Fire Erupts on Bulk Carrier Chang Min in Lagos Port
A fire broke out aboard a Panama-flagged bulk carrier, on June 20 while it was anchored at the ENL Consortium Terminal at Lagos Port, Nigeria.
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MSC Drives West Africa Into Big Ship Trade Rankings
Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) has propelled West Africa into Alphaliner’s top 10 of shipping routes served by the largest vessels in operation.
Morocco to Build Africa’s First Offshore Wind Farm
Morocco has revealed plans to develop its first offshore wind power facility, marking a historic milestone for the country and Africa.
South Africa Moves to Relaunch National Shipping Line
More than 25 years after the sale of Safmarine to Maersk, South Africa is making strides toward establishing a new state-backed shipping company.
Egypt to Launch First-Ever Cruise Tourism Forum in June
Cairo is set to host the first edition of the Cruise Egypt Forum, under the theme “Navigate Egyptian Legacy”, from June 1st to 2nd, 2025.
Fire Breaks Out on Chevron Oil Platform Near Cabinda
In the early hours of May 20, a fire broke out on Chevron's Benguela Belize Lobito Tomboco (BBLT) offshore oil platform, situated off Cabinda.
Crew of Cargo Ship Fined for Cocaine Smuggling in Nigeria
May 15, a Nigerian court found the crew of the Chayanee Naree, guilty of trafficking approximately 32.9 kilograms of cocaine into the country.
Suez Canal Offers 15% Fee Cut Amid Easing Red Sea Tensions
Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority has announced a temporary 15% reduction in transit fees for large containerships, in a bid to revive trade flows.
Drone Attacks Hit Port Sudan for Third Day in a Row
Drone strikes triggered explosions in Port Sudan, marking the third consecutive day of such attacks. The assault ignited a fire near the port.
Fire Disables Tanker Invictus Off Somalia Coast
An oil products tanker registered under the Marshall Islands flag caught fire on April 22 while sailing some 508 nautical miles east of Mogadishu
CMA CGM Acquires 35% Stake in Egypt's First Dry Port
French shipping and logistics leader CMA CGM has reached an agreement to acquire a 35% ownership share in Egypt’s October Dry Port (ODP).
Kenya Defends Tourism Sector Amid Safety Concerns
Kenya’s tourism industry are pushing back against what they describe as “misleading” reports related to an incident involving cruise passengers.
Machete Gang Robs Cruise Tourists in Mombasa, Kenya
More than 50 assailants armed with machetes targeted cruise passengers visiting Mombasa, Kenya, robbing them of valuables including cash and jewelry
Six Dead After Tourist Submarine Sinks Off Hurghada Coast
An incident occurred off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt, on March 27 when a tourist submarine sank, resulting in six fatalities and nine injuries
Pirates Attack Tanker Near São Tomé and Príncipe
A Panama-flagged asphalt/bitumen tanker was boarded by three armed pirates late Tuesday while sailing off the coast of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Transnet Seeks Operator for Durban Multipurpose Terminal
South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is seeking an operator for a multipurpose terminal at the Port of Durban.
Jan de Nul Aids in West Africa's New Deepwater Port Project
Belgian construction firm Jan de Nul has announced its role in developing a new port situated 50 kilometers from Dakar, Senegal.
MSC Joins CMA CGM in New Moroccan Container Terminal Project
Mediterranean Shipping Co has partnered with rival CMA CGM to invest in a new terminal at one of Africa’s fastest-growing container hubs, Morocco
Somali Pirates Resurface, Threatening Merchant Vessels
Shipping companies have been alerted to the resurgence of Somali pirates, who are once again actively seeking targets.
South Africa Tightens Laws Against Marine Pollution
In response to a series of accidents along its coast S. Africa signs Marine Pollution (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) Amendment Bill into law