Tanzania flagged for crew abandonment Tanzania flagged for crew abandonment ITF highlights plight of seafarer on Tanzanian flagged vessel Monday, June 3, 2024 0 1776 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 1660 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 1886
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 1579
Has the Ocean Economy Master Plan stalled? Has the Ocean Economy Master Plan stalled? Monday, May 27, 2024 0 2084
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 1580
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 2084
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 2113
0 Maritime Education & Training MRA Online Thursday, April 16, 2026 Ghana strengthens seafarer commitment GHANA: After announcing a strategic reset in January, the Ghana Maritime Authority has shown commitment to its new National Seafarer Development and Promotion Policy (NSDPP) during the first quarter of 2026 to pursue international partnerships,...
0 Shipping MRA Online Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Hazardous cargo convention moves closer to becoming international law The international convention governing liability and compensation for damage caused by hazardous and noxious substances (HNS) carried by sea is edging towards entry into force after a milestone reached at the International Maritime Organisation...
0 Ports MRA Online Friday, April 10, 2026 Land reclamation application in the Port of Durban SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking approval to reclaim 22.4 hectares of land within the Port of Durban between the existing Point multi-purpose terminal quay wall and a proposed new Point Container Terminal quay wall.
0 Insights & Opinion MRA Online Thursday, April 2, 2026 Pilchard punches above its weight in pricing SOUTH AFRICA: According to information included in the Competition Commission’s second Cost of Living (Col) released yesterday, the humble can of pilchards is punching above its weight in an era of relentless food price inflation.