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SAFETY Fishing safety indaba highlights statistics in the South African fishing sector

PORTS Reviewing port development on the African continent

ON THE COVER FISHING WITH FURUNO AND RADIO HOLLAND Radio Holland South Africa supports the highly competitive local fishing sector by providing key navigation and communication solutions 24/7.

SEAFARING

Are we over glamourising the opportunities at sea?

MARITIME REVIEW AFRICA EDITOR: Colleen Jacka editor@maritimesa.co.za

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FROM THE BRIDGE CONTRIBUTORS: Claire Attwood, Mark Botha, Brian Ingpen

FEATURES 06

CHASING THE SEAFARING DREAM International Day of the Seafarer during June helped highlight some of the issues facing seafarers from the African continent. We take a look at what the industry can do to ensure that a career path remains open to them from cadet to captain.

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Claire Attwood takes a closer look at the Viking Fishing deal and speaks to Sea Harvest CEO, Felix Ratheb about what this means for the company and the fishing industry. 13

AT THE END OF THE LINE Mark Botha highlights the plight of the small scale rock lobster fishers who have held out to ensure they get a better deal going forward.

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Brian Ingpen talks to Ian Merriman about a successful career at sea as a tug master who has been at the helm to help at a number of high-profile marine incidents around the South African coastline.

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TOWARDS DAY ZERO

Fishing continues to live up to its reputation as one of the world’s most dangerous professions with 32,000 deaths reported internationally in 2016. Addressing the local fishing industry at the Sixth Fishing Safety Indaba in Cape Town, the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) challenged the local fishing industry to aim for zero fatalities in 2019.

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SAFETY Fishing safety indaba highlights statistics in the South African fishing sector

PORTS Reviewing port development on the African continent

ON THE COVER FISHING WITH FURUNO AND RADIO HOLLAND Radio Holland South Africa supports the highly competitive local fishing sector by providing key navigation and communication solutions 24/7.

SEAFARING

Are we over glamourising the opportunities at sea?

PORT DEVELOPMENT Port Louis Harbour on the threshold of a bright new era African port development infographic TPT aims for top five position Nigeria to assess port concessions Port briefs Providing a snapshot of Cape ports

MARITIME SECURITY 22 Challenged to protect and promote marine assets Military veterans to help curb abalone poaching in South Africa SA Navy vessels return from duty in the Mozambican Channel Security Briefs India continues to support defence capacity in Mauritius Milestone for Mauritius Maritime Air Squadron Supporting maritime law enforcement in Ghana Breaking barriers to entry Training to bolster security response New security resource for world fleet Putting maritime security in the hands of the port Promoting law and security in Ghanaian ports

MARITIME NEWS AFRICAN NEWS 29 Fisheries agreement concluded Second offshore bunker operator for Algoa Bay New distributor for outboard engine range Fishing with Furuno and Radio Holland New project to address fish management

FISHING WITH FURUNO AND RADIO HOLLAND Radio Holland South Africa supports the highly competitive local fishing sector by providing key navigation and communication solutions 24/7. SEE FULL STORY ON PAGE 30

Mining vessel gets a new lease on life

Shipping line pays for cartel conduct

Seeking competitive financing for the maritime sector

Addressing shipping regulations

Shipping line seeks to expand East African routes

Maritime briefs

Collusion catches up with museum island ferry operators

Bridging the gap for engineers

OFFSHORE NEWS

African E&P updates from Gabon, Tunisia, Mozambique, Angola, Ghana and Nigeria

PEOPLE AND EVENTS NEWS

Wearcheck appointments

Adjusting the sails on a successful career

Maritime training organisation supports youth day

Nigeria commits to ocean economy

IBIA seminar in Cape Town

Mauritius celebrates hydrography day

New branch for bursary fund

Sailing towards a brighter future

New executive for Cummins

Port Harbour Master rotations

GREEN MARINE NEWS AND UPDATES Turning poachers into custodians

Gearing up to tackle marine pollution

Spotting a path for people and sharks to coexist

International operation nets results

Environmental Affairs hosts SA Agulhas open day in Comoros

Illegal removal of sand threatens dunes in Beira

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#WomenAtSea If there are still opportunities to write stories about the first woman to do something noteworthy within the marine community - then we have a long road ahead towards ensuring that women are an accepted norm within the industry.

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t’s rather disconcerting that in 2018 we are still debating issues relating to the validity of a woman’s ability to function as well as a man in a workplace - any workplace. But, here we are. The bra’s have been burnt; the marathons infiltrated and (some) of the board rooms conquered, but yet we still “celebrate” achievements of the first woman to do this or the first woman to do that.

Amidst this we have male people like Manglin Pillay, CEO of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE), going out on a rib in July of this year to pen a LinkedIn opinion piece which stated that “the fact that more men occupy high profile executive posts is tremendous not because of gender, but because of appetite for work load and extreme performance requirements at that level, choosing what is important and where to allocate time”. His article is peppered with gems such as this and, according to him, “there are scientific studies and books written galore” to verify his facts. Sadly he links his article to none of these for reference. South Africans are getting used to the backlash that ensues from sexist and racist social media posts such as this one, but these rants do serve to highlight an underlying culture of perceptions about the status quo that still exists. Since August is women’s month and, in the light of the International Maritime Organisation’s theme for 2019 that aims to empower women in the maritime community, I thought I would dedicate my column to this topic. While I do see a shift in the maritime industry, there are still deep set belief systems that filter (some) men’s interaction with their female colleagues in our industry. Often this is not expressed as blatantly as the views espoused by Pillay in his article, but more subtly and even collaboratively with women. In much the same way that racism works; sexism purports that women are being over-sensitive or may have a chip on their shoulder when they call out offensive behaviour. Recently I thought I was being over-sensitive when I took offense to a flippant remark made by a very senior member of the Nautical Institute visiting here from the UK. Attending the Nautical Institute Seminar, I was taking some notes for an article when this gentleman walked passed me and casually said; “learning lots are we?” Yes, its a minuscule incident, but I very much doubt he would have said the same thing to a male of my age sitting in an industry forum. He would simply assume a 40+ year

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old male was there as a participant in the forum rather than someone who still had “lots to learn” about an industry he had been working in for over 20 years. Please don’t get me wrong - I know there is always more to learn - but had I been a young person at the outset of my maritime career or in a cadet uniform I would have found the exchange to be more acceptable. If I am being over sensitive it is because my perception is tempered by over 20 years of even more overtly patronising comments along the way. At a breakfast organised by African Marine Solutions (AMSOL) to mark Women’s Day, leadership development and change specialist, Sarah Babb challenged guests to interrogate these types of perceptions about women in the workplace and provided some statistics to show how integrated teams perform better. Integrating women onto ships and offshore platforms, however, continues to be a challenge. Primarily designed as a single-gender environment, barriers to boarding often revolve around lack of facilities. Where cabins are usually shared, this can be used as a valid excuse for exclusion. Offshore oil rigs are no different and will often have one ablution and changing room facility. As such vessels are literally designed to exclude - and we need to go back to the drawing board to ensure inclusivity. Discussing this inclusiveness guests at the AMSOL breakfast suggested that more should be done to highlight the strides that many women are making in the maritime industry. They maintain that these stories would help inspire younger women to follow a maritime career path. My personal problem with this strategy, however, is that by presenting women as unique single entities, we are promoting the notion that they are simply anomalies. If there are still opportunities to write stories about the first woman to do something noteworthy within the marine community - then we have a long road ahead towards ensuring that women are an accepted norm within the industry. But I guess the article penned by Manglin Pillay that got many other similar-thinking men nodding in agreement highlights this point quite spectacularly. So here’s to the 2019 IMO theme - and dare I say (with tongue firmly in cheek) - to one day welcoming the first female secretary general of this influential industry body. Colleen Jacka, editor | editor@maritimesa.co.za

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In 2017 the S.A. Amandla owned and operated by AMSOL on behalf of the National Department of Transport, prevented approximately 3,871 tonnes of Heavy Fuel Oil, 906 tonnes of Marine Gas Oil and 35,000 tonnes of palm oil from entering the marine environment by towing disabled vessels to safety or providing standby to clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vessels. AMSOL safely transferred approximately 147,990 tonnes of marine gas oil during Ship-To-Ship operations conducted off the South African coast and in South African ports in 2017.

In 2017 AMSOL spent R15 MILLION on employee training

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adopting an integrated mon16 |ment, the successful bidder will 26 |“By itoring system, coastal authorhave an obligation to bring in more car-

The maritime community will surely understand the concept of being keelhauled and we have reinstated the practice, which was allegedly instituted by the British Navy as a way of “severely rebuking a subordinate”. But at the same time we will also applaud those individuals and companies in recognition of significant achievements.

“The question is do you invest in

“We must move beyond the era

do you invest in what they have and just look after them? There’s no reason why an older vessel can’t be a good vessel, it’s a matter of how much you spend on it. So we’ll have to look at these questions before we look at doing anything different.” Says Felix Ratheb, CEO of Sea Harvest.

and enforcement mandate from our offices to being on the water making sure that vessels comply with regulations of GMA which are set in accordance with international conventions and instruments of the International Maritime Organisation.” Says Director-General of the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), Kwame Owusu.

“With this mode of procure-

We applaud the NSRI for the deployment of 275 pink buoys at beaches around the country. According to a recent Facebook post from the Institute, 12 lives have already been saved thanks to quick thinking by the public and the strategic placement of the buoys.

Keelhauled Pranksters who have taken 25 of the pink buoys deployed by the NSRI - thus impacting on the safety of bathers at some beaches. HAVE WE OFFENDED? We have had an email from a concerned reader who be lieves that the use of the Keelhaul term in maga ine sh e em ve e t its ac g n as a seve e nish ment in ma itime hist . e i e t hea ini n n this have your say and drop the editor a line on e it ma itimesa.c . a

go volumes to sustain the viability of the project.” Says Ramalingum Maistry, Chairman of the Mauritius Ports Authority.

ities create an attractive destination for client ships to berth by ensuring routes are open and secure, and the possibility of having an incident is limited.” Says Hein van den Ende, Marketing Executive: at Saab Grintek Defence.

the beginning of our op22 |for everything and South Africa 29 |“Since erations, the project has experiis on a path of reduced expenditure in “There is not enough money

defence. The Defence Department is unlikely to see a huge injection of cash and the South African Navy is in damage control mode.” Says Chief of the South African Navy, Rear Admiral Mosuwa Samuel Hlongwane.

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“This is in line with our long held view that the department alone will not succeed in fighting poaching and therefore a need for all strategic structures of our society to be mobilised towards assisting in curbing the challenge of poaching.” Says Minister of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries, Senzeni Zokwana.

enced significant progress and has managed to amass an experienced crew.” Says Siyamthanda Maya the Managing Director of South African Marine Fuels.

29 |shake the African market as it is

“The launch of the CXO300 will

the first high performance 300hp diesel outboard engine to be introduced.” Says Jamie de Jong, Seascape Marine’s General Manager.

30 |of poor management of fish

“To address the challenges

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institutions and national authorities, the FCWC Secretariat and Member Countries in cooperation with partners developed the ‘Fisheries Intelligence and MCS Support in West Africa’ project funded by NORAD.” Says Seraphin Dedi, the Secretary-General of the FCWC.

The INTERPOL Wildlife Crime Working Group’s month-long global operation against illegal trade in wildlife and timber targeted people and networks behind cross-border wildlife crime.

35 |whether

“We are able to determine the device is ever switched on and if vessels do not use them effectively, we will redistribute them to other vessels.” Says Captain Karl Otto of the South African Maritime Safety Authority.

“We are committed to provid|us (SAMSA) to task when we act 32 |ing opportunities for investors 36 inappropriately.” Says the South Afican

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“Industry must be able to take

through public and private partnership. This applies especially to investments in maritime infrastructure, shipping and ancillary services, offshore services, ship building repairs as well as marine and bunkering services. In this regard, we are engaging the Central Bank of Nigeria to create a special interest rate for maritime infrastructure development and maritime assets acquisition in Nigeria.” Says Dr Dakuku Peterside, Director General of Nigerian Maritime Safety Agency.

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“With our upcoming new EAS2 service we will be able to offer even better connections from and to East Africa. All in all we are experiencing growing client demand which demonstrates the economic potential of Kenya.” Says Dheeraj Bhatia, Managing Director Africa, Middle East and Indian Subcontinent for Hapag-Lloyd AG.

Maritime Safety Authority’s Chief Examiner, Azwimmbavhi Nelwamondo.

36 |start from scratch and invite you

“We have a budget but need to

(the fishing industry) to bring your influence. We want to form a picture of what needs to be done with you.” Says Deputy Director General of Department of Public Works, Samuel Thobakgale.

700kg

In South Africa four live sharks and 700kg of abalone were seized as part of the country’s contribution to the operation

The seizure of the live sharks which were being exported to the Netherlands is an indication that the problem of live shark smuggling is bigger than initially believed as demand for live sharks from aquariums worldwide has increased.

DURBAN HARBOUR

41 |to the sea. You hear it, close up,

“On the tug, you’re down next

and you feel the spray on your face!” Says Captain Ian Merriman.

44 |crucial for the survival of the “This programme is not only

Members of the Green Scorpions, customs ofﬁcials and Fisheries Control Ofﬁcers of DAFF rummaged a ship in Durban harbour, while ad hoc tailgate and container searches were also done in the harbour.

2002 when we held our first Safety Indaba.” Says Captain Nigel Campbell of the South African Maritime Safety Authority.

Loggerhead and Leatherback Turtle populations, but also very important for the local communities who are truly invested in it. A programme such as this does not only create jobs, it also creates custodians of nature and wildlife, ambassadors that truly believe in the conservation and protection.” Says Lauren van Nijkerk of the WILDTRUST.

HARBOUR PROTEST

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The fishing industry was diverted from the Hout Bay Harbour to land fish in the Port of Cape Town during August when unrest broke out. Protestors were upset by law enforcement at the port that saw arrests of alleged poachers and the drowning of a fisher. Landings in the harbour resumed at the end of August.

Fishers were warned that failure to comply with the closure of the octopus fishery in Mauritian waters from 15 August to 15 October would result in a fine not exceeding Rs 50,000. A restitution workshop on the second octopus fisheries closure in Mauritius was held at the end of July.

Members of the newly reconstituted Nigerian Port Authority (NPA) Pilotage Districts Boards have recommended the urgent review of sections on pilotage in the Ports Act of 1999 and for the provision of adequate marine craft to other pilotage districts outside Lagos, and operational efficiency amidst greater efficient customer service delivery.

35 |ment in the safety culture since

“There has been a vast improve-

During dockside inspections the validity of fishing permits of local fishermen, abandoned catches that included mussels and under-sized fish were seized.

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CHASING the seafaring dream

African maritime administrations hold up the Philippines and India as benchmarks for creating a seafaring ethos amongst their citizens. They have been additionally buoyed by research over the last decade that points to a looming shortage of officers and, consequently, have sold seafaring as a panacea for growing unemployment amongst the youth.

h s ear s nternationa a o the ea arer as e erate a nu er o the ea ng ar ti e nations on the ontinent a st so e s ontent o er the a o o ortun ties that see to a tua e st or those ust e ar ng on the r areers at sea e ause a though there s a shortage o o ers there s a ass e sur us o ratings an er e a et erths to a t as a s r ng oar or aun h ng a sea ar ng areer r an a ets an ratings are n a tion o eting aga nst esta she sea ar ng nations or te o ortun ties n the ho e o e ng a e to e entua ta e a antage o su ng o ers to the nternationa er hant na t shou e note that these sea ar ng nations nee to e strateg n the r

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e orts to rote t the r o n share o the ar et ra e ress re orts h gh ght that the are ontinuous re ru ting n an e ort to a nta n the r ea ersh os tions Countr es e n a an the h nes are ghting to a nta n o etiti e a antage an are un e to a o the se es to e u stage a thrust ro r a n arti e n Maritime Executive h gh ghts that no sea arers are ntegra to the ountr s e ono an re t aroun on annua to the r ho e ountr u ng a re te g o a shortage o sea arers erta n soun s e a a e an an an oungsters ro ountr es su h as ger a hana en a an outh r a are e ng a ti e en ourage to ursue stu es th the arrot o ta ree aster ar ner earn ngs e ng ang e n ront o the as an en goa

he sa rea t ho e er s that es te un erta ng so e o the ne essar theoreti a tra n ng an o these oungsters are s ng at ho e or a ar et o o e reasons ne on has to ta e a short tour o so e o the ar ti e reate so a e a s tes to get an n ng o the rustration the ee n ee the a o a a a e a et erths has een a hot on eren e to or so e ears no n to e a r the ar ti e a n strations o those r an ountr es a ng to su the g o a sea ar ng oo are a ti e engag ng th sh o ners to so e th s ro e here s ho e er a ra ti a t to the nu er o erths that an e a e a a a e or tra n ng on an esse Cadet programmes o ern ent run a et rogra es or the a one o re ru ting an rogress ng ho e u sea arers a ong the tra n ng ath n outh r a the ationa Ca et rogra e C as ta en o er the outh r an nternationa ar ti e nstitute n ate an s urrent e ng run n on un tion th e a ro e ts outh r an ar ti e a et uthor t o o ng

VESSELS | CREWING | TRAINING “We need a national fleet. How can we train the next generation of seafarers without a national fleet? Why are we setting people up for failure?”

recent staff changes at the Institute, SAIMI spokesperson, Sam Venter, has assured us that the NCP continues to be well-managed and fully operational. “How we sustain the programme most effectively into the future forms part of the current review of SAIMI operations and organisational structure,” she said adding that the day-to-day management of cadets is undertaken by training service providers including the South African Maritime Training Academy (SAMTRA), Marine Crew Services (MCS) and Sea Safety Training Group (SSTG). The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) launched their Seafarers Development Programme (NSDP) in 2009. Since then NIMASA has sent youngsters to training institutions in the United Kingdom, the Philippines, Egypt, Romania and India to study, but seems to have failed to really capitalise on the training by finding training berths. Disgruntled youth have taken to social media to air their plights. A year ago a Nigerian online shipping magazine (www.shippingposition.com.ng) ran an article on the programme stating that “the NSDP story is not a pleasant one. There are stories of cadets being abandoned without funding and upkeep. Even those who have graduated are yet to either secure seatime, while those who have managed to secure sea time could not find a job”. Sadly not much seems to have shifted in the interim, although last year the Ship Owners Association of Nigeria (SOAN) threw the programme a lifeline through the development of a Cadetship Training Scheme in order to help address the challenges of meeting seatime training. The scheme formalises a mentorship programme which ensures that chiefs, engineers and other seniors onboard are assigned to properly monitor each cadet’s practical progress and competence development; with the ultimate goal of producing a totally equipped officer, after graduating from the cadetship scheme. NIMASA also concluded an agreement with the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Marine Transportation in Egypt as well as South Tyneside College in the UK to assist in providing seatime for their cadets. In January this year 239

cadets left for Egypt and the UK to start their onboard training. Seeking ships The reality is that if African countries are serious about their seafaring ambitions, they need access to more ships. If training berths are rare – training ships are essentially non-existent bar the one operated by South Africa. The SA Agulhas is run by SAMSA Special Projects as a dedicated training vessel, but has also faced criticism about its viability as a training option, with many calling it an interim solution to the lack of available cadet berths. Venter says that SAIMI continues to see value in the use of the SA Agulhas as a training vessel. She says it helps familiarise students with life at sea before they embark on formal workplace training on commercial vessels. “It thus contributes to minimising drop out rates,” she maintains. SAIMI is also working closely with the training service providers to attract new partner shipping companies to the NCP. “We are also working with government and regulatory authorities to address barriers to South African Seafarers finding employment at sea,” she said. The general consensus is, however, that African administrations need to strengthen their own ship registries in order to relieve the cadet berth burden. “The impact of not having a shipping fleet is a disaster for southern Africa,” said Theresa Williams, acting Head of Department at the Cape University of Technology, during a forum organised by South Africa’s National Department of Transport (NDOT) to mark International Day of the Seafarer. “We need a national fleet,” she said urging the government to set a goal and develop a realistic plan. “How can we train the next generation of seafarers without a national fleet? Why are we setting people up for failure?” she asked. The sentiment is shared by SAIMI who state; “South Africa needs to provide incentives and attractive conditions for expanding its ship registry, so that we have more local shipping companies to employ South African crew.” Responding to these calls, Dumisani Ntuli, Head of Maritime Transport at the NDOT agreed that a robust coastal shipping sector would certainly help alleviate the problems.

