, March 4, 2025 0 1737
India donates patrol craft to Seychelles India donates patrol craft to Seychelles SEYCHELLES: Specifically designed for coastal defence duties, patrol and surveillance, a new Fast Interceptor Craft, PB Boudeuse, was officially... Tuesday, March 4, 2025 0 1676
South Africa must regain its competitive advantage. South Africa must regain its competitive advantage. SOUTH AFRICA: “Our competitors in the broader Southern African region have taken advantage of challenges in the South African logistics... Monday, March 3, 2025 0 1867
0 Marine Engineering MRA Online Monday, March 23, 2026 Researchers address underwater exploration challenges SOUTH AFRICA: Researchers at CSIR believe that they will soon be able to broadcast high-resolution sonar images of ocean pipelines, hidden underwater mines, subsea cables and even mineral prospects to the surface faster than ever before.
0 Report Back MRA Online Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Will a Transport Council really solve our port problems? SOUTH AFRICA: Speaking at yet another conference aimed at providing a forum to address South Africa’s logistics and freight woes, President Cyril Ramaphosa proposed that a permanent Transport Council be established to “build the...
0 Report Back MRA Online Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Minister calls out environmental lobbyists SOUTH AFRICA: Echoing his sentiments to boost the country’s exploration and production capacity expressed at last year’s event, Minister Gwede Mantashe returned to this year’s edition of the Southern Africa Oil and Gas...
0 Shipping MRA Online Thursday, March 12, 2026 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 seafarers in one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints.