Port gains recorded for Cape Town Port gains recorded for Cape Town Transnet National Ports Authority reports significant operational improvements at the Port of Cape Town Monday, July 13, 2026 0 14 SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is reporting that operational improvements in the Port of Cape Town are a result of sustained progress in terminal performance, reduced Ship Turnaround Time (STAT) and increased volume throughput across key commodity sectors.
Gabon takes control of its flag Gabon takes control of its flag Confirmation of termination of international ship registry agreement Monday, July 13, 2026 0 56 GABON: Following the lead of Comoros, the Government of Gabon has formally terminated its agreement with Intershipping Services LLC to manage its international ship registry.
Port users given tight window to weigh in on potential port disruptions Port users given tight window to weigh in on potential port disruptions SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has opened a seven-day public comment window that could directly impact traffic and... Thursday, July 9, 2026 0 167
New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders 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... Thursday, July 9, 2026 0 151
African fisheries workshop to strengthen legal frameworks African fisheries workshop to strengthen legal frameworks A regional workshop is planned for the end of September to assist African States implement national legal frameworks on implementing CITES. Wednesday, July 8, 2026 0 137
Curbing illegal trade in seahorses Curbing illegal trade in seahorses The Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has invited parties and other... Wednesday, July 8, 2026 0 96
New team to strengthen regional IMO support 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... Tuesday, July 7, 2026 0 174
Underperformance erodes competitiveness Underperformance erodes competitiveness SOUTH AFRICA: The country’s underperforming transport sector was flagged as a threat that will erode South Africa’s competitiveness as... Tuesday, July 7, 2026 0 150
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,...