Lightfish Unmanned Vessel Achieves First Joint Maritime Launch
The Lightfish autonomous vessel has achieved its first joint maritime launch off Portugal, showcasing real-time navigation, adaptive obstacle avoidance and ocean data collection.
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Marsa Maroc and Liberia’s National Port Authority Sign Port Management Contract at Monrovia
Marsa Maroc has signed a management contract with Liberia’s National Port Authority to operate two piers at the Port of Monrovia, the nation’s main deep-water port, as part of wider port modernisation efforts.
NIMASA DG Visits Nigeria’s Naval Chief, Mulls Expansion of Deep Blue Project
The NIMASA Director General met Nigeria’s Chief of Naval Staff in Abuja to plan an expanded Deep Blue Project, a key maritime security initiative credited with reducing piracy in the Gulf of Guinea.
Somalia Approves Maritime Transport Agreement with Türkiye and Accedes to Key Global Conventions
Somalia has approved a bilateral maritime transport agreement with Türkiye and acceded to major international conventions on safety, training and pollution prevention — marking progress in its maritime sector development.
United States and Tanzania Mark Milestone in Maritime Security Cooperation with Boat Facility Handover
Tanzania received a new boat facility from the United States to bolster maritime patrol, surveillance and search-and-rescue capabilities — a major step in bilateral security cooperation.
India and Seychelles Forge Stronger Maritime, Blue Economy Ties at Mumbai Roundtable
India and Seychelles held a high-level business roundtable in Mumbai focused on maritime and blue economy partnership opportunities — from shipping and sustainable fisheries to port development and marine research.
Ghana Protects 12 Trees and Plants by Law — Felling Without Permit Now a Crime
Ghana has legally protected 12 tree and plant species, making it illegal to fell them without authorisation. The move supports forest conservation and biodiversity protection.
Bayelsa State Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy Takes Delivery of Additional Watercrafts
Bayelsa State has acquired additional watercrafts to strengthen inland waterway transport, improve safety, and advance its marine and blue economy agenda.
Ministry of Education Suggests Possible Foul Play After Multiple School Fire Outbreaks
The Ministry of Education has raised concerns about a series of recent school fire outbreaks across Ghana, hinting that some may involve foul play and urging stronger fire safety measures.