Still time to showcase your design – Jo Fensham Design Prize deadline extended
Strong interest in the inaugural Jo Fensham Yacht Furniture Design Prize has prompted a deadline extension to ensure broad-based participation.
Want to make maritime history? Help save Voortrekker
South Africa’s sailing royalty has teamed up to save the crown prince of the local sailing fleet – the historic Voortrekker racing yacht.
Work begins on Waterfront superyacht marina
Work has begun on the first three pontoons for the V&A’s new superyacht marina, which is on schedule for an official opening on November 1.
R&C appoints a new MD and welcomes USA Ambassador
The country’s biggest yard has confirmed a new MD, Mark Bradford, who takes charge as from August 1.
Sachal Shipyard Delivers Benchmark Custom Purse Seiner for West Coast
In another milestone highlighting South Africa’s commercial boatbuilding capability, Vredenburg-based Sachal Shipyard has completed and handed over the MFV Creativity.
Askari 65 Power Yacht
The new Askari 65 Power isn’t your conventional mass-production luxury yacht.
Turning the Tide on Pollution Regulations: Durban Plenary Sets Out to Reshape Boating Compliance
The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) recently joined forces with the Department of Transport in Durban to fast-track updates to the country’s marine pollution laws.
Cape Town the Worst Container Port in the World? Misleading, Say SA Freight Forwarders
The South African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) has dismissed as “misleading” a global port index that ranked Cape Town Port as one of the world’s worst-performing container ports.
Three Can Play This Game! Eastern Cape to Rival KZN and Western Cape in Maritime Investment
A high-powered Eastern Cape government delegation recently concluded a European trade trip that featured visits to boatyards and meetings with key international maritime stakeholders.
Mission Impossible? Bertish All Set for Unassisted Pacific Crossing in Beach Catamaran
South African adventurer Chris Bertish has secured a title sponsor for a world-first attempt to cross the Pacific Ocean on a modified production beach catamaran.