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n 2 July, the sale of Viking Fishing Holdings, one of the most entrepreneurial and diversified fishing companies in South Africa, was finalised. A broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) consortium led by Sea Harvest paid close to R1 billion for Viking Fishing and half of its aquaculture business, Viking Aquaculture. Claire Attwood talked to Sea Harvest CEO, Felix Ratheb, about the details of the transaction and the impact he expects it to have on the fishing and aquaculture sectors. She also asked him what’s next for Sea Harvest. Claire Attwood: Please explain the impact of the Viking Fishing deal on government’s objective of transforming the fishing industry.

Felix Ratheb: Viking Fishing was 34 percent black-owned. The purchasing consorti m consists of Sea

Harvest (80 percent black-owned); Sea na ishing ompan percen lac -owned ali ha nves men s (100 percent black-owned) and South A rican ishing mpowermen onsorti m A percen lac -owned oin l he consorti m is percen lac -owned s a significan improvemen in rans ormation or he fishing ind s r CA: Is that the reason the transaction seemed to be relatively well received by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) – based on the media release issued by Minister Senzeni Zokwana and Deputy Director General, Siphokazi Ndudane, on 9 April? FR: hin he ransaction was approved or a ew reasons he firs one which was no ed he epar men was he significan increase in he ransormation o he fishing ind s r as a res l o he ransaction he second reason was consolidation i hin i ing here were man companies o consolidating hose companies ma es he ind s r easier o manage he other reason is the fact that he ransaction incl ded he in rod ction o wo new wholl black-owned SMEs. And another reason was the re ention o o s e confirmed ha we wo ld re ain all he o s o i ing ishing and hin ha onl a rade pla er co ld reall ma e ha commi men I also think that people shouldn’t underestima e he ac ha i ing ishing s a

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owned percen o he compan and i s sale was a li idi even or hem he were a le o e rac he val e o heir inves men in i ing e ore he fishing righ s allocation process o (FRAP 2020). It’s a big windfall for the sa CA: What is the scale of the windfall? FR: he pa men o he s a is a o million A portion o ha a o million was re ained o reinves in ea arves o i ing emplo ees are still shareholders of Sea Harvest. You need o a e a in o acco n whichever wa o loo a i i s a ig wind all or he s a CA: What happened to the smaller companies that were part of, for example, the Viking Fishing Cluster in the deep-sea trawl fishery? FR: We bought Viking Fishing Holdings; we ac ired he entire compan i ing was he con rolling shareholder in mos o hose companies o e ectivel we o gh o all he i ing companies which incl ded all minorities CA: Viking Fishing has become a division of Sea Harvest and if I understand correctly, Sea Harvest is broadly retaining the Viking business model. Why is that? FR: i ing was a ver well r n siness here s no poin in messing wi h wha wor s And i ing is ver complemenar o ea arves here is ver li le overlap in erms o mar e s and prod c s ra eg o whils we re o h in fishing i s a ver di eren siness heir model is simple low cos and i wor s o or s i s ver complemen ar eca se we ve go an e pensive val eadded model rs is more e por oriena ed heirs is more a local siness Also o rs is percen ro en and a ig portion o he i ing siness is resh fish o or s when o re p ng he ma ri oge her i tic s all he o es s

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very, very complementary and there’s very limited overlap between the two businesses. Our vessels are different: ours are big value-adding vessels, theirs are smaller vessels. Our view is that the Viking management team runs a very good operation, they’re very nice people and my view is that we will work well together. We bought 51 percent of Viking Aquaculture, they’re staying in as 49 percent partners. I think the aquaculture side of the business is geared for growth and we have said to them that we will dedicate funding and put financial capital behind them. They’ve got the know-how to create one of the larger aquaculture groups in South Africa, which aligns with Operation Phakisa and what government wants to achieve in terms of creating jobs. We bring to the aquaculture business our 80 percent black ownership. Our company achieved a Level One on our scorecard. So, effectively the aquaculture business becomes a Level One business because we’re a controlling shareholder. So to be clear, Viking Aquaculture is one of the most transformed aquaculture businesses in South Africa. CA: If it’s business as usual, can the fishing industry expect to see much investment? For example, will you be looking to upgrade or renew the Viking fleet? FR: First of all, we’ve spent a fortune upgrading our own fleet in Saldanha. We bought two new freezer trawlers and converted another, investing more than R400 million in the last three years. So that’s a considerable amount of money. But to answer your question, yes, we will be investing in the fleet. The question is do you invest in more modern, new vessels? Or do you invest in what they

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have and just look after them? There’s no reason why an older vessel can’t be a good vessel, it’s a matter of how much you spend on it. So we’ll have to look at these questions before we look at doing anything different.

for being so innovative and trying to do what they’re doing in sea cages. Ocean trout is a much better product than trout that is farmed on land, in dams. But with ocean trout you’re dealing with the vagaries of the sea and there’s higher risk.

CA: Sea Harvest is a listed company and you’ve made it clear that you want to invest and grow. Is there any part of Viking Aquaculture you particularly want to invest in, or can we expect to see a general, across the board ramping up of aquaculture activity in South Africa?

CA: What sort of time period are you looking at with the ocean trout project?

FR: I think the investment in mussels and oysters has been done, the production is there, it’s now about making sure you’re balancing supply and demand. It’s finding markets. We could look at international markets. That’s the value-add that we could bring. However, the focus will definitely be on abalone expansion. We want to expand both abalone farms (Viking Aquaculture owns the Buffeljags Abalone Farm at Buffeljags on the Cape south coast, and Diamond Coast Aquaculture at Kleinsee on the west coast.) Buffeljags is nearing its limit in terms of space, but there is so much potential for Diamond Coast. There’s a lot of space for expansion and the infrastructure is there. So, with the Viking Aquaculture team, that’s what we’ll be looking at going forward.

CA: Are there any other species that you’re looking at and thinking, “Viking hasn’t tried that, maybe we should”?

CA: What about finfish? Viking Aquaculture has been experimenting with growing ocean trout in sea cages in Saldanha. Is that exciting to you? FR: It is very exciting. That’s a green fields project, but if it works it will be revolutionary. It’s in its early stages. But I really give credit to Viking Aquaculture

FR: What I’ve learned in my very short lifespan in aquaculture is that you’ve got to give it three to five years. It’s a very patient game. It’s more like farming.

FR: No. I think Viking Aquaculture is farming the species that work here. I don’t believe that low-value aquaculture species work in South Africa. Our factors of production are just not there. And then I look at other finfish, like cod. The people that have got the most amount of money and government support are the Norwegians and for the past 20 years they’ve been trying to farm cod. They’ve never managed to make it economically viable when competing with the wild fishery, whereas it’s completely the opposite with salmon. That works. So, I don’t think we need to reinvent things. CA: You’ve touched on the fact that Viking Aquaculture is a Level One contributor to B-BBEE. How important is that for your plans? FR: The black ownership is a huge value-add for Viking Aquaculture. It helps because you can apply for funding, for grants and tax concessions. It helps with investment, licensing and land. So when

Viking Fishing workers process prime quality (PQ) hake for export. The purchase of Viking Fishing affords Sea Harvest an opportunity to expand the scale and scope of its hake fishing business. Photo: Claire Attwood.

Claire Attwood is a writer and editor with a special interest in fisheries. She works with a number of fishing companies and consults to the South African Deep Sea Trawl Industry Association, SADSTIA. She writes in her personal capacity.

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Viking Fishing trawlers berthed in Cape Town harbour. Sea Harvest paid close to R1 billion for Viking Fishing Holdings and 51% of Viking Aquaculture. Photo: Claire Attwood.

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people sa o don need lac ownership in a ac l re he re wrong he evel ne certification is a h ge win CA: You’ve listed, you’ve increased your investments in Australia and now you’ve got the Viking Fishing Division. What can we expect from Sea Harvest now? FR: A er we lis ed o r firs goal was o inves in o r ee and in o r ac ories his ear we re going o spend a o million investing in o r ac ories e re investing a significan amo n o mone in aldanha ma ing s re we have world class man ac ring acilities ha is s arting in A g s and will e comple e in ecem er And hen he o rne o organic growth within Sea Harvest will have een comple ed r second goal was o ma e an ac isition o scale in o r sec or in he fishing ind s r and we ve done ha or he ne mon hs we need o ma e s re we integrate the business and ensure we contin e ge ng he profi a ili we e pec he ne phase is o ge an nderstanding of aquaculture and back the managemen eam o i ing A ac lre o grow he a ac l re siness eca se o need o inves now o see he enefi s in five ears o re righ we ve o gh a compan in Australia and we’ve listed it. We’ve go a oo prin learl we wan o grow that business. But we’re doing

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i ver ca tio sl eca se we ve seen how man companies have gone in o Australia and have failed. we find he righ ac isition a he righ price we ll loo a i we re no going o over pa and we re no going to get into things that we don’t know. e ve narrowed down o r s ra eg in Australia. When we listed we said it would be an agri-business but we’ve made i ver clear we re in he fishing space. he ne phase is o do some hing o side fishing in he agri- siness space in o h A rica i h o r ver s pportive shareholders and wi h a o ng energetic eam hin he ne move will e o side o r ind s r

remier which o gh o alhado and is investing le righ and cen re in fishing o loo a he ind s r now and wha i was in he previo s righ s allocations process mos o he whi e-owned opera ors have e i ed he ind s r i ing and ioneer ishing are gone o going in o hin polic will have o ad s o he new reali also elieve ha governmen polic is ver o riendl r presiden is sa ing inves inves inves and crea e o s ha s e ac l wha we ve done e ve tic ed all he o es o on wha asis wo ld he a e awa rom s don see he rationale now ever od ears m i e confiden

FR: e re i e confiden e are one o he mos rans ormed companies in he sec or r shareholders are spending an enormo s amo n o mone in his siness he ve inves ed close o illion as black shareholders.

we also nders and he di c lties e have o s ppor s i e he new en ran s we ve in rod ced now we have o s ppor hem and ma e s re he don ail he o her hing ha s critical is that we assist people that are in the ind s r so ha we ens re we don have paper quota holders like we had in ami ia And hen he o her hing is o ens re ha we ve go capaci here so ha i doesn go o oreigners so ha s ddenl o ve go oreigners ca ching o r ha e which happened a er

do elieve ha he fishing ind s r has changed s loo a he moves ha have happened o ve go ea arves which is reall rims one percen lac -owned investing an enormo s amo n o mone in fishing o have A rican ioneer ing o vir all all o ioneer ishing hen o ve go

also hin ha ind s r as a whole needs o s op complaining nders and he realities o he co n r and wor wi h A he fishing ind s r is ransorming investing creating o s and pa ing a es eca se i is profi a le he reali is in m opinion i s he s ar in he minis er s por olio

CA: As the biggest company in the deep-sea trawling industry, how do you feel about FRAP2020? Are you confident?

AT THE END OF THE LINE

Small Scale Fishers

RESILIENCE pays off

For decades coastal community fishers in the West Coast Rock Lobster (WCRL) sector have been lacking crucial information on prevailing foreign market prices for South Africa’s highly sought-after cold water spiny lobster, or “kreef”, as it is more commonly known in South Africa since the Dutch first arrived in the Cape.

Commission to six South African lobster exporters which, amongst others, pertains to the determination of foreign market allocation and more particularly the price to be paid by foreign importers for South African lobster produce. The Commission’s approval was reliant on certain conditional provisions effective during the period 30 June 2014 to 30 June 2019. The conditional provisions of the exemption were as follows:

By Mark Botha

“Applicants must establish a sub-

arket information received by Small Scale Fishers (SSFs) from third party sources is often whispered through wordof-mouth in communities, but is usually inaccurate as SSFs are yet to participate and compete meaningfully in their own right in upstream foreign lobster market value chains. These continue to be dominated by a small group of dominant players with incongruent interests to those of community fishers. Since SSFs inclusion in the WCRL Sector, distrust and animosity has prevailed amongst harvesters and particularly between SSFs, opportunist intermediaries, marketeers and exporters of South African lobster. This distrust could be attributed to information asymmetry that ultimately increases inefficiencies and costs associated with monitoring the behaviour of different actors within the WCRL fishery. Until recently SSFs were excluded from participating equitably in the benefits derived from participation in the industrial marketing functions and activities of the West Coast Rock Lobster Associa-

tion. This rendered SSFs voiceless in the market even though 28.8 percent of the global Total Allowable Catch for WCRL (previously 12.35 percent) now accrues to the Small Scale Fisheries Sector. Nonetheless, the acute lack in muchneeded shared market information and unbalanced power relations in the international market for the renowned southern hemisphere lobster genus: jasus, specie: lalandii could soon cease to exist. South Africa’s significant competitors in the market for the internationally prized lobster genus: jasus, are Southern Australia and New Zealand. The latter’s lobster exporters reported to have been receiving prices ranging from NZ$80 (R700) to NZ$120/kg (R1,100/ kg) during April and May 2018 for prime quality genus: jasus, specie: edwardsii. Notwithstanding this, South African jasus lalandii exporters are apparently securing prices between US$30 (R400) to US$45/ kg (R600/kg). In endeavouring to secure access to information to improve their position in the upstream value chain for WCRL – SSFs in September 2017 were alerted to the provisions of a “conditional exemption” issued by the Competition

committee or other body similar in structure and nature within the West Rock Lobster Association for the purposes of promoting and marketing of all South African harvested lobster species; Such a subcommittee must be established within a period of a year from the date of the granting of the exemption; The membership to that committee shall be open to all South African lobster harvesters and exporters, in particular SMME’s and Black-owned firms, thus to allow equal access to the exchanged information; Any information that needs to be shared relating to marketing and exporting of South Coast and West Coast Rock Lobster between and amongst the exporters of lobster will be shared within the auspices of the committee and/or in the presence as well as with the knowledge of all the members to the committee and no direct contact between the Applicants concerning sharing of information with regard to lobster exports will be allowed;

Any discussions or information South Africa’s significant competitors in the market for the internationally prized lobster genus: jasus, are Southern Australia and New Zealand. The latter’s lobster exporters reported to have been receiving prices ranging from NZ$80 (R700) to NZ$120/kg (R1,100/kg) during April and May 2018 for prime quality genus: jasus, specie: edwardsii. Notwithstanding this, South African jasus lalandii exporters are apparently securing prices between US$30 (R400) to US$45/kg (R600/kg).

Mark Botha is a lecturer at the University of the Western Cape and a PhD Candidate at University of Cape Town. His PhD research focuses on the Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF) sector with special emphasis on collective ownership and SSF value chain.

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Effective application of social and restorative justice principles have been upheld by the Competition Commission. In the context of the improved allocation of global WCRL TAC to SSFs from 12.35 percent to 28.1 percent, together with active participation and information symmetry now available to SSFs, the outcome of this intervention is seen as a remarkable achievement.

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exchange that takes place amongst the members of the committee for the purposes of complying with the exemption granted will be limited to activities relating to marketing and export of lobster.” Furthermore, the Commission’s conditional exemption provides for lobster exporters to share and exchange information that pertains to:

global market conditions for the sale of lobster;

prevailing prices of lobster, produc

tion plans; volumes of lobster imports in the markets they export into; joint marketing trips; catch statistics internationally and market developments.

The Commission’s exemption was elevated to the leadership of the South African Small Scale Fisheries Collective (the Collective), a national umbrella body representing the interest of SSFs. SASSFC then consulted among its members and agreed to secure the services of fisheries analyst and consultant, Gary Simpson, to embark on a process to secure unfettered access to shared information exchange symmetry from the WCRLA Sub Committee: Exports as provided

for in the Commission’s approval of the conditional exemption with effect from 30 June 2014. Laying a complaint An official Complaint was then lodged by the Collective with the Commission on 12 October 2017 for investigation alleging certain unlawful violations of the stipulated provisions of the conditional exemption by the WCRLA, its Subcommittee: Exports and/or the six exporters. Subsequent to extensive investigation the Commission found that a number of conditions of the exemption had not been met. They had not invited members of the Collective to participate in the meetings of the subcommittee and not complied with the directive to include members of the Collective on the subcommittee. As such they were unable to benefit from access to market information exchanges. The Commission’s verdict highlighted that the non-compliance was unlawful and had an oppressive effect on the revenue of the small-scale fishers as well as SMMEs in the West Coast Rock Lobster sector. In concluding their investigation the Commission, on 29 June 2018, instructed the Respondents to comply with the exemption conditions that requires them

to open up the subcommittee to all lobster harvesters and exporters. They were also given 20 days to grant subcommittee membership to individual members of the Collective who have fishing rights and/or operate on Interim Relief measures granted by DAFF. In addition, access to market price information and all other information exchanged through the West Coast Rock Lobster subcommittee had to be made available within the same time period. Effective application of social and restorative justice principles have been upheld by the Competition Commission. In the context of the improved allocation of global WCRL TAC to SSFs from 12.35 percent to 28.1 percent, together with active participation and information symmetry now available to SSFs, the outcome of this intervention is seen as a remarkable achievement. The process that community fishers embarked on vis-à-vis the Competition Commission reveals that, when SSFs are resilient for social and restorative justice through collective efforts, significant economic welfare gains can be realised.

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Port Louis Harbour on the threshold of a bright new era

ABOVE: Ramalingum Maistry, Chairman of the Mauritius Ports Authority.

