Fleet Renewal: 65m Norwegian-Built Freezer Trawler Joins SA Fleet
South Africa’s deep-sea commercial fleet has welcomed a powerhouse addition following the official Cape Town registration and certification of the Santa Princesa.
CHANGE OF GUARD AT NORTH SAILS CAPE TOWN
Mike Pammenter, Dave Rae and Dale Wood take the helm in South Africa.
New Chapter: Oceana Hands Over Operational Reins of Hout Bay Academy
The Oceana Group is exiting its state-of-the-art Oceana Maritime Academy, which is to be leased to an independent training provider as part of a broader Oceana corporate head office relocation.
Inland Boating Wins: Government Pauses Dam Rules as Harties Gears Up for Nationals
Public outrage over new draft regulations impacting inland boating has prompted a review of the proposed changes.
Mooring Misery: Untangling the Cost of May’s Destructive Storms
Wind gusts of over 120 kph put coastal infrastructure to the test in May, and it didn’t end well for many yacht owners in Cape Town and along the coast.
The 2026 Cape Town Global Maritime Women’s Walk
We celebrate the incredible women shaping the maritime industry. From seafarers and scientists to cleaners, leaders and change makers, the day honoured the achievements, strength and growing impact of women across the sector.
Kinetic Catamarans Fires Up the Tools for the New K6
Knysna’s Kinetic Catamarans reports another yard milestone – tooling construction for their highly anticipated new K6 model range.
May Splashes: Three High-End Luxury Yachts Hit the Water
No doubt the fair-weather window had something to do with it. The latter half of May saw several notable high-profile launches following weeks of chaotic wind and rain along the coast.
Gemini Marine Secures Flood Rescue Boat Order for Queensland
Cape Town’s RIB specialist Gemini Marine has secured a large order to provide 10 x Specialised Water Rescue boats for flood-ravaged Queensland in Australia.
Andrew Sickler Remembered as Unsung Hero of South African Boatbuilding
The South African boatbuilding sector this week paid tribute to one of its stalwart members, Andrew Sickler, who died last week after a lengthy illness. Andrew’s specialist boat transport company, Yacht Haulers, played a pivotal role in recent sector growth. His clients included the full range of recreational craft, from custom superyachts to production catamarans. […]