Dear Stakeholder, AMSOL is hereby inviting unbonded students who will be studying at a tertiary institution or at a SAMSA-accredited training facility in 2026, to apply for bursaries in the following disciplines: Bachelor of Marine Engineering Bachelor of Nautical Science Office in Charge of a Navigational Watch (Deck Officer) REQUIREMENTS...
EMC proudly joined KZNEDTEA and NAVIGO on 15 July 2025 for an insightful Round Table Discussion positioning Durban as a Yachting Destination. The session brought together key maritime stakeholders to explore opportunities in the boatbuilding and yachting sectors. Our MD, Ms Zenzile Gwamanda, contributed valuable insights on the projected growth...
Be part of the biggest annual celebration in the maritime industry — the South African Shipping Gala : 28 November 2025 : Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) : Ms Yamkela Nhleko - 031 301 0950 : yamkela@maritimecluster.co.za Sponsorship spaces are still available across all tiers: Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Each...
Join the Ocean Innovation Challenge 2025, a dynamic platform for youth to reimagine the future of our oceans through innovation, creativity, and sustainable impact. EMC is calling individuals between the ages 18–35 with a bold idea to turn ocean resources into eco-solutions . Whether it’s packaging , cosmetics, or marine-based food — we...
Durban | 25 July 2025 Together with Lifesaving South Africa, we commemorated #WorldDrowningPreventionDay with impactful community engagement and vital safety demonstrations. The event kicked off at the KwaMashu D Section Swimming Pool, where local community and school children attended drowning and water safety demonstrations led by 3Lifesaving South Africa. The...
10 February 2025 | Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has officially entered into a significant 25-year terminal operator agreement with Zululand Energy Terminals (ZET) for the development of South Africa’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal at the Port of Richards Bay. This milestone agreement follows ZET’s selection in...
The 2025 Mirror World Championships are making their way to Durban, South Africa, from 14 to 19 April, and the excitement is building in the sailing community. As the world’s most popular double-handed sailing dinghy, the Mirror Class has a strong following in South Africa, and this event promises to...
DUC, in collaboration with DAN Southern Africa, have put together a series of underwater photographic competitions that will give aspiring underwater photographers the opportunity to feature in the ALERT diving magazine AND get their hands on some awesome prizes! The aim of the competition is to give our passionate underwater...
EThekwini Maritime Cluster is proud to partner with the Africa Oceans Council to present the Africa Maritime Investment Indaba 2024! Join us as we bring together global leaders, investors, and innovators to explore transformative opportunities that will shape the future of Africa’s blue economy. 📅 Date: November 6-8, 2024 📍...
The city of Durban once again demonstrated its leadership in sustainable ocean-based economic activities through the annual Blue Economy Week, which took place from 24 September to 28 September 2024. This dynamic event was a vibrant showcase of Durban’s ongoing efforts to harness the potential of its Blue Economy while...