“The growing interest by shipping lines to increase transshipment traffic at Port Louis may result in a capacity shortfall at the Mauritius Container Terminal by 2020, We are therefore determined to build additional container handling capacity to meet the increasing demands of the global shipping lines and cater for the anticipated increase in container volume.”

trategically situated on the world major shipping routes, Port Louis Harbour, the country’s only commercial port, is due to u er o a si i a t tra s oratio i t e s ort a e iu ter Port Louis Harbour has emerged during the past 50 years as a modern port with a i e ree o e a i atio a sop isti atio Today the port stands at the threshold o et a ot er e iti apter i its o our u a vi ra t istor a p a s are we i a to tra s or ort ouis i to a ariti e u or t e re io t is set to e o e a a et or orei i vest e t as we as a tra ss ip e t p a or or t e e tire ia ea Port Louis has the capacity to sustain ar o vo u es ro a ai i e a ourt e eratio o tai ers ips e e t t e s i io a ost i io pro e t saw t e e te sio o t e ua etres e pa sio o t e o tai er sta i area e tares as we as t e stre t e i o t e e isti etres ua This increased the throughput capacity o t e ter i a ro s to a out i io s a itio t e avi atio a e was re e to metres thus making Port Louis Harbour o e o t e eepest ports i su a ara ri a “The growing interest by shipping lines to i rease tra ss ip e t tra at ort ouis a resu t i a apa it s or a at t e Mauritius o tai er er i a e are t ere ore eter i e to ui a itio a o tai er a i capacity to meet the increasing demands o t e o a s ippi i es a ater or t e a ti ipate i rease i o tai er vo u e a ow e es a a i u Maistr air a o t e Mauritius orts ut orit t is re ar t e Mauritius orts ut orit M is urre t u erta i a easi i it stu o t e p a e eve op e t o a s a er i a t at wi e o p ete pri e sa er i a is a testi o to t eM s o it e t to tra s or ort ouis i to a vi ra t port e tri o isti s cluster and the recent upgrades at the Mauritius o tai er er i a M t at were o p ete ust over a ear a o ave reat i prove vesse a o tai er a i apa it o r s Maistr Centrepiece o stru tio o a is a ter i a wi e t e e trepie e o ort ouis s i or re io a o tai er status au e t eM t is o eve op e t pro e t which includes dredging and land reclaatio wor s as we as t e o stru tio o a rea water wi a o o ate

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three dedicated container berths and t e pur ase o a itio a o tai er a i e uip e t is o stru tio programme comes with the reassuring sta p o approva o t e over e t it t is a i it ort ouis wi e a premier regional hub port with a o i e apa it o so e i io to et er wit Mauritius o tai er er i a M or i to o tai er tra ore asts t is a or port i rastructure upgrade will ensure the via i it o t e port we e o t is a ti ipate t at t e o stru tio o the two-kilometre long breakwater will positive i pa t o port operatio s t at are urre t a e te ar e swe s a itio t e o stru tio w i wi reate a tra ui asi wit i t e ar our wi si i a t re u e t e port s vu era i it to i ate a e it a p a e ra o etres re i wi e sure t at t e avi atio a e is a essi e to t e atest e eratio o o tai er vesse s w i e t e o stru tio o t ree o tai er ert s wi provi e a tota ua e t o wit t e a i it to a o o ate etre vesse s The new container berths will also see t e o stru tio o ua wa s a itio a ui i s a a i ar uti it servi es a re a atio wi provi e a a itio a a area o e tares t at a e use or t e o tai er ter i a as we as ot er i e ti e pro e ts e M wi e i e to t e s a er i a a ri e o a out etres Thanks to this mega project, productivit eve s wi e e a e a wi e o p e e te ew a e ie t ar ware ort e trai i o t e ar o

p o ees wi e ive t orou i a aspe ts o t e operatio ew ter i a a state o t e art a i e uip e t e resu ti

o i atio o ar ware a so ware is e pe te to ive M t e e essar i petus to rive Mauritius as t e pre erre ariti e atewa Promoting public-private partnerships e ost o t e s a er i a pro e t is esti ate at i io out o w i t e asi i rastru ture i u i breakwater, dredging and land reclaatio wor s wi ost arou i io e p a e i p e e tatio o t e project will be undertaken either as a or s e e Maistr e p ai s t at wit t is o e o pro ure e t t e su ess u i er wi ave a o i atio to ri i ore ar o vo u es to sustai t e via i it o t e pro e t t is t ere ore a i perative or a or s ippi i es to parti ipate i t e propose o sortiu t at wi u i p e e t a operate t e s a er i a it a p a e o p etio ate o M proposes to i vite proposa s e ore t e e o Additional plans e a ove a e es ave put e tra demands on the MPA, which must i vest i a wi e variet o a i ities eve though these may not be commercially via e i or er to ater or t e iverse ra e o port a tivities to satis t e ee s o t e port ie ts ver a a ove t e p a s to o so i ate ort ouis positio as a o tai er tra sshipment hub, the MPA is also consideri e a i ot er a i ities i u i t ose or ruise s ips a s i vesse s it ruise i er a s a ti ipate to i rease to a s a passe er tra ore ast to rea per a u 2021, the MPA is also enhancing the ruise re eptio a i ities at es a i es

Mauritius port review t rou t e o stru tio o a i o i passe er ter i a ui i wit a oor area o so e e ter i a is esi e to a o o ate a pea o passe ers e o stru tio o t e ruise er i a ui i wi start ove er a is e pe te to e o p ete t e i t is a so p a e to use t is state o t e art a i it to a e a i ter isa tra The MPA intends to make the building a o a poi t to pro ote ruise o eporti a tivities at ort ouis esi es osta ro iere two ew i es a e i a ruises a re se i es ave begun using Port Louis as their homeport i t is part o t e wor is uo a is e pe te to o ti ue as the MPA is working closely with t e Mi istr o ouris t e Mauritius ouris ro otio ut orit t e orts sso iatio o ia ea s a s a t e sso iatio es a i e to positio Mauritius ot o as a wor ass ruise esti atio ut a so as a ea i ruise atewa or t e ia ea re io The Terminal Building will be located on a site o a e re ai i area wi e eve ope or asso iate water ro t pro e ts wit t e ea or as its o i a t eature e o stru tio o a wor ass uariu w i as a rea started in the neighbouring site, will be completed by mid-2020 and is set to be t e e tre o a ra tio o t e waterro t uture p a s are a so i t e pipe i e or

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t e eve op e t o s i a tivities i t e port to i prove s operatio s as we as ratio a ise t e ert i o i e s i vesse s uri t e o seaso o a ieve t is t e M proposes to o stru t a a itio a rea water as we as t e e essar i rastru ture to reate a e i ate s i port at ort i ia e ai o e tive o t is pro e t is to provi e appropriate s a i ua s together with a sheltered basin at ort i ia to e sure a sa e oori

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African port development

PORT DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA Africa’s only port on the top 50 international ports list

OCEANIA 2%

AFRICA 4%

DEV. AMERICA 6%

N. AMERICA 8%

EUROPE 16%

ASIA 64%

PORT SAID

WORLD CONTAINER PORT VOLUMES BY REGION

World container port throughput stood at 752 2 million TEU in 2017 Global container port volumes up by 6 percent in 2017, following two years of weak performance.

PORT CORRUPTION Eliminating corruption in ports, especially in developing countries, is instrumental for promoting development, trade and a more inclusive global economy.

67% 67 percent of the port and terminal operators interviewed by PwC in Southern Africa strongly agree that they would like to expand their port facilities.

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For landlord port authorities, which don’t provide operational services but grant concessions to operators, heightened risk factors include poorly constructed contracts with concessionaires or other port community stakeholders. A lack of emergency response protocols or clarity of interface with other port service providers also lead to greater risk. SOURCE: TT Club

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AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA | African countries should build and bolster the infrastructure linkages among them, especially in the least developed, landlocked and small island economies, to facilitate the smooth flow of goods across Africa, to boost intra-African trade and make it more inclusive. (UNCTAD)

The best performing Sub-Saharan ports’ efficiency in terms of TEU per ship working hour is only about 60 percent of best practice international standards.

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60%

SOURCE: pwc | Strengthening Africa’s gateways to trade

As an example, Maritime Anti-Corruption Network’s root cause analysis of the Nigerian port sector showed that it typically takes over 140 signatures to get a vessel and cargo cleared by the local authorities, with port officials having wide discretionarypowers over the speed of this process. These challenges lead to an unpredictable operating environment for the private sector,with costly business disruptions and delays.

West African ports have the most spare capacity, followed by Southern Africa, with East African ports volumes exceeding their design capacity

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PwC estimates that US$2.2 billion per annum could be saved in logistics costs if the average throughput at the major ports in SubSaharan Africa doubled.

US$ 2.2b

SOURCE: UNCTAD

90% Almost 90 percent of Sub-Saharan Africa’s external investment in the decade leading up to 2010 was in concession agreements for existing port terminals rather than new infrastructure.

“CHINA has the greatest incentive to invest in improving African port competitiveness. China is SSA’s biggest trading partner in both imports and exports. High port logistics costs, poor reliability and low economies of scale in trade volumes have a direct negative impact on both Chinese and African trade growth. PwC estimates that China contributes only 15% of the total external ports investment budget, whereas it holds 20% of the volume of trade with SSA. In value terms, for every US$1 invested by China, China benefits US$13 in trade. SOURCE: pwc | Strengthening Africa’s gateways to trade

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African port development

1: SEYCHELLES Port Victoria Extension and Rehabilitation Project At a cost of Euro 34 million, the project is one of the largest and most expensive national infrastructural projects to be undertaken by the country. The Seychelles Ports Authority (SPA) is the entity mandated to the execution of this project which will be implemented over the next three years.

2: MAURITANIA Nouadhibou dredging project The European Investment Bank (EIB – the EU bank) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have concluded finance contracts of USD 59m and USD 50m respectively over 12 years with Société nationale industrielle et minière (SNIM), to dredge SNIM’s mineral port in order to expand the capacity of its port facilities in Nouadhibou, the economic capital of Mauritania located on its north-western Atlantic coast.

3: TANZANIA Tanga port expansion A geological survey of sea sand and soil has started after the Tanzanian Port Authority signed a four-month contract with the Tanzanian based BICO Engineering to conduct the survey on the expansion of the port. After the initial work of surveying is completed, the second phase, which will involve deepening of the dock from the current 3.5 to 5 m to 11 m will start as soon as possible to ensure that the port can accommodate bigger vessels by 2020. Bagamoyo Port development The Bagamoyo Port, when complete, will be able to handle mega after the first phase is completed, with room

for expansion. Although the whole project, including roads, railways and the economic zone, is expected to take 10 years to complete, the first phase of the port aims to be the region’s biggest port, with capacity to handle 20 million containers a year. The Chinese-backed project is expected to cost US$10 billion.

4: COTE D’IVOIRE Grain Terminal The government has signed a loan agreement with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency for the construction of a new grain terminal in Abidjan Port. The Managing Director of the Abidjan Port Authority will visit Japan to learn more about the country’s expertise in the port sector. Discussions are ongoing with regard to the technical aspects of the project. The plan is to build three berths at the Port of Abidjan that will be able to cater for bulk carriers, as well as develop five hectares of land in order to build warehouses, thereby increasing storage capacities in bonded areas for operators. Ore Wharf The Côte d’Ivoire Ministry of Transport, together with the PAA, plans to build and operate an ore wharf at the Abidjan port in order to increase the port’s operational capacities, cater for bulk carriers and improve export and import conditions of mining products. The project includes the construction of three new berths, backfilling nine hectares of the land area around the port, the development of indoor storage areas and the installation of conveyor belts for the delivery of products to the storage areas. San Pedro Port Container Terminal Plans aim to relocate and expand the

container terminal at the port. The project includes the construction of a 700-metre quay (18 metres deep), access roads, the development of quayside land covering a surface area of 28 hectares and with a capacity of one million TEU/year; dredging of the basin, and the supply and installation of transshipment equipment.

7: MAURITIUS

San Pedro Multi-Purpose terminal The terminal will be used for the movement of conventional goods, roll-on/ roll- off (ro-ro) traffic, palm oil exports and cereal imports. The terminal will be developed on a surface area of five hectares and will also include two warehouses.

5: KENYA Lamu Port Development The port project, with 32 Deep Sea Berths is estimated to cost US$ 5 Billion. The cost for the Short-term Plan, including the First Three Berths in the Urgent Plan of Lamu Port, is estimated to be US$ 689 million, taking account of dredging and reclamation; construction of berths and yards; construction of revetment, causeway and road; construction of buildings and utilities; procurement of equipment and tug boats; and others. The first berth is due for completion by the end of this year. New ports Reports indicate that Kenya Ports Authority is seeking to identify locations for 11 new ports.

6: NIGERIA Ibom Deep Sea Port The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Akwa Ibom State Government reached a critical milestone in the implementation of the Ibom Deep Seaport (IDSP) project at the beginning of the

NEW DRIVERS FOR AFRICAN PORTS TRACKING AND DIGITAL PLATFORMS | Logistics service providers and customers are increasingly using radio-frequency ID tags and tracking devices to accurately determine vehicle and consignment locations. This allows operators to track real-time progress along the supply chain, often through the use of mobile phones. THE PAPERLESS PORT | Through increasing utilisation of digital technology and a shift by customs & excise authorities to use the internet as the means of processing shipments, there has been a significant decrease in the use of paper at ports. IMPROVED INLAND TERMINALS | These help consolidate freight flows and act as important hubs from where corridors may diverge. They are often located close to border points and also often offer bonded warehouse facilities. HUB PORTS | They demonstrate a shift towards greater maritime freight consolidation and are driven by the global trade in containers, which continues to grow and is reducing the size of the break-bulk and in some instances even the bulk market.

year. The Ibom Deep Seaport offers an ultra-modern deep seaport with modern cargo handling equipment, facilities and systems that can address the capacity challenges constraining other seaports across the region. The greenfield site has substantial land available for future expansion.

Island Terminal Construction of an island terminal will be the centrepiece of Port Louis’s bid for regional container status. Launched by the Mauritius Port Authority, this development project, which includes dredging and land reclamation works as well as the construction of a breakwater, will accommodate three dedicated container berths and the purchase of additional container handling equipment. (see story on page 16.)

8: MADAGASCAR PPP for port development With African Development Bank funding, Madagascar plans to undertake a feasibility study for a PPP port development project.

9: ANGOLA On again off again Port of Dande Following the cancellation of the contract that was awarded to Atlantic Ventures last year due to its close ties to the, Isabel do Santos, daughter of the previous president, reports indicate that the government is planning to re-issue the tender. The development project was initially awarded in August last year, but was cancelled in July this year.

CONTAINER MOVES Best performing African ports in terms of TEUs per ship working hour

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Conakry |||||||||| Abidjan ||||||||||| Tema ||||||||||||||| Cotonou ||||||||||| Lagos-Apapa |||||||||||| Liberville |||||||||| Pointe-Noire |||||||||

IMPROVED BACK-OF-PORT LOGISTICS FACILITIES | The area behind the port has become increasingly sophisticated and specialised in recent years. Holding facilities for specialised commodities, such as edible oils, foodstuffs, etc. are now common in areas close to the port. Consolidation areas, warehouses and commercial or retail distribution areas are also now commonly located in these areas. SOURCE: PwC | Strengthening Africa’s gateways to trade

Cape Town |||||||||||||||||| Ngqura ||||||||||||||||| Durban ||||||||||||||||||||||||| Mombasa |||||||||||||||| SOURCE: PwC | Strengthening Africa’s gateways to trade

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African port development

TPT aims for top five position

Nigeria to assess port concessions

SOUTH AFRICA: With ambitions to become one of the top five terminal operators in the world, Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) engaged with industry and clients in Cape Town during July to report back on progress being made within the port. Addressing delegates at a TPT stakeholder engagement, Chief Executive, Nozipho Sithole, declared their intention to be placed amongst the top five terminal operators within in five years. Admitting that there was still a lot of work to be done, she made a commitment to invest in equipment and technology as well as address skills levels in order to achieve efficiencies across the ports. Despite being a top operator in Africa, TPT will have to benchmark against best international practice to achieve the ambitious goal set out for them by their CE.

Following a request for assistance from the World Bank, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has contracted Maritime Transport and Business Solutions of the Netherlands to help them develop a framework to asses port concessions. The NPA will use the results of the assessment to decide whether to extend the period for the current operator or retender the concessions in order to appoint a new operator. The main objectives of the assignment include:

The joint development by NPA and the port users of a methodology for assessing current and future terminal concessions in Nigeria;

The review of selected terminal concessions with the support of MTBS to ensure the transfer of know-how to the NPA and the port users; and,

The establishment of a feedback mechanism on terminal performances to enable port users to fully participate in the assessment of the terminal performance.

Agreements for efficiency

Container handling record

Mapping regional ports

Concession extension

Celebrating excellence

NAMIBIA: According to information on the Namibian Ports Authority (NAMPORT) website, the authority is considering signing an agreement with the Ports Authority of Jamaica to increase efficiency. The Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness, toured Namibian ports last week and held a meeting with Namport CEO, Bisey Uirab.

KENYA: A regular caller to the Port of Mombasa, Mv. Evergreen Dynamic, has set a new record performance in the container handling operations. The container ship set a new Shift Record of 1,428 gross moves during the second shift on recently. The record beats the previous record of 1,204 gross moves registered by MV Livorno.

EAST AFRICA: A study to map the East African Ports in order to understand the opportunities to develop a multi-modally integrated regional transport network to support intra-regional trade is due to be undertaken by Maritime Transport and Business Solutions. The regional ports included in the scope are Mombasa, Lamu, Dar Es Salaam, Mtwara, Bujumbura, Kisumu, Rubavu, Rusizi, Juba, Kigoma, Mwanza, Mbamba Bay, Port Bell and Bukasa.

MOZAMBIQUE: The Mozambican government has decided to extend for 15 years the concession of the port of Beira to Cornelder de Moçambique, starting from 2023 when the current 19-year concession period is due to end. Cornelder de Moçambique is a partnership between state-owned port and railway manager Portos e Caminhos-de-Ferro de Moçambique (CFM) and Cornelder Holland, which operates container and general cargo terminals in the port of Beira, capital of Sofala province, since October 1998.

EAST AFRICA: Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) in collaboration with other stakeholders recently launched the East Africa Maritime Awards (EAMA), which aims to promote excellence in service delivery; appreciate exceptional contribution to the industry and economy; encourage innovation and improve industry performance. EAMA is envisioned to be an annual event with the inaugural awards gala night scheduled for Friday, 26th October 2018.

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Providing a snapshot of Cape ports

peaking at a customer forum in Cape Town at the end of August, Transnet National Ports Authority’s Chief Operating Officer, Nozipho Mdawe, addressed some of the concerns and challenges as well as opportunities facing port users in the Western Cape’s ports. “Our vision is to transform all of our ports into people’s ports, where our clients and their businesses have access and are able to participate in port activities,” she told stakeholders before providing a snapshot of developments and successes in the Cape Ports. With further maintenance dredging due to take place in March next year, Mdawe hopes that this will help improve some of the productivity issues the port currently faces. Pilot problems High swells have impacted on the Authority’s ability to transfer pilots to incoming vessels and solutions are currently being sought. “To counter weather related disruptions, we are exploring options with regard to introducing a helicopter service to assist with operations during major swells and increase the availability of service during stormy conditions,” she said confirming that a feasibility study was currently being undertaken in this regard. Some of the considerations include whether the service would be shared amongst all the Western Cape ports or just used in Cape Town. In addition, two options are being explored; to either station an existing TNPA helicopter in the port or to partner with a private helicopter company. In addition to this TNPA is reviewing its own marine fleet in Cape Town and aims to replace two of its workboats by 2019/20. “A request has also been made to bring forward the replacement of two tugs and two launches to 2019/20 instead of 2020/21 in order to meet industry needs,” she confirmed. Opportunities for ship repair Mdawe further confirmed the TNPA’s renewed focus to revive ship repair within the South African port system. “TNPA has identified ship building and ship repair as a strategic competence for the Ports of Cape Town and Saldanha,” she said adding that the recent appointment of a Ship Repair Executive Manager aims to help create an enabling environment for the industry as well as sustain the sector for long term growth. “We are making steady progress on projects and plans are to modernise the ship repair facilities to ensure they are internationally competitive in order to attract more business to South Africa.” Mdawe noted that the ship repair facilities in the Port of Cape Town are currently receiving urgent attention. R950 million has been allocated towards modernising the four ship repair facilities

in the port. She also told stakeholders to expect a Section 56 process for ship repair opportunities in the Port of Saldanha. According to her, the TNPA will call for private sector participation on Greenfields Projects including a new ship repair facility that could include a floating dock at the Mossgas quay in Saldanha. The aim is to attract rig repair back to the port. Green recycling TNPA’s future focus also includes investigating the opportunities that exist for South Africa to enter the ship recycling sector. “This project will put the Port of Cape Town, the Port of Saldanha and the South African Port system as a whole on the global map as an environmentally conscious port system where ships are built, launched, serviced, supplied with all operational needs and ultimately recycled in an environmentally safe way,” she said. Oil and gas sector Having issued a number of port concessions for various projects to establish new oil and gas facilities in South African ports, TNPA continues to view the sector as an opportunity to stimulate economic growth. “While there has been a slowdown in the development of specific infrastructure to support the oil and gas sector mainly due to the global economy, there remains an opportunity for South Africa to leverage its infrastructure, location, expertise and existing downstream industry to service the oil and gas industry,” she told Cape Town stakeholders. Recent successes in this sector within the port system include the establishment of the Burgan Cape Liquid Fuels storage facility; the Sunrise Energy LPG import facility in Saldanha as well as the announcement of the award of the Offshore Supply Base (OSSB) tender to Saldehco Pty Ltd. “This (OSSB) dedicated and customised facility supporting offshore oil and gas activities will provide critical need based services such as marine bunkers, lubricants as well as fresh water for vessels calling at the port,” she said. Transformation At the helm of massive infrastructure projects, the TNPA recognises its obligation to further the government’s radical transformation agenda. “We do this through a supplier development aspect to every tender awarded by Transnet as well as through our leasing policy which is used to promote access to new entrants, preferably historically disadvantaged individuals,” she said concluding that the Authority’s aim is to “promote economic growth, job creation, transformation and sustainable benefits for port communities”.

TOP: The Port of Cape Town experiences notoriously bad weather during it winter stormy months and contends with the windy season at the end of the year.

MIDDLE: Transnet National Ports Authority is seeking to replace its marine harbour craft ahead of initial schedules to improve efficiencies in the port.

BOTTOM: A number of successful oil and gas sector projects have kicked off in South African ports and the Authority will seek to expand related opportunities.

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MARITIME SECURITY

Security at sea

“It is ironic that the strike craft are still going. We need to learn lessons from this. The frigates are complex vessels and have always been a challenge to support, yet the strike craft are robust and easier to maintain."

frigates are complex vessels and have always been a challenge to support, yet the strike craft are robust and easier to maintain,” he explained.

