The Ghana Shippers’ Authority Bill, 2024, was passed into law on July 29, 2024, after its successful third reading in Parliament. This new law amends the 50-year-old establishment law, NRCD 254 (1974), with key objectives: Key Benefits Ghana Shippers’ Authority’s…
Liberia is celebrating the 2025 International Day for Women in Maritime, emphasizing the theme “An Ocean of Opportunities for Women.” Commissioner/CEO Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe, Sr. of the Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) has reaffirmed his commitment to promoting gender equity…
Transport fares in Ghana are set to decrease by 15% starting May 24, 2025, not May 25, as announced by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU). This reduction applies to various modes of transportation, including: The decision to reduce…
The Société des Infrastructures de Réparation Navale (SIRN) has shortlisted four candidates for the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contract to manage the Dakar shipyards. These candidates are [none, based on provided text]: These prequalified candidates will receive bidding documents and can…
The Republic of Liberia has signed a significant port modernization agreement with Tanger Med Engineering, a subsidiary of Morocco’s Tanger Med Port Authority. The deal aims to transform Liberia’s maritime and trade infrastructure. Key Highlights Economic Benefits Government CommitmentThe Liberian…
The Alexandria Port Authority welcomed the Seven Seas Navigator cruise ship on May 7, 2025, as part of Egypt’s efforts to boost tourism. The ship, carrying 834 passengers, docked at the port’s passenger terminal. Details of the Visit Collaborative EffortsThe…
The Ghana Navy hosted the opening ceremony of Exercise Obangame Express 2025 at the Naval Headquarters in Accra. This annual training exercise brings together personnel from the Ghana Navy, Police, and Immigration Services to strengthen multi-sectoral cooperation in the maritime…
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) and the National Environmental Standards Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESRA) are working together to enhance port operations and environmental sustainability. Key points from their recent discussion include ¹: This partnership aims to improve port operations, environmental…
DP World Sokhna’s record-breaking 285,000 TEUs in Q1 2025 marks a 26% increase over planned volumes, solidifying the port’s strategic role in regional trade and Egypt’s economic growth. Key highlights include Avnash Iyer, COO & Acting CEO, Egypt, DP World,…
The Mediterranean Sea officially became an Emission Control Area (ECA) under MARPOL Annex VI on May 1, 2025, limiting sulphur content in fuel oil to 0.1% for ships operating in the area. Benefits Impact Emission Control AreasThe Mediterranean Sea joins…