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Fishing industry invited to engage on new fishing vessel regulations Fishing industry invited to engage on new fishing vessel regulations

Fishing industry invited to engage on new fishing vessel regulations

SAMSA plans fishing sector engagement

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SOUTH AFRICA: The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) will host two stakeholder engagements in July with the fishing industry to discuss the development of draft regulations for the construction and equipment on fishing vessels.

Seafarers recognised across Africa - and the world Seafarers recognised across Africa - and the world

Seafarers recognised across Africa - and the world

Interventions needed to create harassment free ships

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The International Day of the Seafarer was celebrated across Africa yesterday as several maritime administrations hosted functions and posted messages to recognise the need for an increased focus on ensuring safe vessels that are free of harassment and bullying in line with this year’s theme for the day as announced by the International...
Blue economy offers transformative opportunities Blue economy offers transformative opportunities

Blue economy offers transformative opportunities

COMOROS: The blue economy has been identified as a “transformative opportunity” for Comoros to achieve sustainable and inclusive...
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Safety audit highlights significant concerns Safety audit highlights significant concerns

Safety audit highlights significant concerns

SOUTH AFRICA: Having completed a three-month safety audit of fishing vessels operating out of all of South Africa’s major fishing harbours,...
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Collaborative efforts bolster seabed mapping in Africa Collaborative efforts bolster seabed mapping in Africa

Collaborative efforts bolster seabed mapping in Africa

The Gambia became the most recent African country to join the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) last month, highlighting the...
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A focus on marine emergency response A focus on marine emergency response

A focus on marine emergency response

SOUTH AFRICA: Presenting a full programme, the AMSOL Group hosted stakeholders for a Marine Emergency Response and Preparedness seminar last week...
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External examiners appointed for small vessels External examiners appointed for small vessels

External examiners appointed for small vessels

Concluding a national series of refresher workshops, the South African Maritime Safety Authority has appointed 85 external examiners and trained...
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Strengthening gender equality in octopus fisheries Strengthening gender equality in octopus fisheries

Strengthening gender equality in octopus fisheries

KENYA: A workshop aimed at strengthening gender dimensions, climate change, and environmental considerations in regional value chains for...
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O&G engineers return home with a pardon

SOUTH AFRICA: The two oil and gas engineers working offshore in Equatorial Guinea that were unlawfully detained more than two years ago have returned home after they received a pardon from the President of Equatorial Guinea.

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16 Jun 2025 PROTECTING SEAFARERS AGAINST CRIMINALISATION 6/16/2025 11:00 AM - 10/22/2025 6:30 PM

The well-being of seafarers continues to be of great concern to the entire membership of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The criminalization of seafarers is a matter of concern for all those in the maritime industry. ILO and IMO have been working jointly on Guidelines on Fair Treatment of Seafarers detained in connection with alleged crimes.

2 Jul 2025 ON BOARD CYBER SECURITY 7/2/2025 9:00 AM

Join the DNV free live webinar to gain valuable insights into cybersecurity, discover hands-on experiences and best practices for enhancing cybersecurity on board.

2 Jul 2025 INTRODUCTION TO UCT MASTER IN APPLIED OCEAN SCIENCES 7/2/2025 11:00 AM

Learn more about the UCT Master in Applied Ocean Sciences programme that will be presented as a pilot project next year. 

22 Jul 2025 INTERMODAL AFRICA 2025 7/22/2025 - 7/24/2025

The 33rd edition of Intermodal Africa 2025, is hosted by Cornelder de Moçambique (CdM) in collaboration with our Strategic Partner Port Management Association of Eastern and Southern Africa (PMAESA) taking place from Tuesday 22 to Thursday 24 July 2025 at the Lunamar Hotel Beira, Mozambique.

23 Jul 2025 SAMSA STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 7/23/2025

The Minister of Transport intends, in terms of section 356(2)(a) of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951) and on the recommendation of the South African Maritime Safety Authority to promulgate Draft Merchant Shipping (Construction and Equipment on Fishing Vessels of 24 Metres in Length and Over and Construction and Equipment on Fishing Vessels of Less Than 24 Meters, and Fisher Labour Welfare) Regulations, 2025.  SAMSA is in the process of developing the Draft Regulations and seeks to engage stakeholders in the fishing industry during the developmental stages of the Draft Regulations. The engagement seeks to inform the final draft prior to submission to the Minister of Transport for processing and promulgation.  

30 Jul 2025 SAMSA STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 7/30/2025

The Minister of Transport intends, in terms of section 356(2)(a) of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951) and on the recommendation of the South African Maritime Safety Authority to promulgate Draft Merchant Shipping (Construction and Equipment on Fishing Vessels of 24 Metres in Length and Over and Construction and Equipment on Fishing Vessels of Less Than 24 Meters, and Fisher Labour Welfare) Regulations, 2025.  SAMSA is in the process of developing the Draft Regulations and seeks to engage stakeholders in the fishing industry during the developmental stages of the Draft Regulations. The engagement seeks to inform the final draft prior to submission to the Minister of Transport for processing and promulgation.  

31 Jul 2025 SOUTHERN OCEAN AND ANTARCTICA MEETING 7/31/2025

The South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) invites you to our upcoming in-person Networking Breakfast event on Thursday, 25 April 2024. In this session we’ll be hearing from Kinetiko's CEO, Nick de Blocq, who will provide us with an update on Kinetiko's remarkable achievements in its exploration programme throughout 2023 and again in 2024.

8 Sep 2025 SOUTH AFRICAN MARINE SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM 9/8/2025 - 9/12/2025

As the world faces the intersecting challenges of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change, marine and coastal science is more important than ever. The Southern African Marine Science Symposium (SAMSS) 2025 will unite scientists, practitioners, educators, policymakers, and community leaders to share knowledge, innovations, and strategies for a more resilient marine and coastal future.

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