Challenged to protect and promote marine assets

et against the Defence Budget vote in May 2018 and notwithstanding the Navy’s recent rubber stamping of the decision to build three inshore patrol vessels as well as a hydrographic vessel, Chief of the South African Navy, Rear Admiral Mosuwa Samuel Hlongwane provided a sober picture of the state of the country’s navy at the inaugural Maritime Security Conference held in Cape Town at the end of May. “Our (the SA Navy) very existence is threatened,” he told delegates within a minute of taking the podium after the Minister’s speech which acknowledged the budgetary constraints that her department is facing. Hlongwane, who has been heading the navy since 2014, noted warning signs that extreme terrorism could migrate south. “We need to maintain a credible military force,” he said commenting on the flare up of maritime incidents in the Gulf of Guinea. The need to maintain a military force is set against other competing national budgetary requirements that has seen the defence budget decrease over the last few years. “There is not enough money for everything and South Africa is on a path of reduced expenditure in defence. The Defence Department is unlikely to see a huge injection of cash and the South African Navy is in damage control mode that needs to be properly managed,” he told the conference.

In May, Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, requested parliament to approve a R47,9 billion budget. She, however, set this against a background that described massive shortfalls and reductions that, she said, essentially translate to R18 billion decrease over the Medium Term Economic Framework (MTEF) for the department. “The persistent and continued dramatic downward trend in real-terms of the funding allocation to defence has reached a point where the DOD runs the risk of losing more of its essential capabilities, in addition to those already lost,” she told parliament. Managing assets Hlongwane understands the impact of the loss of capabilities and provided an enlightening comparison between the acquisition of the strike craft in 1977 and the more recent acquisition of the frigates as well as submarines in 1999. Noting the longevity of the strike craft and the Navy’s ability to keep them at sea, the Chief of the Navy said that there were clear lessons to be learned. In the current era of shrinking budgets, he questioned whether overly sophisticated platforms put the Navy and industry under strain. Without adequate logistical support highly technological suites cannot be maintained. “It is ironic that the strike craft are still going. We need to learn lessons from this. The

“There is not enough money for everything and South Africa is on a path of reduced expenditure in defence. The Defence Department is unlikely to see a huge injection of cash and the South African Navy is in damage control mode that needs to be properly managed."

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New acquisitions Given the go-ahead to acquire additional vessels in the form of three inshore patrols as well as a highly sophisticated hydrographic vessel, Hlongwane’s comparison should be duly noted. Discussion around the local building of these vessels did, however, provide some respite from the sombreness of the Rear Admiral’s message. Welcoming delegates to the conference, Lulu Mzili Group Executive: Business Enablement at Armscor noted the importance of unlocking Africa’s defence potential in order for the continent’s economies to strive. Indeed the recent awarding of Project Hotel and Project Biro to local shipbuilders appears to meet a number of governmental goals to unlock the sector, create jobs and grow the South African marine manufacturing industry’s significance. As a designated sector, government departments are expected to award tenders to local yards who are tasked with ensuring a 60 percent local content in the build process. “Thousands of jobs are expected to be created from contracts for the inshore vessels and others. We must equip the navy to make sure that their activities are sustained on our waters,” Mzili said who was notably more positive. “We are realigning for the dawn of a militarised country,” she said encouraging delegates to maintain an open mind and reclaim the country’s status as a maritime nation. Minister Mapisa-Nqakula described the new acquisitions as the “next phase in beefing up maritime security”. She also had a personal message for the shipyards; “I would urge you to work together with all the roleplayers in the supply chain to ensure that as much as possible is done locally. That there is also significant and sustainable technology transfer and that we create internships that create a pool of skilled individuals that can service the broader maritime community in pursuit of the objectives of Operation Phakisa.” Hlongwane underlined the need to seek projects such as these that meet the government’s need to stimulate the economy and create jobs while simultaneously supporting a maritime defence strategy within the reality of a declining defence budget.

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Military veterans to help curb abalone poaching

ddressing the scale of abalone poaching in the country at the beginning of August, South African Minister of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries, Senzeni Zokwana, announced that the department would mobilise the services of the Military Veterans to reinforce their capacity to fight poaching of marine resources. “This is in line with our long held view that the department alone will not succeed in fighting poaching and therefore a need for all strategic structures of our society to be mobilised towards assisting in curbing the challenge of poaching. “We are also engaging the Department of Military Veterans in order to ensure that Military Veterans are not only utilised in the Western Cape but also in Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Northern Cape,” he said. The Minister also addressed the involvement of DAFF officials who were caught colluding to smuggle abalone out of the department’s stores. “Recently our own Officials have been arrested for these acts of stealing abalone working with these syndicates. Poaching is part of Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing which is a Global Challenge. We are dealing with syndicates with deep pockets who bribe their way through,” he said indicating that syndicates had

infiltrated the system. “As part of mitigation, I am looking at measures such as appointing a service provider that will distribute the confiscated abalone to our fishing communities and cooperatives than keeping them to our government stores,” he added. Zokwana also announced that his department would be engaging with the Minister of Environmental Affairs to learn from their experiences in dealing with rhino poaching and added that the possibility of relaunching the Environmental Courts was being considered. “Fisheries

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I am looking at measures such as appointing a service provider that will distribute the confiscated abalone to our fishing communities and cooperatives than keeping them to our government stores." cases can be dealt with specialisation and with prioritisation they deserve because currently they compete with other cases like murder, rape, assault GBH, which are generally viewed to be more serious than fisheries cases,” he said.

SA Navy vessels return from Mozambique duty

wo SA Navy vessels, SAS Protea and SAS Galeshewe, returned to Naval Base Durban towards the beginning of August having completed a patrol of the Northern Mozambican Channel as part of Operation Copper. Operation Copper came into being on 21 January 2011 to support the Mozambican Defence Force in countering piracy in the Mozambican Channel. Since then the mandate of the SA Navy has increased to include measures aimed against drug-, arms- and human trafficking, as well as illegal fishing. Both ships had members of the Mozambican Defence Force onboard for the duration of the patrols in order to conduct these measures. A unique feature of the deployment was that the two ships operated completely independent from foreign support and did not enter any harbour during the three week deployment. The ships used Pemba bay as a base from which to conduct their patrols. Once the patrols were completed the two ships laid at anchor in Pemba bay. SAS Protea served as the operational support vessel for SAS Galeshewe. She supplied fuel, stores and fresh water. The two ships also successfully completed several Replenishment-at-Sea (RAS) Operations during the Operation. Whilst on patrol, SAS Galeshewe stayed close to the coastline, and SAS Protea sailed further out. This allowed the two ships to cover more area than a single vessel could on its own. The ship’s companies of both vessels also made the best of the time at sea to complete numerous training tasks. Despite the fact that no arrests were made, this operation does send a warning to any criminal element that the SA Navy is ready to protect its territorial waters, as well as those of its neighbours.

PORT DRILLS

ADDRESSING PIRACY

STOWAWAY ARRESTED

SIGNING JEDDAH

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SMUGGLERS STOPPED

ANGOLA: In June, the Port of Luanda carried out the simulation of the detention of an unidentified individual who had invaded the terminal's general workshops. According to Alberto Campos, head of Security and Protection of Port Facilities in the Port of Luanda, the simulation results from the need to standardise safety procedures between the port administration and the concessionaires. A further five drills including three on security in the port area will be held during the course of the year.

NIGERIA: IMO’s mandate on piracy and armed robbery against ships broader maritime security measures was presented at the International Maritime Seminar for Judges held in Abuja, Nigeria last week. Over 300 participants from across Nigeria’s maritime industry and stakeholders attended the conference, which was designed to update their knowledge on contemporary issues and developments in International Maritime Law. Guests from Ghana, Sierra Leone and the Gambia also attended the event, which was opened by the Hon. Justice Walter N. Onnoghen, GCON, FNJI, Chief Justice of Nigeria. The conference was organized by the Nigerian Shipper’s Council (NSC), under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Transportation, in collaboration with the National Judicial Institute.

GHANA: Tema Port Security arrested a 28-year-old Ghanaian who was attempting to stowaway on a Cameroonian vessel that he thought would take him to the United States of America. The man was seen loitering around the port and again later caught climbing into the vessel where he was apprehended. The successful arrest is attributed to tightened security within the port to reduce such incidents. ““We are warning those who intend to stowaway that, Tema port is a no go area for stowaways. We are warning because no matter what you do, we will get you,” said Lieutenant Connell Joseph Punamane.

MAURITIUS: In July, Mauritius became the 15th signatory to the Jeddah Amendment to the Djibouti Code of Conduct – the instrument developed and adopted by countries in the Western Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden that has been a key factor in repressing piracy and armed robbery against ships operating in that region. The Amendment significantly broadens the scope of the Djibouti Code when it was adopted at a high-level meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia in January 2017. It covers measures for suppressing a range of illicit activities, including piracy, arms trafficking, trafficking in narcotics, illegal trade in wildlife, illegal oil bunkering, crude oil theft, human trafficking, human smuggling, and illegal dumping of toxic waste. Other signatories include Comoros, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Jordan, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Somalia, United Arab Emirates, United Republic of Tanzania and Yemen.

GHANA: The Ghana Maritime Authority has called for a national document to guide maritime security activities in the country. The idea was tabled at the joint Maritime Security committee engagement during July that aimed to solicit comments from various maritime agencies. Although the GMA is mandated by law to regulate the maritime industry, the Authority has asked for a stakeholder inclusion to ensure uniformity of purpose, agenda, and implementation. The National Maritime Security committee is made up of security experts from the Ghana Maritime Authority, National Security/Security Governance Initiative, Ghana Navy, Customs, Marine Police, together with external support from the United States Security Governance Initiative focal Directors for Africa.

CÔTE D'IVOIRE: While on patrol during May, the nautical squad of the Port Security Group of Gendarmerie intercepted a boat carrying smuggled goods. Smuggled cargo included over 2,000 boxes of liqueurs, musical instruments, cooking utensils and fishing nets. The boat had six people on board and was coming from Ghana on route to Liberia.

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India continues to support defence capacity of Mauritius The Mauritian National Coast Guard vessel, the CGS Guardian arrived back in the country in June after the completion of a six-month refit by the Indian Navy to extend the service life of the ship.

he detailed Service Life Extension Refit (SLER), was undertaken on a gratis basis at a total cost of Rs 140 million. The CGS Guardian has returned to duty to carry out Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance, ensure maritime security, detect illegal fishing and rescue human life. The Mauritian Coast Guard has an existing relationship with Indian shipyards having acquired a number of vessels including the CGS Guardian, CGS Barracuda, 10 Fast Interceptor Boats, CGS Victory and CGS Valiant from the country. Refurbishment of CGS Guardian The refurbishment, which began in December 2017, was undertaken at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. The major works undertaken onboard include renewal of underwater hull plates, major overhaul of firefighting system, major routines on both diesel

generators, routine on both main engines, overhaul of pumps, motors and valves and up-gradation of habitability. Further, major equipment including air compressors, anchor chain cable, and life rafts were replaced. Post completion of the refit, the ship undertook extensive trials both in harbour and at sea to carry out fine tuning of equipment. Towards the end phase of the refit, the Naval Workup Team at Mumbai carried out Sea Safety Checks and provided the much required training to the crew on various aspects including firefighting, damage control and ship handling. The High Commissioner of India, Abhay Thakur said that the refit exercise of the CGS Guardian undertaken by India was within the agreed time frame, demonstrating the growing capacity of Indian shipyards. Extending relationships Noting Mauritius’ advancement in the

Milestone for Mauritius Maritime Air Squadron The Maritime Air Squadron (MAS) of the National Coast Guard based at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport in Plaisance celebrated its 28th anniversary during July this year. Speaking at a function to commemorate the milestone, Commissioner of Police, Mario Nobin said that the MAS has stepped up its efforts and increased its strength and capacity in its service delivery to meet multiple challenges over the years. He added that the authorities will ensure that the MAS continues to be better equipped by increasing its assets and workforce so that it can deal with maritime threats, in particular illicit drug trafficking occurring in the seas. He also observed that the integrity and honesty of the officers are complementary to the resources of the institution, adding that to uncover and dismantle criminality in all its forms, the commitment and discipline of the workforce remain a prerequisite. The Commissioner recalled that the MAS, through new acquisitions, has achieved further operational worthiness and effectiveness that has enabled it to provide a greater surveillance cover over the vast Exclusive Economic Zone of Mauritius and create a better and easier communication to and from the outer islands of Mauritius namely Agalega and Rodrigues.

Breaking barriers to entry

wned and operated by Crede Capital Partners (Pty) Ltd, the Defence Industry Fund was launched during July to help break the barriers to entry within the defence sector and promote inclusivity, transformation and job creation. Following various consultations with defence industry stakeholders - Armscor, the acquisition agency of the Department of Defence and the Aerospace, Maritime and Defence Industry Association of South Africa (AMD) jointly decided to investigate the possibility of establishing a Defence Industry Fund. “The seed of the Defence Industry Fund was planted in 2015 in a collaborative effort between Armscor and the South African Aerospace Maritime and Defence Industries (AMD), the seed has sprouted today, the Defence Industry Fund is born,” said Vice Admiral (Ret) Mudimu (Chairperson of the Armscor Board) at the launch. The establishment of the Fund is considered a significant step towards the support and transformation of the defence industry, especially the SMMEs operating in the defence environment. The Fund will address pertinent issues of providing financial aid, Enterprise Supplier Development, export guarantees and other salient aspects on technology development and building the skills pipeline.

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security sphere, Thakur commented that the two countries will continue to collaborate closely on future projects. After the visit of Indian President Ramnath Kovind in March this year, it was announced that India would provide Mauritius with an extra $100 million credit line toward military capability-building as part of the Indian Ocean Region Outreach, which focuses on maritime security, amongst others. Under this deal Mauritius will use the money to acquire another offshore patrol vessel from India; a new Coastal Radar Surveillance System; as well as augment the capacity of the Maritime Air Squadron. India and Mauritius have a long-standing defence and security relationship that includes training, arming and logistical equipment of the security forces. Defence and naval cooperation is central in the Mauritius-India partnership. India is a critical supporter of the Mauritian security forces and coast guard. It not only plays a central role in Mauritian capability-building having donated an offshore patrol vessel, the Barracuda, and provided it with two surveillance aircraft, but it is also directly involved in Mauritian defence. India provides military training to Mauritian forces, patrol services in Mauritian waters, and takes part in the command of Mauritian forces.

Supporting maritime law enforcement in Ghana

he United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime [UNODC] with funding from the government of Japan handed over two patrol boats known as alligator boats to the Ghana Marine Police unit in Tema during July this year. The donation is part of a broader project worth $629,000 to support maritime law enforcement in the fight against maritime crime in the sub region particularly in Ghana, Liberia and Serra Leone “Maritime security is indispensable not only for the safety of the people, security of the people, but also for greater trade and investment relations for Ghana, with other countries,” said the Japanese Ambassador to Ghana, Tsutomu Himeno at the handover. “In enhancing our operational capabilities, we are mindful of the important role the onshore and offshore security, can play in our integrated approach. Therefore, this support from the Japan government facilitated by UNODC, two reliable partners for years could not have come at a better time,” said the Inspector General of Police, David Asante Appeatu.

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Training to bolster security response

o effectively tackle and prevent illegal activities in Ghana’s maritime space, the Ghana Maritime Authority in collaboration with Inter-Regional Coordination Centre of the Maritime Safety and Security in the Gulf of Guinea, as well as the European Union’s Gulf of Guinea Inter-Regional Network organised a Crisis Response Training exercise at The Tema Naval Base and the Port of Tema during July. The four-day Crisis Response Training exercise aimed to equip African Maritime Administrations with techniques to curb piracy and armed robbery in Ghana’s maritime domain. Personnel from Port Security, Ghana Navy, Marine Police, National Security, Ghana Immigration Service, Customs as well as other security agencies who play key roles in securing Ghana’s maritime waters. Security experts were on hand to provide information and a practical exercise was also undertaken in order to foster collaborative efforts between the security players.

The over 40 participants were dividing into crises management groups and were taken through several drills by trainers from the European Union Gulf of Guinea inter-regional network on dealing with pirate attacks, as well as illegal oil transfer. They conducted response stimulation exercise to counter an oil bunkering exercise on sea as well as render medical

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services to injured persons at sea. Addressing the media after the exercise, Commodore Steve Darbo (RTD), a former FOC at the Eastern Naval Command and a Security expert described the exercise as successful adding that it would help in combating piracy and other illegal activities.

Shipping industry launches new security resources for world fleet

aunched recently, the new website www.maritimeglobalsecurity.org provides security-related guidance produced by the industry as well as links to other useful maritime and military security resources. “In a world of increasingly complex security risks, it is essential that mariners and ships are protected. The new website will be a freely available facility where companies and mariners can access essential guidance and information to help them comprehensively prepare for voyages through areas of security risk,” the authors said. The aim is to ease access for companies and seafarers to maritime security related information and guidance. Central to the website are new best practice guides to help companies and mariners risk assess voyages and mitigate against external threats to their safety. These are covered in three publications: Global Counter Piracy Guidance for Companies, Masters and Seafarers is a new publication containing guidance on piracy and armed robbery that can be used by mariners around the world. BMP5: Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy and Enhance Maritime Safety in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea contains guidance for region-specific threats in this region. The third edition of the Guidelines for Owners, Operators and Masters for protection against piracy and armed robbery in the Gulf of Guinea region is also provided. All three publications are free to download and free printed copies of Global Counter Piracy Guidance and BMP5 will be available soon.

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Putting maritime security

in the hands of THE PORT

Port infrastructure and upgrades along the African coastline that aim to make the region more attractive to the influx of trade simultaneously make the region more attractive to criminals. Piracy, corruption, fraud and mismanagement are at the top of the list that port operators and port authorities need to be aware of.

lthough being phased out, some African countries do still depend on paper-based systems to record cargo movements. Hein van den Ende, Marketing Executive: Middle East and Africa at Saab Grintek Defence estimates that this continues to cost these ports as much as $2.5 billion a year in inefficiency, fraud, theft and other threats from within and en-route to their various destinations. African stakeholders are, however, becoming more sensitised to maritime risks. “There is more of an emphasis being placed on port security systems; integrated communication and coastal maritime systems,” he says explaining that there is an appreciation of the long-term cost and efficiency benefits of

installing these systems. Speaking to Maritime Review Africa, Van Den Ende highlighted that Saab has identified numerous projects across Africa where integrated communication and port systems would provide peace-ofmind and efficiencies. “By adopting an integrated monitoring system, coastal authorities create an attractive destination for client ships to berth by ensuring routes are open and secure, and the possibility of having an incident is limited as operators have a clear sight of all traffic movement,” he says. Recent Saab installation projects on the continent include the commissioning of the TactiCall Integrated Communication System for the South African Navy in Muizenberg as well as a vessel management system for Tanzania’s ports of Dar Es Salaam and Lobito.

“We have partners in place across the various markets and Saab’s first option is to always to find a suitable local partner so that we engage the local economy and educate local stakeholders about the systems’ potential. “In this way, Saab conducts a full handover with an emphasis on the transfer of knowledge so that we have the confidence that our local partners will achieve the best possible results from the systems we provide,” says Van Den Ende of their work in Africa. Identifying vulnerabilities Vulnerabilities exist on three levels: at the port, on the coast and in the communication channels that are left vulnerable to unsolicited surveillance. These are the key areas where Van Den Ende believes that port authorities can make the biggest improvements and deliver an attractive service to shipping companies seeking to dock at African harbours. “By integrating these three systems, a port operates more efficiently with clear understanding and communication between all key decision makers of various status in the port environment and along the coast,” he explains adding that port authorities can use the systems to limit losses through security breaches. Because many ports manage these areas separately, it can become more challenging and expensive for multi-agency operations to be launched effectively. Van Den Ende advocates Saab’s integrated communication, port control, port management and coast control system to offer a seamless maritime management infrastructure that provides secure access to detailed maritime information to ensure complete, real-time protection of valuable cargo entering and leaving Africa’s ports.

Promoting law and security in Ghanaian ports

he Centre for Maritime Regulation Law and Security recently held its maiden Maritime Regulation and Enforcement Training for security personnel in the Port and maritime industry. The five day programme covered issues on the overview of the law of the sea, safety and security, legal framework for marine pollution, legal framework for fisheries and other related issues. The Director-General of the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), Kwame Owusu said in executing its mandate for safety and security, the Ghana Maritime Authority has deployed a number of monitoring surveillance tools such vessel traffic monitoring information system. “This is important because we must move beyond the era of undertaking our monitoring and enforcement mandate from our offices to being on the water making sure that vessels comply with regulations of GMA which are set in accordance with international conventions and instruments of the International Maritime Organisation,” he said.

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OFFSHORE NEWS

Marine mining and offshore exploration

AFRICAN UPDATES GABON Second well drilled Towards the end of June, Panoro Energy announced the completion of successful drilling of their second development well in the Tortue field offshore Gabon. The drilling commenced in May this year and was successfully completed with no safety-related incidents, on schedule and within budget. Interpretation of the logging results indicates that the well was entirely consistent with pre-drill prognosis and objectives. The well has been suspended pending arrival and hook up to the FPSO, the BW Adolo, which left Singapore at the beginning of July. After completion of the drill, the rig was repositioned to drill the Ruche North East well, DRNEM-1, which is targeting an undrilled 4-way structure in the Gamba reservoir with Dentale potential. The DRNEM-1 well will be located approximately 3.5 km north east of the Ruche field in water depths of 117m. DRNEM-1 is expected to take approximately 40 days to drill.

TUNISIA Purchase agreement signed Panoro has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement for the acquisition of DNO Tunisia AS from DNO ASA. The acquisition of DNO Tunisia AS have now been met and all the conditions have been met to proceed with the settlement of the Private Placement, issue of new shares and delivery of treasury shares. “This acquisition represents a substantial milestone and the continuation of Panoro’s strategy to build a balanced full-cycle E&P company focused on Africa. We are very excited to enter into this transformational deal with DNO in a stable jurisdiction like Tunisia. The Salloum discovery in particular is a low-cost development opportunity; the wider portfolio contains material exploration potential. This transaction also complements our existing E&P portfolio bringing a pipeline of new projects and significantly enhancing our operating capability through the skilled team based in Tunisia.”

MOZAMBIQUE LNG development plan submitted Mozambique Rovuma Venture has submitted the development plan to the government for the first phase of the Rovuma LNG project, which will produce, liquefy and market natural gas from the Mamba fields located in the Area 4 block offshore Mozambique. The plan details the proposed

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design and construction of two liquefied natural gas trains which will each produce 7.6 million tons of LNG per year. ExxonMobil will lead construction and operation of natural gas liquefaction and related facilities on behalf of the joint venture, and Eni will lead construction and operation of upstream facilities. As the Rovuma LNG project progresses, every effort will be made to actively build the local workforce and supplier capabilities in Mozambique. “We are excited to be progressing the Rovuma LNG project, working with the government and leveraging the expertise and capabilities of all of the partners,” said Liam Mallon, president of ExxonMobil Development Company. “The size of the project makes it not only an important investment in the country, but also supports economic growth and opens new opportunities for Mozambicans,” said Stefano Maione, Eni’s executive vice-president for the Mozambique Program. A final investment decision by the Area 4 joint venture parties is scheduled in 2019, with LNG production expected to commence in 2024. Marketing activities are progressing, with negotiations on sales and purchase agreements underway, targeting completion in parallel with the development plan approval process.

Decisions looming for Area 1 Speaking at a conference at the end of June, Mitch Ingram, Anadarko Executive Vice President, International, Deepwater and Exploration, announced that the company expects to take a final investment decision on the Anadarko-led Mozambique LNG project in the first half of next year. He also announced the project and its contractors are realising significant cost savings amounting to approximately $4 billion over 2016 estimates. As a result of these savings, Anadarko expects to deliver the first two onshore liquefaction trains with 12.88 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) capacity for approximately $7.7 billion, which is less than $600 per tonne. In addition, the company reiterated that it has announced 6.7 MTPA of off-take agreements and has agreed to key terms for the targeted volume of 8.5 MTPA, enabling it to proceed with incremental project financing discussions with lenders. The focus now is on converting these non-binding commitments into fully termed Sale and Purchase Agreements.

ANGOLA Deep sea project comes on stream Total has started up production of Kaombo, currently the biggest deep offshore development in Angola, located on Block 32, 260 kilometres off the coast of Luanda. Kaombo Norte, the first Floating

Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) unit, has been successfully brought on stream and will produce an estimated 115,000 barrels of oil per day, while the second one, Kaombo Sul, is expected to start up next year. The overall production will reach an estimated 230,000 barrels of oil per day at peak and the associated gas will be exported to the Angola LNG plant. A total of 59 wells will be connected to the two FPSOs, both of which are converted Very Large Crude Carriers, through one of the world’s largest subsea networks. Together, they will develop the resources of six different fields (Gengibre, Gindungo, Caril, Canela, Mostarda and Louro) over an area of 800 square kilometres in the central and southern part of the block.

Commissioning contract Subsea 7 today has been awarded a contract by Total E&P Angola for the engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning of the subsea flowlines and umbilicals for the Zinia Phase 2 project, 150 kilometres offshore Angola in water depths from 800 to 1,000 metres. The contract scope includes the tie-back development of two reservoirs to the existing Pazflor FPSO in Block 17. Approximately 36 kilometres of flowlines and 21 kilometres of umbilicals will be installed, with offshore work scheduled in 2020. Project Management and engineering will be delivered from Subsea 7’s Global Project Centre in Paris, France and local office in Luanda, Angola. Fabrication will take place in Sonamet’s yard in Lobito, Angola.

GHANA Developing a service hub With just over half of all vessels handled at the Port of Takoradi connected to the oil and gas sector, Ghana is realising the importance of gearing up as service hub for this sector. Since the discovery of offshore oil in 2007, port management has taken strategic measures to service the industry. “From January to June 2018 we have so far handled about 904 vessels and out of it 54% is that of supply vessels so we realized that it has become very important that we position our port to be able to service the oil and gas industry,” the Dep. Manager, Marketing and Public Affairs for Takoradi Port, Peter Amo-Bediako told delegates at Ghana’s Maritime Week in July. Touching on the ongoing Takoradi port expansion works, he said there are several business opportunities for investments. “The future looks bright I must say, we all remember in December 2017, ITLAWS that is the international tribunal for the law of the seas ruled in favor of Ghana regarding the dispute with ivory coast and this has paved way for development drilling to go on in Ghana. ”

Litigation over early termination Although initially indicating their intention to appeal, Tullow Ghana Limited will not appeal the recent English High Court ruling that awarded Seadrill Partners $273 million for the early termination of the West Leo contract. Seadrill Ghana sought to recover standby and force majeure rates and early termination fees of $278 million plus interest and legal expenses. The English High Court ruled that a total sum of approximately $273 million was either payable to Seadrill Ghana if a suitable parent company guarantee from the Company is provided or into court within 14 days of their judgment. Seadrill Ghana estimates that the net judgment sum due (inclusive of interest and legal expenses) will be around $250 million. In separate litigation, Kosmos Energy Ghana HC was successful in its arbitration against Tullow Ghana Limited in a dispute over responsibility for expenditures stemming from termination of the West Leo drilling rig contract. As a consequence of the arbitration award, Kosmos will not be required to fund Kosmos’ portion of Tullow’s liability to Seadrill, estimated by Tullow to be approximately $50,800,000. Kosmos will also be reimbursed by Tullow for approximately $14 million plus interest, related to amounts previously paid under protest as well as certain costs and fees of pursuing the arbitration.

NIGERIA Successful installation The Jumbo Javelin and her team have successfully installed a 100t Calcium Nitrate Injection Vessel (CNIV) module on the ERHA FPSO offshore Nigeria for Mobil Producing Nigeria (MPN). For this assignment the Jumbo Javelin had the Fly-Jib installed in Singapore. The 16 metre x 700t SWL Fly-Jib gives essential additional lifting height when mounted on the vessels forward crane. Once the Fly-Jib was installed, the Jumbo Javelin proceeded to Lagos where she loaded the 100t CNIV. After departure from Lagos to the field, operations and limits were thoroughly assessed. The lift was executed safely, and with the tailored bumpering and tugger arrangements the CNIV landed precisely in its intended position.

Upping the stakes The management of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOCC) has expressed interest in investing an additional $3 billion in its existing stakes in the offshore oil and gas operations in Nigeria. CNOCC has already invested over $14 billion in its Nigerian operations and has called on the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to seek common ground for enhanced productivity.

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Fisheries agreement concluded

In exchange for access to these waters, the Union’s financial contribution will increase from €37 to 42.4 million over the next four years. This is in addition to the royalties paid by the vessel owners, which is estimated to range from 11.1 to 12.7 million.

uropean Union fishing vessels will soon return to Moroccan waters following the successful conclusion of negotiations to renew the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the two parties. The fifth negotiating session between the European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco for the renewal of the Fisheries Partnership Agreement and its Protocol was concluded at the end of July and resulted in an agreement that will allow Morocco and the European Union to cooperate to establish a fishery that is mutually beneficial. The two Parties reached a compromise on the definition of fishing opportunities and the financial compensation that the Union will pay in exchange for them, as well as the funds earmarked for sectoral support for the development of a sustainable fishery. The agreement provides for strict provisions on the geographical and social distribution of these benefits to ensure that it benefits all and enables a balanced exploitation of fisheries resources, thus ensuring the protection of the marine environment and the sustainability of fishing in the waters concerned.

Vessel access The agreement will allow European fleets access to Atlantic waters between Cape Spartel and Cape Blanc. A total of 128 European vessels flying the flag of

more than 10 Member States will be allowed access to these waters. In exchange for access to these waters, the Union’s financial contribution will increase from €37 to 42.4 million over the next four years. This is in addition to the royalties paid by the vessel owners, which is estimated to range from 11.1 to 12.7 million. The total amount of the financial contribution paid by the Union, in terms of the access of vessels to the fishing zone as well as for the support to the development of the sectoral policy, should be increased in four years from 37 to 42.4 million. €. To these amounts would be added the royalties paid by the shipowners estimated over a progressive range from 11.1 to 12.7 million. In exchange, fishing opportunities in terms of allocated catches, will increase from 85,000 to 100,000 tonnes per year of small pelagic species. The European Union and Morocco have undertaken to take the necessary measures for the entry into force of the fisheries agreement and its protocol as soon as possible taking into account their institutional specificities. It is anticipated that the EU vessels will return to the fishing area as soon as the next protocol enters into force. The current agreement expired on the 14 July after four years – resulting in the exit of EU vessels while a renewal was negotiated.

New distributor for outboard engine range

eascape Marine Services (Pty) Ltd has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for South Africa & the Sub Saharan region by Cox Powertrain for their 300hp diesel outboard engine, the world’s first to be named outside of Europe, the USA & Australasia. As a specialist importer of marine propulsion systems since 1983, Seascape Marine has earned an excellent reputation as a high-quality supplier of diesel engines and related equipment in the African territories. Through its sales and after sales support, it has the expertise and experience to fulfil the demand for an engine such as the CXO300 in the African region. “Seascape Marine is very pleased to have secured this highly significant distribution agreement. It is an

important step because it makes us the only official distributor in Africa who is able to offer 300hp diesel outboards to our market,” said Jamie de Jong, Seascape Marine’s General Manager. “The launch of the CXO300 will shake the African market as it is the first high performance 300hp diesel outboard engine to be introduced. It has been developed by Cox to suit the demanding requirements of professional maritime vessels as a dedicated diesel engine, unlike some existing engines in the market that have been modified to accept diesel fuel. There is a real desire for marine propulsion that is reliable and long-lasting.

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Second offshore bunker operator kicks off services in Algoa Bay

outh African Marine Fuels PTY Ltd (SAMF), a South African owned, black women managed company, has introduced three bunker barges to offer offshore bunkering to vessels in Algoa Bay, South Africa. Algoa Bay remains the only area licensed for offshore bunkering operations in South Africa and is well-positioned as a stopover enroute to a number of destinations. “Since the beginning of our operations, the project has experienced significant progress and has managed to amass an experienced crew, which comprises of transport, lodging, vessel supplies and technical services,” said Siyamthanda Maya the Managing Director of South African Marine Fuels at their recent launch. “Currently we have three barges, which are charted and operated by South African Marine Fuels. This is important because when operations are managed and directed locally this ensures that the industry and expertise are fully introduced to the country,” she said. “To ensure the country`s sustainable growth as well as transformation it is important to invest in skills development and skills transfer, which is why we ensure that our employees undergo thorough training and skills development, to actively contribute to the development of this country. Currently, our company has four employees and 50 percent of them are black females,” she added. BELOW: Siyamthanda Maya the Managing Director of the South African Marine Fuels.

We have already received a huge level of interest in the CXO300 from customers who have been waiting a very long time for a high-performance diesel such as the CXO300 in this region. We believe the CXO300 will complement our existing product offering and put Seascape Marine in a strong position to lead the diesel outboard market in this region,“ Jamie de Jong concludes. The launch of the new CXO300 diesel outboard is set to be transformational for the marine industry. The orders books of this long-awaited engine will coincide with the engine’s launch in November this year with production commencing in Q2, 2019. LEFT: Joel Reid with Jamie de Jong

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Fishing with Furuno and Radio Holland

During Furuno and Radio Hollands’ 55-year partnership, Furuno has been working closely with the fishing community and studying trends to meet the ever-changing demands of the commercial fishing sector.

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he Fisheries Committee for the West Central Gulf of Guinea (FCWC) launched the Improving Fisheries Governance in West Africa – PESCAO project funded by the European Union in Ghana at the end of July. This new programme aims to enhance regional fisheries management in a number of ways, including addressing regional fisheries policy at the Economic Community of West African Countries (ECOWAS) level; building the capacities of competent national and regional Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) authorities to deter Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing; and by demonstrating the added value of coordinated approaches for shared fisheries management. The Fisheries Committee for the West Central Gulf of Guinea (FCWC) as Intergovernmental body, was established in 2007 with its Secretariat based in Tema, Ghana as its host country, to facilitate cooperation in fisheries management between the member countries: Liberia, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. The countries have several shared fish stocks and identified a need for cooperation and shared management of these resources. “To address the challenges of poor management of fish stocks, IUU fishing and lack of coordination and cooperation among regional institutions and national authorities, the FCWC Secretariat and Member Countries in cooperation with partners developed the ‘Fisheries Intelligence and MCS Support in West Africa’ project funded by NORAD. We are pleased that successes of our previously implemented projects in the region have drawn other initiatives to partner with us and we look forward to building upon the work that has already been done,” states Seraphin Dedi, the Secretary-General of the FCWC.

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“We are pleased that successes of our previously implemented projects in the region have drawn other initiatives to partner with us and we look forward to building upon the work that has already been done.”

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Sonar development One such product that has progressed with time and technology are Furuno’s Sonars. Furuno’s sonars have been streamlined to ensure optimal results when fishing. Three of their newest products are the CSH-8L, CH500 and CH600 sonars which are respectively suited to different types of fishing. Sonar features include single or dual frequency mode; uni or omni-directional scanning; multiple colours for high resolution echoes; faster refresh rates for highly visible echoes; noise cancellation for clearer fish detection; audible target detection; built-in motion sensors for stabilised

target presentation in rough sea conditions; multiple display mode so you can see the scan from different angles, and much more. Radio Holland has sold more than 50 of Furuno’s CSH range sonars based on its outstanding performance and maintains a satisfied customer base as spare parts and engineer support is readily available. With many other quality products, Radio Holland strives to anticipate, meet and exceed the clients’ needs in a way that is not operationally and financially taxing. Radio Holland also supports the deepsea, oil and gas, defence and leisure markets across South Africa as well as in Namibia, Angola, Ghana, Gabon, Nigeria, Congo, Mozambique and Kenya to name a few. Offering a wide range of solutions across markets, Radio Holland strives for excellence in sales, service, repair, annual maintenance as well as remote support.

Mining vessel gets new lease on life

ärtsilä and De Beers Marine have signed an agreement for the replacement of generating sets aboard the diamond mining ship Debmar Pacific. The vessel, originally built in the 1970s, will be outfitted with new Wärtsilä gensets to extend their lifetime and improve reliability. Debmar Pacific is engaged in diamond mining operations off the coast of Namibia. With modern gensets, the lifetime of the vessel is extended and its specific fuel oil consumption (SFOC) is reduced. In addition, the new equipment is more reliable and needs less maintenance, reducing disruptions in operations and OPEX expenditure. Debmar Pacific is owned and operated by Debmarine Namibia, a joint venture between De Beers Group and the Namibian government. “Offshore mining operations require reliable, cost-effective power. By investing in efficient, modern generating sets, we can significantly improve the availability of Debmarine Namibia’s vessels and thereby increase productivity. In addition, we are unifying the engine base to Wärtsilä engines on some vessels, including a recently completed newbuild,” says Domingos Valbom, General Manager, De Beers Marine. “We are happy to deepen our relationship with De Beers Marine and honoured by the trust they show us by choosing Wärtsilä to improve the reliability of one more vessel in their fleet. In addition, its fuel consumption will be lower, contributing to both better environmental performance and reduced total cost of ownership,” says Serge Begue, Vice President, South Europe & Africa, Services at Wärtsilä. This agreement expands the cooperation between Wärtsilä and Debmarine Namibia. In 2017, De Beers Marine and Wärtsilä signed similar type of agreements to outfit new Wärtsilä gensets to Debmarine Namibia’s diamond mining vessels Grand Banks and Debmar Atlantic. Additionally, Wärtsilä is currently carrying out an engine control system upgrade project in Debmarine Namibia’s diamond-mining vessel Mafuta. ABOVE: Mining vessel Debmar Pacific departing from Cape Town, outfitted with new Wärtsilä gensets to extend their lifetime and improve reliability

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apanese car carrier company, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd (K Line), has undertaken to pay an administrative penalty of R98,928,170.05 after the South African Competition Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investigation found that they had colluded with a number of other car carriers to fix prices. K-Line, Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd (MOL), Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha Ltd (NYK) and Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics AS (WWL) were found to have fixed prices, divided markets and tendered collusively in respect of shipment of Toyota vehicles from South Africa to Europe, North Africa, (Mediterranean Coast) and the Caribbean Islands via Europe, West Africa, East Africa and Red Sea (Latin America). K Lineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agreement to settle has completed the prosecution of this matter which was initiated in September 2012. When the Commission referred the matter to the Tribunal, the Competition Commissioner, Tembinkosi Bonakele, noted that South Africa was a strategic hub for the trade of goods in and out of the Southern African region. Thus, the cartel activities of shipping liners caused in inflated prices for cargo

transportation in the region. He added that cartels and collusive conduct increased the costs of trading and rendered the region uncompetitive in the world markets. He added these cartels had the effect of significantly derailing the economic growth of the region. Although the Commission charged Kline with 15 separate instances of contraventions of the Competition Act, K Line admitted to eight instances. On 11 September 2012, the Commissioner initiated a complaint against the respective car carrier companies for market division and price fixing in the market for the provision of transportation services for motor vehicles, equipment and/or machinery by sea to and from South Africa, in contravention of the Competition Act. The Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investigation relates to tenders for the provision of transportation services of motor vehicles/ machinery and/or equipment (including new and used vehicles and new and used rolling construction and agricultural machinery) by sea to and from South Africa, which tenders were issued, among others, by the following a number of firms.

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The Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investigation found that from at least 2002 to 2013 K-Line, MOL, NYK and WWL colluded on a tender issued by Toyota South Africa Motors to transport Toyota vehicles from South Africa to abroad by sea. Further, the Commission found that K-Line, MOL, NYK and WWL agreed on the number of vessels that they were to operate on the South Africa to Europe routes at agreed intervals or frequencies. Furthermore, the Commission found that K-Line, MOL, NYK and WWL agreed on the freight rates that they were to charge TSAM for the shipment of Toyota vehicles. In 2015, NYK and WWL admitted to colluding on this tender and settled with the Commission. NYK, also a Japanese company, paid an administrative penalty of R103 977 927.00 and WWL, a Norwegian company, paid an administrative penalty of R95 695 529.00. MOL, another Japanese company, was not fined as it was first to approach the Commission and cooperated.

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Seeking competitive financing for the maritime sector

“We are committed to providing opportunities for investors through public and private partnership. This applies especially to investments in maritime infrastructure, shipping and ancillary services, offshore services, ship building repairs as well as marine and bunkering services. In this regard, we are engaging the Central Bank of Nigeria to create a special interest rate for maritime infrastructure development and maritime assets acquisition in Nigeria this is aside looking at the early disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Funds.”

he Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is engaging with the Central Bank of Nigeria to secure special interest rates for those borrowing to fund the acquisition of maritime assets in the country. Dr Dakuku Peterside, Director General of NIMASA hopes that this will open new frontiers for potential investors in the sector and announced the strategy in July during a stakeholder engagement. He highlighted that other industries were already enjoying such arrangements and that it would be beneficial for the maritime sectors to have access to the same opportunity. “We are committed to providing opportunities for investors through public and private partnership. This applies especially to investments in maritime infrastructure, shipping and ancillary services, offshore services, ship building repairs as well as marine and bunkering services. In this regard, we are engaging the Central Bank of Nigeria to create a special interest rate for maritime infrastructure development and maritime assets acquisition in Nigeria this is aside looking at the early disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Funds,” he said. Speaking further, the DG said there are

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Addressing landing sites

Ghana’s Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MOFAD) has inaugurated a nine-member Landing Site Committee to assist management to supervise the construction of landing sites in some selected coastal areas of the country. Each landing sites will consist of a fish market, cold storage facilities, repair facilities as well as day care centres and clinics. The committee is tasked with reviewing the designs for the sites and overseeing the construction.

Improving port logistics

enormous potentials that remain untapped in the country’s maritime sector. He noted that the Ports located in the Eastern flank of the Country comprising of Calabar, Port-Harcourt and Onne holds a key to Nigeria’s economic development and that all hands must be on deck to ensure that the Ports function optimally. “For us to harness our maritime potentials, the ports in the Eastern flank must be fully utilised. The eastern zone is the most critical because out of the seven functional seaports in Nigeria three are domiciled in the eastern zone and it also harbours over 70 percent of the 275 terminals that are in the country but unfortunately in terms of cargo reception there is no corresponding relationship between the facilities available and the reception of cargoes because the eastern zone accounted for less than 20 percent of the vessels that visited the Nigerian ports in 2016 and 2017”. According to him, the available statistics shows that there is need for serious collaboration with stakeholders in the sector to ensure that the environment is made conducive enough for continuous growth that is premised on sustainable development devoid of threats such as piracy and other maritime crimes.

The Management of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is to collaborate with the Army College of Logistics to facilitate the training of employees to enhance the logistics of the ports. In order to standardise operations at the nation’s seaports, the Authority aims to tap into the knowledge of the logistics professionals of the Nigerian army

Agency renewed

PACC Offshore Services Holdings Ltd. (POSH) has renewed its ship agency contract with GAC Angola for Soyo and Luanda and extended the agreement to include Cabinda. Under the deal, GAC now provides an integrated range of services for the POSH fleet at all Angolan ports, including crew handling, spares clearance and delivery, bunker fuels and inward/outward clearance of vessels.

Shipping line seeks to expand East African routes

fter the successful launch of its East Africa Service (EAS) in April this year, Hapag-Lloyd plans to expand the service with a weekly connection to and from Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Khor Fakkan, Jebel Ali, Mombasa and Dar es Salaam. Currently the weekly service sails from Jeddah to Mombasa, and from there to Dar es Salaam, in Tanzania, and directly back to Jeddah. The so called EAS2 will replace the current EAS service and directly link the Arabian Gulf and the West Coast of India with East Africa. With a rising GDP of about 6 percent, Kenya remains the key driver of growth in the re-

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Addressing shipping regulations

he Ministry of Ocean Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping of Mauritius plans to promulgate three Regulations under the Merchant Shipping Act. Firstly, the Merchant Shipping (Maritime Training Provider) Regulations will provide a legal framework for maritime training institutions to operate and deliver courses in line with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978. The Merchant Shipping (Weight Verification of Containers) Regulations will enforce the implementation of amendments to Regulation 2 of Chapter VI of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). The Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) Regulations will provide a legal framework for the conduct of Port State Control inspections of foreign ships in Mauritian ports to ensure compliance with various International Conventions, with a view to eliminating substandard ships in their waters.

Marine spatial planning

Mauritius will host a Regional Workshop on Marine Spatial Planning in collaboration with the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, in October 2018. It will bring together participants from Mauritius, Comoros and Madagascar and focus on the concepts of ecosystem-based management with application to data, information and national needs on decision support tools essential for Marine Spatial Planning and the modalities for implementing these concepts at national level.

gion. Kenya primarily exports coffee and tea, but also vegetables, fruits and textiles. The main imports are vehicles, spare parts, yarns, machines and electronic goods. The country is also investing heavily in infrastructure and Hapag-Lloyd will continue to focus on the growing market in East Africa. “I am delighted that our East Africa Service from and to Kenya is developing so positively. After only four months in operation, we have significantly expanded our business with overall vessel utilization beyond our expectations,” said Dheeraj Bhatia, Managing Director Africa, Middle East and Indian Subcontinent for Hapag-Lloyd AG. “With our upcoming new EAS2 service we will be able to offer even better connections from and to East Africa. All in all we are experiencing growing client demand which demonstrates the economic potential of Kenya.”

Collusion catches up with museum island ferry operators

hree vessel owners operating as service providers to Robben Island Museum to ferry passengers from the V&A Waterfront to Robben Island were sanctioned by the Competition Commission in June for colluding to increase prices. In May 2017, five boat companies were referred to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution on charges of price fixing and collusive tendering after the Commission received a complaint from the Robben Island Museum. These operators included Ferry Charters (Pty) Ltd, Tigger 2 Charters (Pty) Ltd, Thembekile Maritime Services (Pty) Ltd; Silverbuckle Trade 21 CC t/a Yacoob Yatch and Nauticat Charters (Pty) Ltd. The subsequent investigation found that around 22 September 2015, the respondents met at the Cape Town Fish Market Coffee Shop where they discussed and agreed to increase the prices they would charge when responding to a tender that would be issued by the Museum. The tender was for bidders to be listed on the Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s database as preferred service providers for a 12-month period. The Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investigation also found that Thembekile and Nauticat Charters increased their prices to R18 000 per trip for 140 passengers. Ferry Charters did not alter their prices as it was already charging R18 000 per trip for 140 passengers and this resulted in all three quoting the same price of R18 000 for per trip for 140 passengers; and Silverbuckle and Tigger 2 Charters also increased their prices as agreed during the coffee shop meeting, but not to the same extent as that of the other respondents as their vessels are smaller. In June Thembekile, Silverbuckle and Nauticat admitted to charges of price fixing and collusive tendering; and agreed to assist the investigation. Following this admission the following administrative penalties were imposed: Thembekile R350 000.00; Silverbuckle R249 171.72; Nauticat Charters R422 087.87 In respect of the remaining respondents, the Commission is seeking a similar order declaring that the two respondents contravened the Competition Act and that they are liable to pay an administrative penalty equal to 10 percent of their annual turnover.

Bridging the gap for engineers

he first group of 15 students recently kickstarted the new SAMSA-accredited Engineer OOW course at the South African Maritime Training Academy. This forms part of the three-month Marine Engineering Knowledge programme. The progamme provides the academic subjects required to convert Mechanical Engineering Qualifications to Marine Engineering Qualifications for seagoing engineering cadets. The need for the programme was identified through the shortage of available marine engineering graduates who met the requirements for cadetship. It aims to assist in meeting Operation Phakisaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s target of 360 engine officers per annum and aims to increase the pool of available marine engineering cadets for the industry to recruit from; reduce the cadet training period and make available engineering officers of the watch in a shorter space of time. BELOW: David Wolfaardt (SAMTRA), Malcolm Alexander (TETA) and Pieter Coetzee (SAMTRA) with the first intake of students.

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DAY ZERO Fishing continues to live up to its reputation as one of the world’s most dangerous professions with 32,000 deaths reported internationally in 2016. Addressing the local fishing sector at the Sixth Fishing Safety Indaba in Cape Town, however, the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), is challenging the local fishing sector to aim for zero fatalities by 2019.

AMSA first hosted a safety indaba in 2002 at the instruction of the then Minister of Transport, the late Dullah Omar, who was appalled that by April of that year, the industry had already recorded 40 deaths. At the end of the year that tally reached a total of 64. Omar tasked the Authority with putting together a comprehensive intervention in the fishing industry and SAMSA responded by challenging the sector to address their safety culture. “There has been a vast improvement in the safety culture since 2002 when we held our first Safety Indaba,” said Nigel Campbell of SAMSA congratulating the industry on embracing a safety regime. But with 1,014 local commercial fishing vessels of various sizes operating in South African waters, the industry still has some work to do to eliminate incidents resulting in deaths at sea. In 2017 the industry registered 13 deaths in four separate incidents, and 2018’s statistics will also show fatalities. Highlighting some of these statistics, SAMSA’s fishing safety specialist, Selwyn Bailey, said that the industry should be aiming for zero fatalities in 2019. Bailey pointed to a number of factors contributing to deaths at sea over the last 15 years, emphasising that human error and bad judgement continue to influence the incidence of accidents. Suicide stats spike An unfortunate increase in the rate of suicides by fishers has been noted in the industry, suggesting the need for some sort of intervention. Bailey commented that, while it was not unusual to find a suicide recorded every few years, the last two years show an unusual spike that should concern the industry. In 2016, five apparent suicides were recorded and another in 2017. He added that 2018 had already seen this pattern continue. “This is a new phenomenon,” he said. He added that more attention needs to be placed on training crew how to identify

unstable behaviour at sea and what to do to ensure that their crewmate is secured and brought back to land safely. Improving identification at sea With a well-established emergency response regime in place, South Africa should have no problem responding to incidents at sea within the fishing sector. Captain Karl Otto, Executive Head: Sea Watch and Rescue at SAMSA, however, lamented the lack of tracking devices used by the smaller vessels in the industry. “The MRCC often has problems searching for a fishing vessel that is simply somewhere at sea with no known position,” he said adding that fishers’ chances of survival at sea diminish by the hour especially if they are in cold water. In a Marine Notice published at the beginning of August, SAMSA has recommended the use of identifier units for small vessels at sea. According to Otto, SAMSA has partnered with the UK Space Agency and exactEarth Europe to provide portable identifiers to qualifying vessels in the small scale fishing as well as subsistence fishing sector at no cost in an attempt to improve the safety statistics as well as the MRCC’s ability to locate the vessels in the event of an incident. After undertaking a successful trial in Arniston in December 2015, SAMSA also undertook an alert test in the Port Elizabeth area during June this year which proved that the instrument is effective. As part of this project SAMSA received 1,500 Identifiers to help improve safety at sea for small fishing vessels. Valued at about R10 million, the project has seen SAMSA visiting fishing communities to roll out the units as well as provide instruction on how they should be used. About 500 of these Identifiers have been deployed already with the mandate to “use it or lose it”. “The fishers readily accept these devices, but the problem is that many of them do not switch them on,” says Otto as he highlights that usage in some regions is as low as 10 percent.

“We are able to determine whether the device is ever switched on and if vessels do not use them effectively, we will redistribute them to other vessels,” says Otto indicating that there is still a reticence amongst fishing industry players to be visible at sea. Each identifier is issued on loan and SAMSA requires the details of the boat and skipper to be added to a database for MRCC purposes. “We have also assisted Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, Tanzania, Senegal, and The Gambia,” adds Otto who explains that most African States have similar problems trying to search for small vessels without instruments on board. “These countries have also been provided access to a web chart to be able to see these Identifiers and other vessels in their respective EEZs,” he says. The project is expected to end in February next year, but Otto says that SAMSA is working with ICASA to negotiate the fees associated with MMSI numbers for those deployed on South African vessels. “We need to keep in mind that these fishers are on the poorer end of the fishing industry,” he says. Although SAMSA’s latest Marine Notice is only a recommendation to carry identifiers, Otto says that they aim is to approach the Department of Transport and Treasury to fund these for small vessels so that the Small Vessel Regulations can be amended to introduce the requirement for such devices. Priced at about US$400, the identifiers being distributed as part of the current project are from SRT Marine, but locally produced versions are available. Instruments to improve safety A number of international instruments are in place to help improve safety standards in the fishing industry including the Cape Town Agreement of the Torre-

1,014 local commercial fishing vessels of various sizes operating in South African waters.

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ABOVE: Nigel Campbell, Selwyn Bailey, Nondumiso Mfenyana, Karl Otto and Azwimmbavhi Nelwamondo of the South African Maritime Safety Authority. molinos Protocol as well as the STCW-F 1995 Convention, which came into effect recently. Although South African has ratified the Cape Town agreement, the Department of Transport has yet to promulgate the regulations into law. According to Campbell, however, it will provide the industry with a one-stop-shop for building and operating fishing vessels and help move the sector into the 21st Century.

SAMSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SAFETY INITIATIVES Introducing legislation making it mandatory for

all fishers to attend safety familiarisation courses prior to fishers proceeding to sea.

Maritime Occupational safety Audits of fishing

companies operating over 25 gross tons vessels which focuses on compliance with respect to issues such as Safety Officers, Safety Committees, safety drills, personal protective clothing, toolbox talks, discipline, social security and risk assessments.

Ad â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Hoc safety inspections- outside of the annual survey regime.

Fisheries observers completing safety checklists while at sea.

Marine Notices high lighting the causes of deaths and other pertinent safety communication.

Community safety seminars Safety indabas with fishing industry stakeholders. Guidance on relevant legislation stemming from international IMO and ILO instruments in the interest of safe fishing practices.

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Campbell further highlighted that the current work being undertaken to amend the Merchant Shipping Act will additionally help strengthen safety within the fishing industry. As the second country to ratify the STCW-F Convention, South Africa, however, is well advanced with regard to its implementation and was the first country to institute Port State Control inspections under this regime. Addressing aspects of the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transition to STCW-F, SAMSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chief Examiner, Azwimmbavhi Nelwamondo highlighted the need for the Authority and the industry to work together to address safety appropriately. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Industry must be able to take us (SAMSA) to task when we act inappropriately,â&#x20AC;? he said emphasising the importance of using the opportunity presented by these safety indabas to interrogate ideas with the industry. Appropriate training is key Nelwamondo also emphasised the importance of structured education and the training of, not only the crew of the vessels, but everyone involved in the management as well as the inspection of the vessels. By all accounts the partnership between the South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI) and the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) is working well to reposition the need for training as a safety enabler in the fishing industry. Odwa Mtathi, acting CEO of SAIMI, summarised some of the projects and initiatives that are being supported by both institutionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; funding mechanisms. These range from cadetships to business skills development and even technology development. Mthathi added that additional future initiatives include a fiveyear project in the squid industry as well as an approach to improve seamanship and safety at sea in order to meet the requirements of the STCW-F Convention and achieve SAMSA accreditation. Vessel recapitalisation Although not officially on the agenda during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s indaba, the topic of the

proposed vessel recapitalisation scheme crept into the conversation towards the end of the day. Prompted by questions from the floor, Chief Operations Officer of SAMSA, Sobantu Tilayi, provided an impromptu update on the Authorityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position in this regard. Tilayi admitted that the efforts in this regard had stalled due mainly to unresolved issues relating to tenure of rights and ownership of the vessels. A recapitalisation scheme would necessarily rely on long term rights and ownership being in place. But he was clear in his opinion that the local industry should not be sourcing vessels from the international market. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One thing we do know is that we cannot continue to do is to take dumped vessels from European Union,â&#x20AC;? he said explaining that a vessel recapitalisation scheme should also be used to stimulate the South African boat building industry. He urged the industry to work with government to devise a plan that could work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to make decisions that will harm the industry. Let us open up this discussion to see how we can find our way,â&#x20AC;? he added. Harbours and rights The Department of Public Works (DPW) and the Department of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) were also invited to speak and provided some feedback on developments within their departments that will impact on aspects of the fishing industry. Deputy Director General of DPW, Samuel Thobakgale expressed his desire to work more closely with the fishing industry as they roll out plans to develop small harbours along the South African coastline. Upgraded facilities will be a positive development for improving safety for fishers accessing slipways and services at these refurbished harbours. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a budget but need to start from scratch and invite you (the fishing industry) to bring your influence. We want to form a picture of what needs to be done with you,â&#x20AC;? he said admitting that there is a backlog but that cabinet has taken the decision to develop harbours. From their perspective, DAFF provided an update on what the industry can expect from future fishing rights application processes and assured delegates that plans are in place to mitigate against some of the same problems that plagued recent processes.

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Vincent Sithole has been promoted to junior c s c s n o n o o on c s year as a research and o n ss s n nostic n has been promoted to nc n o Check’s transformer oil analysis laboratory in Cape o n Agnes Swanepoel has on c us enburg to handle business development and technical s s n on Stephanie du Plessis has on c n c ards Bay as team as a vibration n s s c n c n u on s on c u o handle the technical sales n cus o su o n u s s on c s business development and technical support for the u nc Ashley Mayer has on c n o n s nostic n

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rofessor Edward Synders said goodbye to colleagues from the Cape Peninsula University of Techno o unction c n s ti o s os tion o ti u s n u s no n o ti n us s nnounc the launch of a new business as well as the decision to take up the opportunity to teach at high school level ti n n ons o n His journey as a trailblazer in the industry will surely inspire his new o s o n ss s c s on o s c s of colour recruited by Safmarine, n n notion o co ntis n sti on o s c on the industry a number of former students and colleagues spoke at his unction s no s service to the industry; his leadership n s co n o ti nn n ticu “Prof Snyders has had an outstanding career and his has strived hard to c s o os tion ns a hard background to become a loyal o ti n us commented Captain Simon Pearson n s o s o Stepping into those shoes in an ctin c c s s also spoke about the professor’s con ution n ou s on leadership at CPUT, the focus has been on improvement and encouraged networking with companies in ti s co n u n Fees Must Fall campaign, you kept ti n on ou s on s s “You were determined that those passing through here would have no cus no o succ s Judith Snyders, wife to the professor,

was also on hand to announce n ou n s ti o us to adjust the sails and set a new cou s s s n o uc n u s s o n co n uc tion n n o utions ou c n o so on o s tis os ti o o n us s s Addressing his colleagues, Prof Snyder took a trip down memory lane as he outlined his 41-year mariti c s ou s year in 1977 when he joined Safman s c “That gap year turned out to run o o nu on came ashore in 1985, and that has n oun tion o o s n s ti n s s n ti cu cu u c n and faced a number of challenges nc u n o s n n n cadet berths and more recently us su s conc u s n s n huge privilege to shape the lives of oun ou c ns Fo un s ss on o ss on ti knowledge will not be lost as he continu s o ns n s Simons Town High School to follow in

ABOVE: Theresa Williams, Acting Head of Maritime Department at CPUT with Professor Edward Snyders. BELOW: Mr and Mrs Snyders, Prof Snyders' parents joined maritime stakeholders to celebrate their son's career.

BELOW: Vanisha Harry presents Prof Edward Snyders with a plaque.

