Bunker fuel terminal operator appointed Bunker fuel terminal operator appointed Richards Bay liquid bulk concession announced Monday, February 5, 2024 0 1223 SOUTH AFRICA: FFS Tank Terminal (Pty) Ltd has been awarded a 25-year concession to operate a liquid bulk terminal specialising in bunker fuels at the Port of Richards Bay.
Loading citrus for export Loading citrus for export Shipping line upgrades service for season Monday, February 5, 2024 0 782 SOUTH AFRICA: Hapag-Lloyd has announced an upgrade to service the country’s citrus exporters starting at the end of May this year and running through September.
AfCFTA shipment highlights need to fix ports and rail AfCFTA shipment highlights need to fix ports and rail SOUTH AFRICA: Officiating over South Africa’s first shipment and preferential trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)... Thursday, February 1, 2024 0 789
A fitting dedication A fitting dedication SOUTH AFRICA: Arriving to witness the handover of the SA Agulhas to her new owners on Tuesday, all guests were instantly greeted by a bold tribute... Thursday, February 1, 2024 0 1490
Regulator slashes port tariffs Regulator slashes port tariffs SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority’s inefficiencies were once again highlighted yesterday when the Ports Regulator of South... Thursday, February 1, 2024 0 1242
African leaders must find ways to encourage ongoing oil and gas investments African leaders must find ways to encourage ongoing oil and gas investments Despite the global push for near-instant transition to renewables, the immediate benefits for us (and many African nations) still predominantly... Wednesday, January 31, 2024 0 936
Grand plans attached to the sale of a grand old lady Grand plans attached to the sale of a grand old lady This week marks the official handing over of the SA Agulhas to new owners, having served as South Africa’s dedicated training vessel for... Tuesday, January 30, 2024 0 8357
Equipping maritime educators Equipping maritime educators SOUTH AFRICA: The South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI) hosted a workshop aimed at equipping school teachers with the resources... Monday, January 29, 2024 0 956
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,...