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NIWA collaborates with indigenous boat company

Saturday, January 18, 2025 0 1398

NIGERIA: The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) believes that a decision to collaborate with an indigenous boat manufacturing company for the production of fibre and aluminium boats will help curb the rising number of boat incidents on the country’s inland waters.

Australian E&P company takes first steps into Africa

Red Sky Energy secures stake in Angolan offshore block

Friday, January 17, 2025 0 1727

ANGOLA: Having announced the conclusion of an agreement to participate in offshore Block 6/24 at the beginning of the month, CEO Andrew Knox revealed to Energy Capital & Power that the company had been looking at opportunities across the continent for at least three years before deciding to make Angola their first destination in Africa.

Tunisia vows to protect fisheries through stronger governance

TUNISIA: A limited Ministerial Council confirmed the importance of protecting the country’s fisheries as well as the need to stimulate...

Fisheries included in Africa’s agriculture 10-year action plan

UGANDA: The importance of promoting sustainable fishing practices and building a resilient fishing sector is outlined in the Comprehensive Africa...

Acquisition bolsters service offerings for safety equipment provider

SOUTH AFRICA: Marine safety and survival equipment service provider, NovaMarine, has acquired AllSurvey Industrial (Pty) Ltd (ASI), an engineering...

Nominations open for International Maritime Prize

Nominations for the 2024 Maritime Prize for contributions to the work of the International Maritime Organisation will close at the end of March...

Electrifying launch highlights local supplier’s commitment to service

SOUTH AFRICA: As a long standing Yanmar agent, Seascape Marine Services is benefiting from the Japanese engine manufacturer’s introduction...

Safety of Egyptian dive boats under scrutiny

The UK’s Maritime Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has expressed concern over apparent safety issues following three accidents involving...

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