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o o ou o nn c os ou n ntion n s u n un un co ou u o n so utions o c n s ou o ou on c on ss ou n ntion s os o Training Academy, in partnership with the s n n o oc o n on n s n ou co o ou n ntion s o nsu uu o c s n un n continu o n n c u co un n s s tions n n o o o un ti s n Siyaloba has a massive footprint in the coastal co un ti s o ou on n so track record of large scale community develop-

n o c succ ss co un ti s n n the Kouga region are extremely important to us, ticu un ou o o substance abuse, unemployment and low literacy n uc tion s s o nn c Foun n n n co s n s n o s s os u n o Co-op, encouraged the unemployed youth to o un o o us n ss s n o n s tions as this is how he became employed and “living s o n stin n o o o s s ous s o s n s n ti s from business were also given an opportunity to s n n s s us s n n n u o o un ti s ou

tion ou o n nc Siyaloba Training Academy, The Co-Op and oo n s ABOVE: A Youth Intervention was hosted recently by Siyaloba Training Academy, in partnership with the Eastern Cape Department of Social Development, at the Newton Hall in Jeffreys Bay Picture Credit: IMPACT STUDIO

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c n o s n co n o n n s tion n nc u u s ss importance of partnerships as he commented on s s n o o o holders to map out strategies to develop the s u cono co on n tion o sus nable Blue Economy in Nigeria will be chaired o n on n n on s c F c o o u c o nc n n on n n n o so co nc u s so u s s n un o n co s nc o n o o cu tion o u cono n ti ti n on s o s ons ti s The event was held under the theme “Partners o us n u o n no n o coun s n

c n contin n o co o s co ti n o o s co on o o s cu tion o u cono “Our passion for Africa’s partnership inspires ou s o n ssoc tion o c n ti n s tion o continu o nno s o u c n ti n s tions o o sus ntion o o cti s o c n n ti towards a peaceful, prosperous and integrated c u o o un o tic o s cono c o s n c s n s o s n s n ti s co nc u n n n co n n n n n c s n un o c no occ s on no s n os tion oo o c oc tion ou 900 km coastline, hence the need to work harmoniously to realise the blueprint of the o o o actualizing the concept of the Blue cono n c o contin n cono c o Also speaking at the event, Barrister Margaret Orakwusi, delivered the ti tion ti n tion ti Transport Policy Framework: How Far s o “For Nigeria to develop a robust and sus n ti s co s the need to prepare an all-inclusive

framework and strategy based on the development strategies of the African Union in line with n o n c n ti ns o s s n s ti o n ou u cono s tic tion cono c cti n s o s so u s on o u o ti s o o un ti s n c ns s n oc ns s o o co o ti s contin n so that we can compete favourably with couns no contin n s so c s ti o n ns ti oun tin o u uti s o cono c o n o n Also speaking at the event, Professor Babajide Alo, an environmental expert advised that on nnu c tion o occ s on partnership strategies to ensure sustainable n tion o so utions s ou considered to ensure that goals are achieved for n o nti c n contin n n o n o n on n n n co n n so Shipping, Barrister Obiageli Obi in their goodwill messages unanimously agreed that it is o n o o s n more and more dependent on resources from s s n oc ns notin s n n o cono c o c n o s n c ns s nsti u c n n on n s s o ntion o s c o nc of proper management of marine resources for o n o c n contin n n sus n nn

Mauritius celebrates hydrography day ustin u o n n tion un n us ssoc tion s n o n s n ssoc tion os s n ocus n on u co n u u un on s to prepare, Murphy helped provide insights and bust a s ou o c ABOVE: Tahra Sergeant, Justin Murphy and Patrick Holloway of the International Bunker Industry Association.

New branch for bursary fund

u n nc o n o o s ssoc tion u s Fun s unc u n u o u so un s no tin no n ou n c Under the leadership of Nomkhitha Mbele, the group has achieved good results through a mentoring and s ction o n c s s su ns ti n ons o n c oo n n u n n s o c no o o co n nc n u n o u so us un The fund annually supports, through bursaries about s u n s n ss o ti n n su ns ti nsti utions s us s s ntin o nnu u tion n o n cos o o un n u on tions n co o s onso s o with funds raised at local Cape-based fund raising ns

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no n on o tion o s u cu cou n tion o o c ss s n utic o uc s n c n o s un n Hydrographic Unit of the Ministry Housing and Lands was held today at J H Nagdan Hall, in o ou s ou o o o c so s on un

c os n s n n tion o c n s tion s oun tion o sus n s s oc ns n s o cti s o ocus on growing importance of hydrography and the knowledge of the shape, nature and depth of s oo s un n u n o o s sus n n cos cti us o o s s s oc ns n s This year’s theme also aims at enabling all stakeholders involved in hydrography to highs n c nc n o nc o cti ti s c co s o cti ti s n n o su o o s n tion o ction o n n on n co s on n n n s ti n s uc u s o nc sou c o tion n o co on n s o u cono n s ss n s o ous n n n s o c n n u tius o c c o s n n tion n n n tion o u s n o c s n n s co nc s nn s o n n nc o u tius n s s nc nc tion o o c n Minister Jhugroo recalled that the Hydrographic Unit was set up in 2013 following the signau o o n u o n s n n o n u tius n n n o o s o o n n coo tion n o o n ss s nc n o uction o n tion c s nn o s n o n tis n on ou s nc s n n n n tion s us s su o o so u co u tius n u co n so ss o s n on o o o c so o c n s c u n suc s u ti c o soun so ns n u c c n co c n s occ s on ns u oo n o o u o ss on no o c n o c su sc ou o c n o su o o tion o c c o n nc us on n uu n tion o uc s o on

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s o o o n n sti ti s u n ou n os o c u n ou c n n n tion ti nsti u n un Berths were made available on yachts Silver Girl and SV o s s o scu n uo n o s o o s s o s s s n o s n ns uc o n c u n ti u s s o tic in the annual MAC 24 Hour dingy race hosted by the n on u tic u n u n c s o c remarked that he would be “very happy to include the Sea s s s s co n n uu ctic s ns n s nn o o n s u o s n ou s s ou c s cn s nc u n nn o n cu n o s os This provided them with an opportunity to interact with the ou o n s n c s os n u s o os TS Woltemade Sea Cadets at Royal Cape Yacht Club Youth Day Regatta

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New Executive Managing Director for Africa and Middle East

hierry Pimi has been appointed s cuti n n co Cummins Africa and Middle East Area us n ss n s tion so s s s ous n n co u ns ou n c on n succ s no u Pimi has led the Cummins South Africa us n ss s nc n n s o n n nc s c co cial and system controls experience gained across the business and various n us s n o s n the company’s business model by u su n o o o un ti s n n o u on u ns n n the Corporate Strategy team at the co n u s n o u us USA where he led several projects n o n o o sti u n c u s tions n was appointed Africa Mining Business s s on tions s

s u o s c oss ontin n proved immensely valuable as he championed the Cummins 4-pillar support model for High Horsepower Engines to build Cummins power preference in Africa-bound new mining u n n ssu o o General Manager of Cummins North n s c on tions overseeing the deployment and conso tion o co n o n ntiti s n o occo n o o n n s n n no nc n building and expanding Cummins c ti s n on cons o be one of the fastest-growing areas in Africa for infrastructure development n n ction Pimi is a professional mechanical engineer with almost two decades’ experience in the energy, manufacturing n n n n us s u n

Cameroon where he earned a Bacho o c nc n c nc Engineering from the University of oun so o s s o us n ss n s tion majors in Finance and Strategy from n n n s n oo n on n n n ti c o Mining Studies from the University o tis o u n s s on su o o o otin oc talent and has unleashed diverse and capable teams across the regions in which he has worked, combining seasoned industry leaders with c tin n s u strong local market knowledge and so on us n ss cu u Thierry Pimi said of his appointment: o n Africa Middle East Business at what is undoubtedly a pivotal moment in our o n so n o ou on oo o o o n on n ou o n no Leaders to take the Africa and Middle s o succ ss u

Harbour master rotations in South Africa nsn tion o s u o s n several inter-port transfers within its complement of ou s s cti u Captain Sabelo Mdlalose is transferring from the Port of c s o succ n o o u n The Port of East London’s Harbour Master role will be n n ctin c c o s n tions n u s Captain Mdlalose will be succeeded by Captain Precious u o ns s o o o s on on o c s The role of Harbour Master at the Port of Cape Town will no n os c n ou s o o u n

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ABOVE: Captain Ian Merriman (centre) with his sons Ross (left) and Lloyd (right). Both sons are also at sea - Ross in superyachts and Lloyd, a Master Mariner, and working for AMSOL. This photograph was taken in 2016 after the ashes of Ian Merriman’s mother, Doris, and also of Captain Dai Davies, one of Ian’s mentors, were scattered at sea from Smit Amandla. Photograph : Brian Ingpen

A successful history of mastering towing operations

Although salvage and incidence response requires the efforts of a team both aboard tugs and as a back-up ashore; the experience and expertise of the tugmaster are of paramount importance for ultimate success. He digs deep into his experience when a towed vessel begins to yaw and he ensures that his tug in the right position to exert the most effective pulling power on a grounded vessel. His judgment is crucial to the safety of the tug and her crew as well as to the success of the mission.

o pick up the tow on a disabled vessel, he may have to manoeuvre his craft under the bow of the ship as it drifts close to a reef, making his task extremely urgent. His seamanship skills can be tested to the limit as he tries to rescue seamen struggling in the water or even in lifeboats in rough weather. The list is endless as each situation calls for its own level of action, backed up by appropriate experience. Indeed, the Tugmaster bears the ultimate responsibility for the success or otherwise of the operation. Captain Ian Merriman is such a person whose experience on the tugs; whose nous in terms of weather analysis, tides and currents, and whose rare seamanship knack have saved the day on several occasions. Salt also flowed in the family veins.

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For around 30 years, his great-grandfather, Captain Jock Willis, owned and commanded Cutty Sark, while his mother, Doris, was a WREN during World War II. Although he spent his younger years in the former Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), annual holiday trips to Beira allowed him to walk the docks; to savour the atmosphere of shipping and indeed, to board vessels in the harbour. Recruited When Safmarine’s Training Officer, Captain Jim Buchanan advertised a recruiting visit to Salisbury (Harare), young Ian jumped at the opportunity to be interviewed for a cadetship which had decidedly better prospects than spending time in the army. He impressed Jim Buchanan, was awarded a cadetship, and, with his school days astern, joined

Safmarine’s smart freighter SA Huguenot in February 1972. As he clambered up the ship’s gangway to begin his career at sea, his excitement was tempered by natural apprehension, but he took to the profession like a gull to water. Indeed, it became his life as he spent time in Safmarine’s VLCCS, reefer ships, Japanese and Dutch-built fast freighters and container ships. Early in his career, he had also served aboard the salvage tugs, but as they were alongside for long spells, denying him valuable seatime, he requested a transfer back to the cargo fleet. Moving quickly through the ranks, he gained his Master’s Certificate in 1981. With his first son to be born shortly and having risen to the rank of Chief Officer aboard the reefership Meltem Universal, he sought a variation to his career, and joined the South African harbour service (SAR&H) – as Relief Mate Number 13! “It was boring being alongside for hours on end at Number One Jetty,” he said and requested a transfer to Richards Bay to work on the dredgers and harbour tugs. A new start But the monotony of working in the harbour at that time saw Merriman return to his first love in 1982 as Second

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FAR LEFT: Wolraad Woltemade in Curacao for bunkers. Photograph: Ian Merriman Collection

LEFT: Deepsea towing involves working in close quarters with the vessel under tow and often with other tugs. Late in 2004, Wolraad Woltemade began the tow of the LNG FPSO Sanha from Japan to Cape Town where, in early 2005, she passed the tow to her sistership Smit Amandla as shown in this photograph. SA Amandla completed the tow of Sanha to Angola where the FPSO took up station. Photograph: Ian Merriman Collection

Mate aboard Wolraad Woltemade with which he would be associated for the next 27 years. Seven years later, he was promoted to Master of the tug. That appointment gave new impetus to his career. He relished the complex ship-handling and real seamanship associated with these tugs. “On the tug, you’re down next to the sea,” he enthuses with considerable expression, “you hear it, close up, and you feel the spray on your face!” And many times has he had to manoeuvre his tug with meticulous care to close a disabled vessel in bad weather or to avoid his tug stranding on the same reef that was holding a casualty. His first operation as Master would test his abilities to the extreme. Amid a south-west gale and rough seas, the tug was anchored off Plettenberg Bay when she was ordered to sea as the towing line between a tug, Stella, and the unmanned barge, Shillilagh 1, had parted, leaving the barge adrift in those adverse conditions. To everyone’s delight, the operation was to be conducted in terms of a Lloyd’s Open Form – a no cure, no pay statutory agreement used in salvage work. Wolraad Woltemade reached the barge the next morning to find that the towing tug had been damaged by the storm; that most of her towing line was hanging down from the barge, and that Stella did not have a spare towing line. In that heavy swell, Wolraad Woltemade’s Chief Officer Kevin Tate and Second Engineer Rob Swier boarded the barge and Swier cut through the bridle leg, releasing the damaged towing line before they connected a line from Wolraad Woltemade. Merriman then set course for Port Elizabeth and, with the sea still extremely turbulent, the tug delivered the barge making his first salvage job as Master a

“On the tug, you’re down next to the sea. You hear it, close up, and you feel the spray on your face!” resounding success. Massive mission In the comfort of his home, Merriman reflected on a another contract in August 1991 as his most nerve-wracking experience. “I hadn’t done any job involving such a large, deep-draughted ship before,” he said. “We were in Cape Town,” he recalls, “and, as things were quiet, I went to buy golf clubs. Then my pager went.” Wolraad Woltemade had been idle for four months since towing the 181-metre forest products carrier Kiwi Arrow into Cape Town. “Where are you?” asked a rather agitated Captain Dai Davies. “Get yourself back to the tug now,” he said. “A tanker’s in trouble!” Merriman hastened back to the tug where the crew had already singled up, and, within minutes, the powerful tug had put to sea and into extreme weather. “When we were off Cape Agulhas,” he recalled, “the swell was probably close to 30 metres!” In mid-July, the 363-metre Norwegian tanker Mimosa had sailed from the Arabian Gulf with a full cargo of about 350,000 tons of crude oil, destined for Rotterdam. Her voyage along the east coast of Africa had been uneventful, but as she passed East London, she encountered deteriorating weather as a depression and its accompanying gale had stirred up the sea to an alarming degree. In extremely heavy seas to the east of Algoa Bay, Mimosa suffered a failure in the hydraulic steering gear making it impossible to steer and rendering the

vessel at the mercy of the huge swell. Before long, she was beam-on to the swell, exposing the hull to severe stress that caused her to crack, and, driven by the heavy swell, she was drifting towards Cape Recife. Alarming the South African authorities was the severe and serious threat of the huge, laden tanker drifting ashore and breaking up, or that the cracking would result in her breaking up at sea. In either event, the prospect of the world’s largest oil spill was too ghastly to contemplate. Wolraad Woltemade arrived at the scene and, despite the extreme difficulty of connecting up amid such rough conditions, she began to turn the tanker with her bow into the swell. Although the intervention of the tug had ameliorated the situation a little, Mimosa was not out of danger, particularly as that enormous swell continued. Under the command of Captain Danny Betts, John Ross arrived later, and connected up aft to act as the steering vessel, while Wolraad Woltemade towed Mimosa into Algoa Bay where, over several days, her oil cargo was transshipped to her sistership, Hansa Vega that miraculously had been passing in ballast at the time. Once the marathon transshipment had been completed, Wolraad Woltemade began the long tow of the damaged tanker to Dubai for repairs. Considering what could have happened had the tugs not been able to respond as they did – the possible loss of the large, modern ship and extensive oil pollution of the Eastern Cape coastline on a mind-boggling scale that would have cost millions to clean up – London arbitrators awarded a record salvage claim to

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ABOVE: The VLCC Kulu ¸ one of the Safmarinemanaged tankers in which Ian Merriman served. Had he not become a tug specialist, he probably would have become a tanker man. “I really enjoyed my time in tankers,” he said. Photograph: Brian Ingpen Collection

ABOVE RIGHT: When built, SA Wolraad Woltemade (later Wolraad Woltemade) and her Durbanbuilt sistership SA John Ross (later John Ross, Smit Amandla and currently SA Amandla) had an A-frame mast and derrick abaft the funnel. This was removed and a short foremast was fitted close to the bow. Photograph: Brian Ingpen Collection

RIGHT: Smit Amandla towing Samos Legend. The tug had picked up the tow about 900 nautical miles west of Cape Town after the bulker suffered machinery failure. Photograph: Ian Merriman Collection

Pentow Marine. Stranded In 1996 the tug mobilised in similar weather to assist the Bank Line cargoship Olivebank, stranded in appalling weather conditions off Cape Point. Such was the sea-state that it was dark by the time she arrived at the scene to find Olivebank pitching and rolling frightfully. Apart from her crew, the freighter had four passengers aboard and was blacked out following an extensive power failure aboard. Drawing on all his seamanship experience, Captain Merriman manoeuvred the tug almost under the bow of the vessel, both of which were being subjected to violent movement. Indeed, such were the conditions that her crew could not go to the fo’c’sle to receive a line from the tug. Working frantically through the night in the rolling ship, the ship’s engineers restored power, and, as daylight came, she got underway to head for Simon’s Town, escorted by the tug. Merrimen’s seamanship came to the fore in 1997 when he took Wolraad Woltemade through the Bering Strait to the Chuckchi Sea to link up to the Molikpaq for a tandem tow to South Korea with Smit Singapore, commanded by Captain Harm Jongman. Molikpaq is an oil rig designed for Arctic conditions and sporting a heavy steel skirt to deflect ice floes and whose main deck towers 29 metres above the sea. Awkward to tow, this 111-metre wide

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structure was nearly Ian Merriman’s Nemesis When passing the Kuril Islands, the convoy received conflicting reports of the predicted passage of Super Typhoon David, insofar as National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts indicated that it would miss the area, while the Japanese forecasters warned that the typhoon would pass close to the course of the towing convoy – and they were right! The eye of the typhoon passed directly over the convoy and in extreme force winds and raging seas, the tugs hove to and awaited the passage of David when unfortunately Smit Singapore’s tow wire parted at her stern roller. It was left to Wolraad Woltemade to hold the rig whose vast windage area simply made the task seemingly too great. At one stage, the rig was dragging the tug astern towards the islands and into shallower water; a situation that was aggravated by the threat that the remaining towing line to the South African tug would also part or become snagged on the sea bed. “At times,” Ian Merriman said, “it was like a piano wire!” Merriman kept his tug and tow heading into the sea, and gradually redeemed the situation, inching further from the coast, until Smit Singapore reconnected to the rig. With significant relief, the convoy arrived in South Korea. Beached In September 2001 it was Merriman and the Wolraad Woltemade that replaced

the John Ross to attend to the bulker Ikan Tanda that had broken down off the coast, and had been driven ashore by a westerly gale that had whipped up 17-metre swells. After the removal of the fuel, on the spring high tide in mid-October, the big pull began and the tug succeeding in swinging the bulker significantly, but she did not escape from the shore. In the wee hours of 17 October, as the tide rose, Merriman felt the tow suddenly slacken, and, to his astonishment, the ship shot off the beach at a considerable speed! It took all his experience to turn his tug to starboard and to regain control over the line to ensure that the bulker did not ground on another reef! As no port wanted to admit a damaged ship, Merriman was ordered to tow Ikan Tanda 200 miles out to sea and to sink her. Tsunami tow Towing the FPSO Sanha from Korea to west Africa, Wolraad Woltemade, under Merriman’s command, had reached the northern end of the Straits of Malacca on 26 December 2004 when that fearful tsunami was racing across the seas to sow destruction along the Indian Ocean rim. All that the tug’s logbook recorded about the effects of the tsunami was “a confused swell”. While the tug and her tow continued their voyage, her crew remained ignorant of the mega disaster that had occurred ashore, until concerned office staff contacted them to ascertain whether she had suffered any damage. Grounded Disabled following machinery failure off the coast near Knysna in August 2013, the bulker Kiani Satu began drifting towards the coast. She dropped anchor, but, in heavy weather, she broke the anchor chain, and dragged the other before grounding around spring high tide. This was despite valiant but unsuccessful attempts by an anchor-handling tug to drag her clear of the coast. The heavy surf moved her further inshore, not a good prognosis for successful salvage, particularly as she sustained some structural damage.

