New association aims to integrate port communities New association aims to integrate port communities Promoting innovation in the port sector Monday, September 23, 2024 0 1563 The newly established International Association of Port Development (IAPORTS) is open to all players in the global port supply chain and aims to integrate and strengthen port communities as well as promote competitiveness and innovation in the port sector.
New CEO for SAMSA finally announced New CEO for SAMSA finally announced APPOINTMENT: Captain Rufus Lekala Friday, September 20, 2024 0 3933 SOUTH AFRICA: After a protracted period without a permanent CEO, the South African Maritime Safety Authority’s head was finally announced at this week’s cabinet meeting as Captain Rufus Lekala.
More investment in Africa’s only electric boat racing team More investment in Africa’s only electric boat racing team RWANDA: The Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), the development impact investment arm of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)... Wednesday, September 18, 2024 0 1708
Mooring systems delivered to reduce port delays Mooring systems delivered to reduce port delays SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority has taken delivery of six more hydraulic shore tension units which are due to be installed in the... Tuesday, September 17, 2024 0 1691
Unpacking the risks associated with rerouting around Africa Unpacking the risks associated with rerouting around Africa Underwriters are becoming more cautious in their dealings with vessels traversing high-risk regions and the Red Sea as well as other conflict... Tuesday, September 17, 2024 0 1933
Merchant Shipping Bill published for comment Merchant Shipping Bill published for comment SOUTH AFRICA: Introduced to the National Assembly in May last year, the Merchant Shipping Bill has been published by the Minister of Transport for... Monday, September 16, 2024 0 2279
New harbour pilots for Seychelles New harbour pilots for Seychelles SEYCHELLES: Four new harbour pilots received their epaulettes in a recent ceremony to mark the successful completion of critical phase of their... Monday, September 16, 2024 0 1609
Maritime service provider celebrates major milestone Maritime service provider celebrates major milestone SOUTH AFRICA: With a history dating back to 1949, Seascape Marine Services is celebrating a 75-year milestone this year marking a journey of... Wednesday, September 11, 2024 0 1634
0 Marine Engineering MRA Online Monday, March 23, 2026 Researchers address underwater exploration challenges SOUTH AFRICA: Researchers at CSIR believe that they will soon be able to broadcast high-resolution sonar images of ocean pipelines, hidden underwater mines, subsea cables and even mineral prospects to the surface faster than ever before.
0 Report Back MRA Online Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Will a Transport Council really solve our port problems? SOUTH AFRICA: Speaking at yet another conference aimed at providing a forum to address South Africa’s logistics and freight woes, President Cyril Ramaphosa proposed that a permanent Transport Council be established to “build the...
0 Report Back MRA Online Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Minister calls out environmental lobbyists SOUTH AFRICA: Echoing his sentiments to boost the country’s exploration and production capacity expressed at last year’s event, Minister Gwede Mantashe returned to this year’s edition of the Southern Africa Oil and Gas...
0 Shipping MRA Online Thursday, March 12, 2026 IMO calls emergency council session over Strait of Hormuz shipping crisis The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) will hold an emergency Council session next week to address the growing threat to vessels and seafarers in one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints.