South Africans join global call to address livestock export risks South Africans join global call to address livestock export risks Global animal welfare coalition presses marine insurers on live export vessel risk Tuesday, September 1, 2026 0 663 The International Union of Marine Insurance has committed to engage with global welfare and protection organisations to address concerns relating to the live export of animals on an aging fleet that has been found to consistently be the worst performing vessel category by the Paris Memorandum of Understanding (Paris MoU).
Power cruiser sets sights on international debut Power cruiser sets sights on international debut Offshore cruiser to debut at US boat show Tuesday, September 1, 2026 0 578 SOUTH AFRICA: The newly launched offshore cruiser from Askari Yachts, the Askari 65 will make her journey to the United States of America to showcase her ocean-going capability and elegant styling at the Annapolis Powerboat Show in October.
Maritime matters prioritised for bilateral cooperation Maritime matters prioritised for bilateral cooperation SEYCHELLES: Recognising their status as coastal nations, Norway and Seychelles are discussing areas of mutual interest and cooperation across... Monday, August 31, 2026 0 453
Ports and terminals strengthen results Ports and terminals strengthen results SOUTH AFRICA: Releasing its interim results for the six months ending 30 June, Grindrod Limited (Grindrod) has reported headline earnings of R593... Wednesday, August 26, 2026 0 301
Security levels lifted on vessels from Nigeria to USA Security levels lifted on vessels from Nigeria to USA NIGERIA: The lifting of the Condition of Entry (CoE) imposed on vessels arriving in the United States of America from Nigeria is being lifted... Tuesday, August 25, 2026 0 503
Increase in hijackings a cause for concern as IMO calls for release of... Increase in hijackings a cause for concern as IMO calls for release of... More than 90 seafarers are now being held captive after the most recent hijacking of the Seamull last week – more than doubling the number... Monday, August 24, 2026 0 659
Fifth certification confirmed for hake fishery Fifth certification confirmed for hake fishery SOUTH AFRICA: South Africa’s trawl fishery for hake, which supplies both local and international markets, has been certified to the Marine... Thursday, August 20, 2026 0 543
New era of port regulation for Nigeria New era of port regulation for Nigeria NIGERIA: Nigeria’s port sector has entered a new regulatory era, with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council formally transitioning into the... Wednesday, August 19, 2026 0 494
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, October 23, 2026 Maritime community gathers to remember seafarers SOUTH AFRICA: Members of the maritime community gathered together at a special ceremony in Cape Town yesterday to honour the five seafarers who lost their lives in a tragic accident at the beginning of October.
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Thursday, October 15, 2026 Global cadet programme opens doors for seafarers from developing countries The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has opened nominations for the second phase of NextWave Seafarers, an initiative that gives cadets from developing countries the onboard experience they need to qualify as officers.
0 Trade MRA Online Thursday, October 8, 2026 Gulf of Aden piracy resurgence a cause for concern The resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden is highlighted as one of the top eight maritime risks of the third quarter of 2026 by Windward Report, which is described as the “most dangerous quarter for global shipping in recent...
0 Seafarers MRA Online Sunday, October 4, 2026 Maritime industry responds to online speculation SOUTH AFRICA: While the mainstream media has largely focused on reporting the verified facts relating to the accident that resulted in the loss of five crew members this week, the comment sections on social media have been more speculative,...
South African joins international panel to discuss resilience of marine businesses Friday, November 6, 2026
Experts gather to discuss strategies for sustainable use of the marine space Wednesday, November 4, 2026