Since 2005, many international organisations have expressed growing concern over the rise in acts of piracy off the coast of Somalia, which appears to have no end in sight.
Surprising treasures of Namibia’s arid coastline
The Namibian coastline remains one of most fascinating and intriguing in the world due to its inhospitable appearance and the mystery implied by its pseudonym – the Skeleton Coast. It is rich in legends, fables and history, but also full of surprises for those who take a look beyond the mere obvious.
Namibia rebuilds its fishing industry to benefit the country’s population
In the mere space of 20 years since its independence in 1990, Namibia has succeeded in turning its approximately 1 500-kilometre long coastline – which is hyper-arid desert along its entire length – into the source of about a third of its gross domestic product.
The threat of pollution gives momentum to international synergy
While marine pollution and the emission of harmful gases into the atmosphere are major concerns for the marine industry, it was not always the case. In fact, at international level, some 60 years ago, the issue did not feature at all.
Tomorrow's Leaders Convention 2012
Convention Adding a New Dimension With the theme of sustainable leadership and an emphasis on mentorship, the 5th annual Tomorrow's Leaders Convention will add a new dimension to the proceedings...
Improving African maritime industries
Dutch Minister Bleker visits Damen Shipyards Cape Town
Last Monday, the Dutch Minister for Agriculture and Foreign Trade, Mr Henk Bleker, visited Damen Shipyards Cape Town (DSCT). The visit, organized...
Skills Development Summit 2011
World's top mining group backs SA Skills Development Summit 2011 The world's biggest mining group BHP Billiton has thrown its weight behind the efforts to solve South Africa’s skills shortage crisis...
Uninsured tanker highlights financial implications
Cost of salvaging uninsured MT Phoenix oil tanker The recent announcement that the cost for salvaging the uninsured stranded oil tanker, MT Phoenix, in Durban is estimated at over R30m highlights the...
Simonstown Harbour extension
Simonstown harbour entrance to be extended The extension of the entrance at Simonstown Stillwater harbour is running on schedule, despite additional workloads, thanks to the quality of products and after-sales...