AU-IBAR and COREP Support Cross-Border Marine Protection Efforts in Congo and Gabon |
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The Gulf Review is a weekly newsletter, scheduled to reach you this and every week, containing relevant maritime and economic news in the past week in case you missed them. |
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| | MPS Lifts Standards of Safety and Efficiency at Tema Port with Cutting-edge Simulator In a landmark move towards boosting operational efficiency and workforce development, Meridian Port Services (MPS) – a joint venture between Ghana Ports and Harbours, Africa Global Logistics and APM Terminals – has inaugurated a state-of-the-art equipment simulation facility at Tema Port. | | |
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| | RMU Delegation in Tanzania for 3rd Blue Economy Conference The conference, organized by the Dar es Salaam Maritime Institute (DMI) in collaboration with the RMU in Accra, will be held under the theme, “Navigating the Future: Integrating Maritime Safety and Security, Climate Change Actions, and Technological Advancements for Blue Economy.” | | |
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| | AU-IBAR and COREP Support Cross-Border Marine Protection Efforts in Congo and Gabon Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) stand as vital sanctuaries safeguarding our oceanic biodiversity, yet their establishment and governance pose formidable challenges in many African coastal regions. Despite commitments to conservation, effective management remains elusive due to planning and coordination hurdles. | | |
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| | Commissioner Lighe Hails Greek Shipping Community’s Role In Liberian Registry Growth At Posidonia 2024 The Liberian Registry commemorated its 75th anniversary at Posidonia 2024, emphasizing its enduring collaboration with the Greek Shipping Community. The event spotlighted the substantial contributions of Greek shipowners to the Registry's development and its lasting legacy in maritime safety, security, and environmental protection. | | |
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| | Do Not Land Fish at Togo Border During Closed Season – Hawa Koomson The Minister for Fisheries and Acquaculture, Mrs. Mavis Hawa Koomson has warned fishermen planning to land their fish catch at the Togo border during the Closed Season to desist from such act. | | |
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| | Advancing the Aim for a Regional Fishery Closed Season The Fisheries Committee for the West Central Gulf of Guinea (FCWC) has confirmed that this year, for the first time ever, three of its Member States (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana) are implementing entire fisheries subsector closed seasons and advancing the region’s march toward establishing a regional fishery closed season. | | |
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| | IMO Showcases Support for Developing Countries IMO showcased its full range of technical cooperation projects at an informal workshop highlighting the support available to Member States. Delegates took the opportunity to learn how they can access this assistance. | | |
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| | Reducing Marine Plastic Llitter – Global Project Extended Through 2025 A major global project to help the maritime transport and fishing sectors in developing countries move towards a low-plastics future, has been granted an extension by the main donor, the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad). | | |
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The Gulf Spectrum Journal Is Available for Download on Our Website! We're excited to share some exciting information with you. The Institute's maiden journal and first issue, THE GULF SPECTRUM: Maritime Security Interventions in the Gulf of Guinea, is now available on our website. | | |
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| | Workshop to Draft Gabon’s National Maritime Policy It aims to promote sustainable practices and support economic development through effective and responsible maritime management, as recommended by the President of the Transition, President of the Republic, Head of State, His Excellency Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. | | |
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| | Industrial Trawlers Complain of Lack of Local Captains, Seafarers The Ghana Industrial Trawlers Association (GITA) has expressed concern over the limited local captains to man the many industrial vessels plying the shores of Ghana. The Association is also worried that seafarers are becoming a “scarce commodity.” | | |
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| | Guinea Bauxite Exports to China Smash Records Helping Fuel Hot Cape Market Capesize rates cracking past the $30,000 a day mark in recent days are in no small part down to the record amounts of bauxite heading from West Africa to China. | | |
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| | Study: Blue Hydrogen's Emissions Could be Doubled By Upstream Gas Leaks A new study from climate consultancy Carbon Tracker suggests that the CO2 emissions from natural gas-based "blue" hydrogen could be up to two times higher than expected - not because of the underlying carbon capture technology, but because of upstream emissions, which may be outside of the H2 producer's control. | | |
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| | Egyptian Navy in Command The Egyptian Navy has become the third partner nation to take control of the Combined Maritime Forces’ (CMF) maritime security training focused task force since its establishment in May last year. | | |
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| | Ghana Shippers Awards: Ghana Link wins 3 awards Ghana Link Network Services Limited achieved notable recognition at the 6th Ghana Shippers’ Summit and Awards, securing three prestigious awards. | | |
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| | IMO Explores Ocean Threats from Rocket Launch Debris Debris dumped in the ocean during the launch of spaceflight activities could potentially harm the environment – and conversations around the issue are taking off. | | |
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| | Learn About Ballast Water Management with New Online Course A new free-to-access course on ballast water management in international shipping is now publicly available on IMO’s e-learning platform. | | |
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The Adventures of Maritime Domain Awareness Man by Nick Tomb The Adventures of Maritime Domain Awareness Man is a graphic novel about a superhero in West Africa who uses his power to spread awareness about the challenges and opportunities facing the world's oceans. It is inspired by the work being done to protect the oceans and develop sustainable economic opportunities. |
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