Tanzania flagged for crew abandonment Tanzania flagged for crew abandonment ITF highlights plight of seafarer on Tanzanian flagged vessel Monday, June 3, 2024 0 1580 Announcing the release of a seafarer who had been stuck on board a Tanzanian flagged vessel for more than a decade, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has hailed the African flag as one of the worst offenders for failing to step in when crew have been abandoned.
Investigating energy-related port investments in developing countries Investigating energy-related port investments in developing countries International Association of Ports & Harbors commissions study Friday, May 31, 2024 0 1529 The International Association of Ports & Harbors (IAPH) has commissioned a study of ports in selected countries from Africa, South America, the Indian Subcontinent, Asia and the Pacific Islands Region to investigate energy-related port investments.
Gabon and Eswatini flagged by ITF Gabon and Eswatini flagged by ITF Two ship registries strongly associated with ‘dark fleet’ transportation – Gabon and Eswatini – are the latest additions... Wednesday, May 29, 2024 0 1653
Streamlining fisheries management Streamlining fisheries management LIBERIA: The Management of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority, NaFAA officially launched its Fisheries Integrated Management System... Tuesday, May 28, 2024 0 1455
Has the Ocean Economy Master Plan stalled? Has the Ocean Economy Master Plan stalled? Monday, May 27, 2024 0 1928
Targeting piracy and developing capacity Targeting piracy and developing capacity A multi-national maritime operation, supported by 13 nations, eight ships and five aircraft, as well as four unmanned surface vessels and three... Monday, May 27, 2024 0 1460
New president for African Harbour Masters’ Committee New president for African Harbour Masters’ Committee The African Harbour Masters’ Committee (AHMC), a regional committee of the International Harbour Masters’ Association (IHMA) has... Monday, May 27, 2024 0 1930
Tanker renamed to honour local maritime roots Tanker renamed to honour local maritime roots GHANA: The official renaming of the Densu River took place in the Port of Tema today as a gesture of commitment by owners, AMSOL to the local... Tuesday, May 21, 2024 0 1908
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Thursday, October 30, 2025 Igniting action to advance Africa’s superyacht sector SOUTH AFRICA: Clear steps to outline a strategy for expanding opportunities in the superyacht sector on the continent are being taken following the establishment of a working group that aims to ensure broad regional participation and visibility.
0 Green Marine MRA Online Tuesday, October 28, 2025 CITES listing for abalone could address crisis SOUTH AFRICA: With plans to have dried abalone listed by CITES, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has confirmed that a proven stock collapse will only provide for a 12.01 ton Total Allowable Catch (TAC) for the 2025/26...
0 Report Back MRA Online Friday, October 24, 2025 Boatbuilders discuss market uncertainties and challenges SOUTH AFRICA: “We know we are living in challenging times. At the moment markets are tough, and I think we need to embrace opportunity where we can,” Ed Slack, Editor in Chief of IBI Magazine told delegates, mincing no words in a...
0 Shipping MRA Online Monday, October 20, 2025 Was the MEPC outcome really that unexpected? Without exception, major international maritime and shipping organisations have expressed their disappointment at the outcome of the extraordinary session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) last week which chose to...