Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbyists to push agenda in Washington Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbyists to push agenda in Washington Lobbying the US to invest in African O&G Tuesday, March 4, 2025 0 1940 The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has enlisted international consulting firm, Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD), to support oil and gas engagement between the US and Africa in a bid to ensure that the continent’s energy interests are effectively represented
India donates patrol craft to Seychelles India donates patrol craft to Seychelles Enhancing the maritime security Tuesday, March 4, 2025 0 1922 SEYCHELLES: Specifically designed for coastal defence duties, patrol and surveillance, a new Fast Interceptor Craft, PB Boudeuse, was officially handed over to the Seychelles Defence Force by the Indian Government at a ceremony last week.
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 2060
SAMSA safety audits due to commence in fishing industry SAMSA safety audits due to commence in fishing industry SOUTH AFRICA: According to a Marine Information Notice issued by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) at the beginning of the... Thursday, February 27, 2025 0 1842
Promoting localisation in marine manufacturing supply chain Promoting localisation in marine manufacturing supply chain SOUTH AFRICA: Offering financial assistance with the goal to promote localisation of the South African marine manufacturing supply chain, the... Thursday, February 27, 2025 0 1806
Proposed regulations for the offshore bunkering sector muddy the waters Proposed regulations for the offshore bunkering sector muddy the waters While the need for regulations to control the environmental risks associated with the offshore ship-to-ship transfer of bunker fuel is needed, the... Tuesday, February 25, 2025 0 3519
JV creates new tanker operation JV creates new tanker operation NIGERIA: The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Shipping, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Marine Limited have signed a joint venture to... Tuesday, February 25, 2025 0 1791
Towards the implementation of an MPA action plan Towards the implementation of an MPA action plan MADAGASCAR: Stakeholders met last week to develop guidelines for the country’s implementation and governance of Marine Protected Areas... Tuesday, February 25, 2025 0 1698
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,...
0 Ports MRA Online Monday, June 8, 2026 SANParks invites comment on west coast marine protected area plans SOUTH AFRICA: South African National Parks (SANParks) is giving the public until 3 July 2026 to comment on its draft management plan for the West Coast National Park Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), Islands and Langebaan estuarine lagoon, covering...
0 Tourism MRA Online Monday, June 1, 2026 Eastern Cape courts Italian maritime business SOUTH AFRICA: Engagements with boatbuilders, cruise ports, training academies, business councils and maritime businesses across Italy have resulted in invitations to industry events and even letters of intent to establish twinning partnerships...
0 Shipping MRA Online Friday, May 29, 2026 Landmark judgement against African State Equatorial Guinea has been found to have unlawfully arrested and detained a Marshall Islands-flagged very large crude carrier (VLCC) and its 26-man crew, and must pay compensation exceeding US$ 12 million plus EUR 2 million in a landmark ruling...