Transnet Signs Landmark 25-Year Agreement with ICTSI to Modernise Durban Container Terminal
Transnet has today officially signed a strategic agreement with International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) at the Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2 auditorium, a milestone set to reshape South Africa’s port logistics landscape. The partnership, that will span over 25 years and valued at approximately R11 billion, marks the formal conclusion of the agreement […]
SA Shipping Gala Returns with Remarkable Success
The eThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) is proud to have partnered with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), and the South African Association of Ship Operators and Agents South Africa Branch (SAASOA) to bring together industry leaders, and stakeholders for an evening of collaboration, camaraderie and celebration on Friday evening at the Durban International Convention Center […]
Maritime School of Excellence on Track for 2026 Opening
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has given stakeholders within the maritime industry the assurance that the Maritime School of Excellence in Durban is ready to launch. Deputy Director General of Curriculum Management and Delivery, Mr Mbongiseni Mazibuko, chaired a stakeholder meeting with industry leaders held at the school on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, followed by […]
Invitation to Apply for the AMSOL 2026 Bursary Programme
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 South African citizenship Grade 12 […]
Durban: Charting a Course as a Premier Yachting Destination!
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 of KZN’s boatbuilding industry—emphasising the […]
South African Shipping Gala Sponsorship Reminder!
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 tier offers exclusive branding, VIP […]
CALL FOR ENTRIES: EMC Youth Innovation Challenge 2025
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 want to hear from YOU! No […]
eThekwini Unites for World Drowning Prevention Day 2025
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 day concluded at the Durban […]
TNPA SET TO IMPROVE DREDGING VOLUMES THROUGH CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE TO DREDGING FLEET
Durban, 18 February 2025 Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is set to improve its dredging capacity through the installation of a new marine excavator on the Italeni, a Grab Hopper Dredger used by the ports authority to maintain the promulgated depth of port berths, basin and entrance channels necessary for the safe navigation of vessels […]
From Patronage to Meritocracy
21 January 2025 | Article by Thuso Mhlambi | From the Desk of The CFO In the aftermath of the Trump inauguration and the promises to action and immediate change during his speech, there are many factors that we could look at in trying to figure out why our country is struggling to grow and […]