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.
Public outrage over new draft regulations impacting inland boating has prompted a review of the proposed changes.
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.
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.
Knysna’s Kinetic Catamarans reports another yard milestone – tooling construction for their highly anticipated new K6 model range.
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.
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.
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. […]
Mohammed Abdool has been appointed CEO of Transnet National Ports Authority, effective from May 1.
Africa’s emergence as a serious player in the global yachting industry has been reinforced with the announcement of two high-profile speakers at the African Boating Conference.