Transnet National Ports Authority Secures Landmark Agreements for LNG and Liquid Bulk Terminals at Richards Bay Port
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 2024 as the preferred bidder […]
Hambantota International Port Expands Bunkering Services with New HSFO Facilities
In a significant move to enhance its bunkering services, Hambantota International Port (HIP) successfully integrated High Sulphur Fuel Oil (HSFO) into its range of marine fuels in January 2025. This new addition rounds out HIP’s fuel offerings, now including Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) and Marine Gas Oil (MGO/MDO). This expansion strengthens Sri Lanka’s […]
EThekwini Maritime Cluster Celebrates the Unveiling of AMSOL’s Latest Fleet Addition: Welcome ‘Uhambo’!
On the morning of Monday, 09 December 2024, the EThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) honored an invitation from AMSOL to attend the unveiling and renaming ceremony of their newest fleet addition. The ceremony was a momentous occasion for all involved, as we welcomed the tanker now named “Uhambo”. The renaming of the vessel followed a time-honored […]
🌊 Africa Maritime Investment Indaba 2024 – Unlocking Africa’s $3 Trillion Ocean Economy
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 📍 Location: Durban, South Africa Don’t […]
UKZN and EThekwini Maritime Cluster Host Industry Guest Lecture on “Applying the Golden Rules in Logistics to the Most Tricky Part of a Project: The Go Live
On August 28, 2024, the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), in partnership with the EThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC), hosted an insightful industry guest lecture at the renowned Senate Chamber on the Westville Campus. The topic, “Applying the Golden Rules in Logistics to the Trickiest Part of a Project: The Go Live,” was presented by Mr. Iain […]
EMC Youth Innovation Challenge: The second phase launch continues with three remaining schools.
The EThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) Training and Skills Development Unit has successfully launched the second round of the EMC Youth Innovation Challenge, continuing its mission to foster innovation and maritime awareness among the youth. On September 6, 2024, the second phase kicked off with three schools that had progressed from the first round: JG Zuma […]
EMC Commends Partnership Between SAIMI and Umfolozi College Maritime Academy.
The EThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) proudly commends and supports the impactful partnership between the South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI) and Umfolozi College Maritime Academy. This collaboration, which was highlighted during the recent Business Breakfast session at eSkhawini, represents a significant step forward in advancing maritime education and skills development in the region. As an […]
Sandock Austral Shipyards and TNPA host the christening of two new Boats
In line with maritime traditions, Sandock Austral Shipyards today launched two new boats to enhance TNPA’s marine operations at the Port of Cape Town. Acting Port Manager Ms. Ophelia Shabane, serving as the Lady Sponsor, unveiled the names of these vessels as Queen Modjadji and Noah during the christening ceremony held at the Sandock Austral […]
EMC MEDIA STATEMENT
EThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) Announces Withdrawal from the KZN Maritime and Artisan Training Programme. Kindly click on the link below to read statement. https://maritimecluster.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MEDIA-STATEMENT-EMC-Announces-Withdrawal-121.pdf
Forging Maritime Partnerships: EMC Hosts NAVIGO Delegation For South African Exploration
[10/04/2024] Fostering national and international collaborations is one of the core values of EThekwini Maritime Cluster and yesterday’s convention summoned the essence of bringing together local and international industry players from Italy (NAVIGO) and Egypt to explore developmental opportunities within the maritime industry. Ziziba Holdings, a locally based business working in partnership with EThekwini Maritime […]