Egypt is charting a course towards a more sustainable maritime sector with the development of a National Action Plan (NAP) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships and ports. This initiative is supported by the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) GreenVoyage2050…
A recent workshop in Cape Town, South Africa, brought together experts to share best practices on implementing International Maritime Organization (IMO) pollution liability conventions. The goal was to equip government officials with the knowledge and skills to effectively prepare claims,…
Eni Congo has signed a five-year contract with Bourbon for the charter of six new crewboats to support operations on its offshore fields in Congo. The new vessels are designed to meet Eni’s operational and environmental requirements, combining performance and…
African countries must harness their marine resources to drive economic prosperity, according to Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, President of the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa (PMAWCA). As the managing director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Dantsoho…
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has launched 24-hour port services, and to ensure security, the Tema Regional Police Command has paid a courtesy visit to the GPHA Director General. This strategic move aims to enhance security measures and…
South Africa is taking significant steps towards decarbonizing its shipping sector, aligning with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The country recently hosted a national workshop co-organized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the South African Maritime Safety…
The African Network of Ports (ANP) is taking significant strides to enhance its performance at the Port of Jorf Lasfar, a key maritime hub in Morocco. As part of its ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and serve port users better,…
The Republic of Liberia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council’s 134th session. The meeting, attended by high-ranking officials from both countries, aimed to strengthen cooperation and…
The article discusses the Regional Port Authorities Convergence (REPAC) meeting held in Monrovia, Liberia, which brought together port authorities from West and Central Africa. The meeting aimed to promote regional cooperation, share best practices, and address common challenges facing ports…
Date: 7 July 2025Location: Port of Cape Town, South Africa Key Highlights Investment & Purpose: TNPA unveiled the R120 million multi-purpose vessel, built at Damen Shipyards Cape Town, to boost maintenance, pollution control, and debris removal within the port News24+14maritimafrica.com+14Engineering…