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International SAR day celebrated for the first time

Recognising the dedication of SAR professionals

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Having accepted a proposal from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Cospas-Sarsat Council has designated the 10th September as Cospas-Sarsat Global Search and Rescue Day in recognition of the dedication of search and rescue (SAR) professionals and 2025 represents the first observation of the day.

Nigeria calls for removal of unjust shipping charges Nigeria calls for removal of unjust shipping charges

Nigeria calls for removal of unjust shipping charges

Calling for the removal of war risk surcharges

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NIGERIA: Citing war risk insurance surcharges as outdated and unjust, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, has called for their removal on vessels calling at Nigerian ports. 

Cabinet names next CEO for SAMSA - again Cabinet names next CEO for SAMSA - again

Cabinet names next CEO for SAMSA - again

SOUTH AFRICA: Although last week’s cabinet announcement of a new Chief Executive Officer for the South African Maritime Safety Authority...
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Still-Too-Strong? Still-Too-Strong?

Still-Too-Strong?

The new Regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-To-Ship Transfer gazetted at the end of August may still face legal...
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FRAP finalisation drags on FRAP finalisation drags on

FRAP finalisation drags on

SOUTH AFRICA: Permits in the Small Pelagic sector that were due to expire at the end of August have been extended until 30 October due to delays...
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New service links Asia and Africa New service links Asia and Africa

New service links Asia and Africa

CMA CGM has launched a new service to streamline trade between Asia and Africa connecting the Far East to Kenya, Tanzania and the Indian Ocean.

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Delivering insights for effective ocean management Delivering insights for effective ocean management

Delivering insights for effective ocean management

A new partnership between the Nippon Foundation–GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project and ProtectedSeas will further initiatives to foster collaborative...
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Coordinated maritime patrol launched Coordinated maritime patrol launched

Coordinated maritime patrol launched

SIERRA LEONE: A multi-day maritime operation to promote regional cooperation and strengthen the capacity of member states to combat maritime...
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19 Oct 2026 PEERING BENEATH THE ICE: OBSERVING THE OCEAN UNDER ANTARCTICA’S FLOATING ICE SHELVES 10/19/2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Drawing on the unique experience of the Chair of the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization, this webinar will offer an inside perspective on how the Committee works in practice.

 

20 Oct 2026 AFRICAN BOATING CONFERENCE 2026 10/20/2026 - 10/21/2026

Following the landmark success of ABC 2025, Africa’s premier B2B recreational boating conference is back. Join us as we continue to unite the continent’s marine industry and drive economic growth through collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships.

22 Oct 2026 INTERNATIONAL AFRICAN ENERGY, OIL AND GAS SUMMIT 10/22/2026 - 10/25/2026

The Organising Committee of the International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (IAEOGS 2026), in collaboration with strategic partners and co-host Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), has officially issued a global call for delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors to converge in Windhoek.

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Gulf of Aden piracy resurgence a cause for concern 0 Trade
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Gulf of Aden piracy resurgence a cause for concern

The resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden is highlighted as one of the top eight maritime risks of the third quarter of 2026 by Windward Report, which is described as the “most dangerous quarter for global shipping in recent...
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Maritime industry responds to online speculation

SOUTH AFRICA: While the mainstream media has largely focused on reporting the verified facts relating to the accident that resulted in the loss of five crew members this week, the comment sections on social media have been more speculative,...
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Cabinet to investigate an equity partner for TNPA

SOUTH AFRICA: In a press briefing following the latest Cabinet meeting, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni revealed that the potential feasibility of securing a minority equity partner for the Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA)...

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