Enhancing seismic data to identify offshore potential Enhancing seismic data to identify offshore potential Developing exploration data Friday, November 1, 2024 0 1821 SIERRA LEONE: Seismic data from offshore Sierra Leone is to be enhanced to offer clearer subsurface insights for oil and gas companies exploring the area.
Environmentalists head to court to stop offshore exploration Environmentalists head to court to stop offshore exploration Greenpeace Africa appealing DMR decision Thursday, October 31, 2024 0 1806 SOUTH AFRICA: Greenpeace Africa has lodged an appeal against the decision granted by the Department of Mineral Resources to grant Environmental Authorisation (EA) for exploration activities to a joint venture consortium for the Block 3B/4B offshore area, approximately 120 km west of St Helena Bay and approximately 145 km south-west of Hondeklip...
Milestone celebrated for island port authority Milestone celebrated for island port authority SEYCHELLES: The Seychelles Ports Authority (SPA) proudly celebrated their 20th anniversary this month by hosting a Thanksgiving Ceremony to honour... Wednesday, October 30, 2024 0 1749
African Penguin one step away from extinction African Penguin one step away from extinction SOUTH AFRICA: Noting the recent reclassification of the African Penguin to critically endangered by International Union for Conservation of Nature... Wednesday, October 30, 2024 0 1984
Pilot projects set to reduce GHG in African ports Pilot projects set to reduce GHG in African ports Four pilot projects, including two from Africa, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in ports in Africa and the Caribbean are ready for... Wednesday, October 30, 2024 0 1884
Oversupply predicted to crash oil price Oversupply predicted to crash oil price Global commodity prices are set to tumble to a five-year low in 2025 amid an oil glut that is so large that it is likely to limit the price... Tuesday, October 29, 2024 0 1848
Less on offer at annual boat show Less on offer at annual boat show SOUTH AFRICA: The annual event aimed at showcasing South Africa’s boatbuilding prowess closed yesterday after a full programme of events... Monday, October 28, 2024 0 2281
Stronger maritime industry drives resilient, sustainable trade Stronger maritime industry drives resilient, sustainable trade The latest Review of Maritime Transport released last week highlights several bright spots across Africa’s shipping sector with... Monday, October 28, 2024 0 1922
0 Tourism MRA Online Wednesday, July 22, 2026 SOS for a sailing stalwart SOUTH AFRICA: Built to fulfil the ambitions of a small group of South African yachtsmen 60 years ago who had set their sights on competing in the Observer Singlehanded Trans-Atlantic Race (OSTAR), the Voortrekker’s fate is now in the hands...
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, July 17, 2026 Pontoon delivery for new marina on track SOUTH AFRICA: The V&A Waterfront proved their commitment to delivering on plans for a superyacht basin at Quay 7 at an official keel laying ceremony yesterday that showcased the manufacturing progress already made in the production of six...
0 Maritime Opportunities MRA Online Thursday, July 9, 2026 New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders Applications have opened for the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, which is focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among its members.
0 Maritime People MRA Online Tuesday, July 7, 2026 New team to strengthen regional IMO support A new team of seven Regional Coordinators has been announced to coordinate International Maritime Organisation (IMO) activities in their respective regions across 11 thematic areas ranging from marine environment and ocean governance to maritime...