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Critical shortage of naval architects impacts safety of fishing vessels

Lack of training opportunities thwart scarce skill

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 0 2086

SOUTH AFRICA: South Africa currently has only five qualified naval architects at its disposal both within the private sector and within the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) – a situation that is resulting in challenges relating to the surveying and certification of fishing vessels.

Fishers face frightening figures

Fish Platform highlights the vulnerability of fishers

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 0 1841

SOUTH AFRICA: Fishers are six times more likely to succumb to fatal incidents while working; three times more likely to be in treatment for substance misuse and are more vulnerable to suicide than the general population.

Newly launched crew change service for Suez

EGYPT: Launched at the beginning of November by the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), the Crew Change service to Canal-transiting vessels has reportedly...

Tuna catch is above board

SENEGAL: An Atlantic Ocean tuna fishery has become the first fishery in Senegal attain accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)...

Strengthening fisheries surveillance

SEYCHELLES: The Seychelles Fisheries Authority named their new surveillance vessel, which will improve monitoring of fishing activities in the...

Engagement addresses governance issues for MPAs

GABON: Maritime stakeholders gathered to discuss the development of a roadmap to establish clear guidelines for the sustainable governance of...

Port acquisition given the green light

SOUTH AFRICA: After revealing plans to take full control of Terminal de Carvão da Matola Limitada (TCM) during September, Grindrod Limited has...

Identifying threats to port facilities

MADAGASCAR: Security personnel working at Madagascar’s major ports received training on how to identify potential security threats and take...

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