African ports continue to show a decline in container handling efficiencies African ports continue to show a decline in container handling efficiencies World Bank publishes fourth global Container Port Performance Index Wednesday, June 5, 2024 0 5294 Only four African ports reflected positive change in the newest global Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) published by the World Bank this week.
Tanzania flagged for crew abandonment Tanzania flagged for crew abandonment ITF highlights plight of seafarer on Tanzanian flagged vessel Monday, June 3, 2024 0 2045 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 The International Association of Ports & Harbors (IAPH) has commissioned a study of ports in selected countries from Africa, South America,... Friday, May 31, 2024 0 1889
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 2156
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 1822
Has the Ocean Economy Master Plan stalled? Has the Ocean Economy Master Plan stalled? Monday, May 27, 2024 0 2356
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 1761
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 2350
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...
0 Marine Law & Insurance MRA Online Friday, July 3, 2026 South Africa takes the next step to protect the high seas SOUTH AFRICA: Cabinet has approved the submission of the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biodiversity Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) to Parliament for ratification.
0 People & Events MRA Online Friday, June 19, 2026 Three ministers, one portfolio SOUTH AFRICA: Since South Africa's Government of National Unity took shape in 2024, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has cycled through three DA ministers in under two years, raising questions about continuity,...