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Insurer issues warnings of cargo losses off South Africa

Cargo stowage failures on the rise off South Africa

Friday, October 11, 2024 0 2002

Many ships are avoiding the Red Sea by sailing around South Africa exposing them to unforgiving seas around the Cape. With several incidents of cargo stowage failure and container losses in the region recently Gard suggests that the trend is likely to continue.

Addressing gaps in IMO audit

Nigerian maritime authority meets with IMO leadership

Thursday, October 10, 2024 0 1657

Nigeria is seeking to update obsolete information at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as they aim to address shortfalls identified in the 2016 IMO audit.

South Africa commits to offshore O&G exploration

SOUTH AFRICA: Describing South Africa’s offshore territories as “under-explored”, Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources,...

Durban Container Terminal deal approved

SOUTH AFRICA: The intended acquisition by International Container Terminal Services of the Durban Container Terminal Pier 2 has been approved by...

African ports risk falling behind in adopting digital systems

An international report jointly developed by the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) and the World Bank has warned that low-and...

Flipping tyres in the port

NIGERIA: A Nigerian port terminal is taking positive steps towards developing a circular economy by teaming up with a recycling company to upcycle...

New port equipment will reduce wind delays

SOUTH AFRICA: With a total replacement of Rubber Tyred Gantries (RTGs) planned for the Port of Cape Town to help address the hours lost due to...

Energy conferences still clashing in build-up to events

SOUTH AFRICA: With the 30th edition of Africa Oil Week (AOW) scheduled for this coming week – new owners will host the milestone event as...

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