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Under Captain Merriman’s command Smit Amandla (ex-John Ross) hastened from Cape Town, and connected a towing line. In the wake of a depression that passed the coast a few days later, the associated heavy swell lifted the stranded vessel occasionally, and, with the tug at full power around high tide, she was refloated. It sounds simple, but Merriman was on the bridge for almost 36 hours to ensure success, while those important arrangements ashore were handled by a team led by the equally experienced Captain Ian Carrasco, the company’s on-site salvage master. Accolades aplenty Dozens of other ocean tows and salvage operations, each with its unique difficulties, fill Ian Merriman’s personal records. Indeed, during his 29-year period in command some remarkable feats have been achieved. Yet he is an unassuming man, deflecting accolades. “I have had the privilege of sailing with some really impressive people,” he readily acknowledges. “Engineers wrought miracles to keep those engines going; some lugged equipment aboard stricken vessels to facilitate a salvage operation; all went extra miles to make sure we gave a good service.” He points to the role of the deck officers and ratings, each playing significant roles in connecting up tows, often in trying circumstances or in wild seas. They did their job of navigating or steering or keeping a lookout in some of

the most difficult and congested waterways, while dragging astern massive rigs, FPSOs or disabled ships. And of course, in the galley, the chef and his assistants kept the human engines going, sometimes in extreme weather that makes even sandwich preparation difficult. Ashore, he enjoyed support from experts who had charted similar career courses to his, and from whom he learnt the ways of the salvor. Although teamwork and improvisation are among the essentials for successful salvage and ocean towing require a strong, decisive hand on the helm, embodied by Ian Merriman. He confided that he once had contemplated an accountancy career, a notion long-buried by his successful and interesting career at sea. But it has been more than a career for him. It has enveloped his life; he has been consumed by a deep passion for his tug and the entire salvage scene. With tears flowing, this outwardly tough salvage tugmaster displayed that passion when, in December 2009, his beloved Wolraad Woltemade sailed from Cape Town, bound to the scrapyard beach at Alang. “I loved that old girl,” he whispered. Look no further than his ample pub at his Somerset West home to find more evidence of his passion for the sea, for ships in general, and, in particular, for his tugs. On its walls hang numerous mementos

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of his distinguished career; while national team photographs, signed souvenirs of important matches and other artefacts are symbolic of his other passion - cricket. With rich experience gained during voyages amid Arctic ice, or through mirror-like tropical waters, or taking his tug through the Cape’s wild winter seas, he has emerged as a leading figure in the salvage scene. When he ordered full ahead on passage on sailing from Cape Town in January 2017 to assist the bulker United Stars that had broken down off the southern Cape coast, Captain Merriman notched up his hundredth salvage or ocean operation while commanding South Africa’s big tugs. That record will not be equalled. And, with him also having weathered a remarkable 46 winters at sea, the country should salute this thorough professional in his field.

ABOVE: Smit Amandla, with Captain Merriman in command, towing Kiani Satu from the beach near Buffels Bay, along the southern Cape coast in August 2013. Photograph: AMSOL

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Seen as a potential source of food, turtle populations along the KwaZulu Natal coast have been in a steady decline since 1960 as local communities killed them for their meat and illegally harvested their eggs.

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Turning poachers into custodians

o advance the much-needed protection of the nesting turtles, the Ezemvelo Turtle Monitoring Programme was initiated. To tackle the decline in the nesting turtles’ population, the programme’s aim was, and still is, to turn the poachers into custodians. The programme has seen significant job creation within the coastal communities and created a sense of ownership for the wildlife and the environment along the coastline. To date, due to the initiation of the turtle monitoring programme, the Loggerhead turtles have experienced a

significant increase in numbers, while the nesting Leatherback turtle population is stabilising. There are approximately only 80 nesting Leatherback and 935 Loggerhead turtles that visit our shores annually. The continuation of this programme is necessary as it is their only chance at survival. Turtles play an important role in maintaining the health of the world’s oceans. Their roles range from maintaining productive coral reef systems, to transporting essential nutrients from the oceans to beaches and coastal dunes.

Gearing up to tackle marine pollution

he South African government has taken steps to mitigate marine pollution through the establishment of an Incident Management Organisation (IMOrg) within the National Department of Transport. The aim is to maintain a national system for preparedness and response to major marine pollution, as well as to assess the level of preparedness and response. The IMOrg will also ensure that there is a standardised national approach towards managing oil spills in the South African coastline. The organisation consists of institutions such as the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), National Disaster Management Centre, Petroleum Agency of South Africa, Department of Environmental Affairs and Department of Mineral & Resources. The IMOrg is charged with managing oil and gas spillages, as well as to undertake sea rescue missions for distraught vessels and seafarers along the 2,798 kilometre South African coastline. The IMOrg is chaired by the department and has adopted the Incident Management System (IMS) as the preferred model for oil spill response in the marine environment.

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As the turtle population declines, so does the ability to fulfil vital functions in ocean ecosystems. “This programme is not only crucial for the survival of the Loggerhead and Leatherback Turtle populations, but also very important for the local communities who are truly invested in it. A programme such as this does not only create jobs, it also creates custodians of nature and wildlife, ambassadors that truly believe in the conservation and protection of unique, biodiverse areas such as the iSimangaliso Wetland Park,” commented Lauren van Nijkerk of the WILDTRUST. To keep this programme running, WILDOCEANS, a programme of WILDTRUST, has launched a crowdfunding campaign in partnership with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife and DIFFERENT.ORG. The goal is to raise R300,000 for the programme by the end of this year. “We’re excited to be partnering with WILDTRUST for this hugely impactful programme that seeks to conserve and protect vulnerable turtle populations while involving the local community in this process in a sustainable, meaningful way,” commented Simone Gregor, Head of DIFFERENT.ORG. To donate , spread the word and make a difference, simply scan the QR code below for more information.

Fighting plastic waste in our seas News about the amount of litter entering the seas, particularly plastic waste, is hitting the headlines with increasing frequency. There is justifiable cause for concern. Conservative estimates are that 350kgs of plastic is entering our seas every second (that is about 20 tons per minute). If these growth trends continue, then the amount of plastic entering the oceans of the world will double by 2045. This would not be a problem if plastic were totally inert, decomposed and became a beneficial part of the marine ecosystem, but this is not the case. Plastic does not decompose, it accumulates and can remain in the sea for centuries. This means that every minute of every day we are adding about 20 tons to the estimated 150 million tons of plastic already in the seas.

Impacts on marine Life and economies The news media and many webpages show pictures of whales, dolphins, birds, seals, turtles and other animals which have been killed by the plastic they mistook for food and ate. Other photographs show how these same groups of animals get entangled by plastic and either become deformed by the entanglement as they grow, or they die. Millions of animals, drawn from more than 260 different species, are killed each year. Such photographs have an emotive impact, but other telling issues are that plastics affect the health of the environment and humans, have an impact on tourism and national economies. Furthermore, plastic which enters the seas has an economic value. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation estimates that from packaging materials alone the world is discarding plastic that is worth between US$ 80 and 120 billion per annum.

used once and then discarded to enter the seas.

Origins of debris in the sea About 85 to 90% of plastic (including microplastics which are not discussed here) enter the sea from the land, the remainder comes from ships and other vessels at sea. Currently, more plastic waste pours into the oceans from Asia than any other continent. Africa is the second-most polluted continent and is rapidly becoming worse. If trends continue, then Africa may overtake South East Asia within the next 20 years.

using modern technologies and innovative science. Such quantification will set measurable baselines upon which to develop strategies and monitor the impact of strategic actions, including clean-ups,

harness the circular economy, with a focus on developing sustainable, viable economic enterprises in impoverished areas, and

build a powerful network to share

ideas, promote education and awareness as well as advocate for actions and implementation of appropriate steps.

These actions will collectively help the countries of Africa meet the UN Sustainability Development Goals, particularly SDG 14.1.

African Marine Waste Network The African Marine Waste Network (AMWN) was formed to find solutions for the 38 coastal and island states of Africa and to promote networking within countries and across borders. Network activities began at the international conference convened by AMWN in July 2017 which drew together experts from Africa and elsewhere in the world to decide on priorities in planning the way forwards. Workshops and discussion groups dominated the conference, focused on finding solutions and concluded that the top priorities are:

to build capacity and skills across the board, including in the shipping arenas and harbours. Building capacity will be coordinated by the AMWN through a multi-institutional “African Waste Academy”,

Much of this enters the seas, but if it were collected before being lost to the oceans it could reenter the economies, create jobs, alleviate poverty and reduce the need to call upon oil to meet the growing demand for plastic.

promote education and awareness

These are among the many compelling reasons for ensuring that plastics do enter the circular economies and are not

quantify the level of waste in Africa

programmes in schools, businesses, municipalities, civil society,

Dr A (Tony) Ribbink is CEO of the Sustainable Seas Trust which is the organization that is running the African Marine Waste Network. Articles on marine litter, particularly plastic waste will feature in Maritime Review Africa.

Everyone in the maritime Industry should be taking active steps to reduce pollution of the seas. In the issues of Maritime Review Africa that follow, the AMWN will share progress on developments and provide guidance on actions that should be followed. AMWN also invites suggestions.

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Spotting a path for people and sharks to coexist Sarah Waries is the CEO of Shark Spotters and is responsible for the management, coordination and strategic development of the NPO. Shark Spotters combines sustainable shark safety solutions, applied research, environmental education and job creation to minimise conflict between people and sharks. Natalie Janse spoke to her about the challenges faced by Cape Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shark Spotters. How did your career path lead you to your current position as CEO of Shark Spotters? I did not start my career with the intention of being involved in marine conservation. I studied Zoology in the United Kingdom and, as part of my Honours degree, came to Cape Town to study the baboons, thinking I was going to pursue a career in terrestrial animal behaviour. That changed when I visited the Cape Peninsula and fell in love with the amazing coastline and communities there. I ended up moving out here permanently in 2005 and started working at a small environmental organisation managing coastal cleanup and environmental monitoring projects. The opportunity to work at Shark Spotters arose in 2008 and I have been running the programme ever since. Needless to say, my passion for the marine environment has grown since then and I have had some amazing experiences and opportunities over the past 10 years.

What does your job entail on a daily basis? The majority of my work is office based, but thankfully is diverse enough that there is never a dull moment. It also helps when your office is on the beach. Every day is different, whether it be dealing with shark sightings and beach closures, training spotters, completing funding applications, doing media interviews, dealing with HR issues or managing budgets.

What aspects of your job do you really enjoy? I am involved with all aspects of running the programme and find the variety in my workday is very stimulating and rewarding. I like the fact that one day I can be sitting in the office doing paperwork and the next will be on the beach dealing with a stranded whale, or on the mountain with the spotters. I also really enjoy the team that we have built at Shark Spotters. We are all from very different backgrounds, but have worked together for many years and are all extremely passionate about ocean conservation, which makes it a really fun

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and inspiring place to work.

What aspects of your job do you find more challenging? Dealing with conflict situations is always difficult, and at Shark Spotters that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just happen when there is a shark bite incident - it is a daily challenge. From surfers being upset at being called out of the water, to local businesses concerned that shark sightings could scare tourists away; it is inevitable that friction will arise when you have sharks and people sharing the same space. While I may not always enjoy the challenges that managing these conflicts pose, it does remind me of the importance of the education work that we do and that, by changing peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

perceptions of sharks from fear to understanding and acceptance, we can work towards the sustainable coexistence of people and sharks.

Where does your passion for the environment come from? I was fortunate to have a very cosmopolitan upbringing, living and travelling in a number of different countries, and so got to experience some amazing natural wonders and environments. I was instantly drawn to the fascinating animals and habitats that I saw, and my parents fostered this interest and encouraged me to follow a career in conservation. As an adult I find it easy to stay inspired by the beautiful environment I live in and the amazing things I get to experience on a daily basis.

Do you have any conservation role models? When I was about 12 years old I attended a lecture by Jane Goodall and was fortunate enough to meet her

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International operation nets results

our live sharks, a live pangolin, 700kg of abalone, ivory and rhino horn were seized, and 13 people were arrested for a range of illegal wildlife trade charges as part of South Africa’s contribution to the global Operation Thunderstorm earlier this year. Planned during its meeting in Singapore last year, the INTERPOL Wildlife Crime Working Group instigated the month-long international operation that resulted in 1,974 seizures and 1,400 arrests during investigations and searches in 92 countries. The operation saw eight tonnes of pangolin scales seized worldwide, including almost four tonnes by Vietnamese maritime authorities on board a ship arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo. In South Africa, the South African Police Service; the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigations (Hawks); SARS Customs; the Environmental Management Inspectorate (Green Scorpions) from the Department of Environmental Affairs, SANParks, the provincial conservation authorities and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry law enforcement officers participated in the operation. Amongst the success recorded was the confiscation of four endangered Spotted Ragged Tooth Sharks, also known as the Sand Tiger Shark or Dusky Shark, at Cape Town International Airport during an inspection of a container holding the illegal consignment. The seizure of the live sharks which were being exported to the Netherlands is an indication that the problem of live shark smuggling is bigger than initially believed as demand for live sharks from aquariums has increased. The sharks were seized after it was determined that they were being exported without the required permits in terms of the Marine Living Resources Act and the Marine Threatened or Protected Species Regulations. The sharks had originated from Port Alfred. A laptop, cellphone and documents were seized during the operation. No arrests have been made and the investigation is continuing. Three men were arrested in Walkerville on 11 May for the unlawful possession of 700kg of abalone valued at R3.5 million, and operating a fish processing facility without a permit. Members of the police and the Green Scorpions had executed a search warrant on the facility. A total of 18,000 units of abalone were seized. Members of the Green Scorpions, customs officials and Fisheries Control Officers of DAFF rummaged a ship in Durban harbour, while ad hoc tailgate and container searches were also done in the harbour. During dockside inspections by the Green Scorpions and Fisheries Control Officers of the validity of fishing permits of local fishermen, abandoned catches that included mussels and under-sized fish were seized. No arrests were made. “By leveraging the global network of worldwide environmental law enforcement experts and customs community’s commitment to protecting wildlife, WCO and its partners have clearly illustrated the power and effectiveness of international cooperation in keeping our natural heritage safe, both now and for future generations,” said WCO Secretary General Kunio Mikuriya.

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afterwards. She has always inspired me as a strong woman who broke barriers to make a significant impact in her field despite it being traditionally male dominated. Since entering the professional field myself I am very grateful to my colleagues at Shark Spotters and the City of Cape Town (our main funder) for their guidance and the great example they have set for me. What do you think is the most pressing problem facing the maritime environment that needs to be addressed within the next 5 – 10 years? While issues such as plastic pollution and overfishing are probably the major threats facing the ocean at this time, in the field that I work in, managing sharkhuman conflict in a sustainable manner is a critical issue that we need to solve. The frequency of shark bites is increasing worldwide, with hotspots such as Australia, Reunion, South Africa and the USA increasingly dealing with the negative impacts that shark attacks have on local communities and economies. The traditional solution to this has been lethal control – catching and killing sharks to reduce the risk. However as we understand more about the critical role sharks play in ecosystem function and resilience, we realise the importance of finding sustainable, non-lethal solutions to reduce the risk of shark bites.

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Environmental Affairs hosts SA Agulhas II open day in Comoros

he Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) in partnership with the South African Embassy in Comoros, hosted an open day aboard its research and polar vessel the SA Agulhas II during July in Comoros. The Open Day gave dignitaries, school learners and teachers from Ngazidja, students from University of the Comoros and Research Institute, as well as members of the media an opportunity to explore the ship and the department’s work in the ocean and coastal environment. Visitors enjoyed guided tours of the vessel, from its state-of-the-art science laboratories to the lounge area which is

Illegal removal of sand threatens dunes in Beira

ccording to reports on the Mozambique Press Service, police have arrested 11 people in Beira for illegally removing sand from Beira’s beaches, destroying the dunes that form part of the city’s protection against coastal erosion. The coastal protection police also seized trucks and hand carts used to remove the sand. The sand is used for construction and the accused maintain that they cannot obtain sand elsewhere because the areas where they live are swampy, reported a daily newspaper last month. Residents interviewed by “Noticias” defend the stealing of sand from beaches, on the grounds that they do not have the money to obtain sand from appropriate places inland. Beira cannot afford the destruction of the dunes. Parts of the city are below sea level, and that level is gradually rising due to climate change. With the removal of natural barriers such as the dunes, Beira becomes even more vulnerable to disasters.

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dedicated to the late South African music icon Miriam Makeba. During his keynote address Ambassador of the Comoros, His Excellency Mbulelo Bungane, took the opportunity to highlight the centenary celebrations for former president Nelson Mandela and struggle heroin Albertina Sisulu. “We are celebrating the centenary of two of our leaders, President Nelson Mandela and Mama Albertina Sisulu, however, the focus this month is on President Mandela, as you may know his birthday is 18 July. In collaboration with our colleagues from the Department of Environmental Affairs, we decided to use the occasion of the presence in the Comoros of this magnificent vessel, the SA Agulhas II, to kick-start our celebrations of President Mandela’s Centenary,” he said. Guests also had an opportunity to engage and learn about South Africa’s second training and capacity building voyage for the Second International Indian Ocean Expedition II (IIOE2). The IIOE2 is a multi-national programme of the United Nations Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) which emphasises the need to research the Indian Ocean and its influence on the climate and its marine ecosystem. The IOC recognised that there was a persistent lack of basic long-term environmental information in the Indian Ocean, particularly for developing countries surrounding the Indian Ocean. On-board were DEA research staff and trainee-participants from Tanzania, Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Congo,

Zimbabwe and Mozambique. “The exposure that the scientists of the Comoros have had in the past few days on this vessel as well as the visit by the young students, is a way by South Africa to say to the people of Comoros especially its children that we care about your future and the development of your country. Let us use education as a tool as described by Nelson Mandela,” said Ambassador Bungane. The gathering of basic long-term environmental data and information on this cruise will place developing countries of the Indian Ocean, in a better position to conserve the integrity of its ocean, find ways to unlock their respective potential Ocean Economies to improve the lives of their citizens; and to better detect and adapt to ocean related threats to coastal communities and infrastructure. “The Comoros has immense wealth potential in its ocean which can only be accessed through science and technology. Today South Africa is inviting the Comoros through its scientists and the schools for a partnership that will be mutually beneficial to our countries and peoples. Let the scientific work and demonstrations that have started on this vessel be a foundation for future cooperation in the areas of marine science, biodiversity, and conversation of the ocean environment. Indeed in the whole Ocean Economy sector, and turn this potential into an engine for growth and development,” added Ambassador Bungane. The IIOE2 voyage aboard the SA Agulhas II commenced on 10 June 2018 to complete a total of 46 stations having covered Tanzania and Comoros.

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SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Escape Route Signs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 ◊ Fire Equipment Signs

Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 List your company’s details here ◊ Fire-Fighting Equipment

List your company’s details here ◊ Liferaft Service

Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511

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8396 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 ◊ Rescue Craft Davits

Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Safety Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 ◊ Safety Signs

Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888

ENGINE ROOM AND PROPULSION GEAR / SERVICING ◊ Adjustable Mounting Chock

Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za ◊ Anodes

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrind-

rod.com ◊ Auxiliary Gensets

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power: Dbn Tel: 031 000 0050; Cpt Tel 021 959 8200 Cummins South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 945 1888; Fax 021 945 2288 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Bow Thrusters

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Compressor - High Pressure

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ◊ Control Cables

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 List your company’s details here ◊ Couplings

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049 ◊ Diesel Generator Sets

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power: Dbn Tel 031 000 0050; Cpt Tel 021 959 8200 Cummins South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 945 1888; Fax 021 945 2288 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 MTU South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 529 5760; info@MTU-online. co.za

Peninsula Power Products: Tel 021 511 5061; Fax 021 511 5441 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Engines

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power Systems: Tel 031 000 0047; Fax 031 000 0051 Cummins South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 945 1888; Fax 021 945 2288 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 MTU South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 529 5760; info@MTU-online. co.za Peninsula Power Products: Tel 021 511 5061; Fax 021 511 5441 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049 ◊ Engine, Gearbox & Oil Coolers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za ◊ Engine & Gearbox Controls

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power: Dbn Tel 031 000 050; Cpt Tel 021 959 8200 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za ◊ Engine Starting Systems

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ◊ Fresh Water Generators

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Fuel & Lubrication Oil Treatment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793

Products and services SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za

◊ Gearbox Sales

◊ Nozzles

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power Systems: Tel 031 000 0047; Fax 031 000 0051 Peninsula Power Products: Tel 021 511 5061; Fax 021 511 5441 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za

◊ Gearbox Spares, Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power Systems: Tel 031 000 0047; Fax 031 000 0051 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ General Engineering Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Peninsula Power Products: Tel 021 511 5061; Fax 021 511 5441 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Generators

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power: Dbn Tel 031 000 0050; Cpt Tel 021 959 8200 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 MTU South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 529 5760; info@MTU-online. co.za SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Governors

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550

◊ Oil Coolers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za ◊ Oily Water Separators

SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za Barloworld Power: Dbn Tel 031 000 0050; Cpt Tel 021 959 8200 Cummins South Africa (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 945 1888; Fax 021 945 2288 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049

Fax 021 527 7050 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049

◊ Spare Parts

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Barloworld Power: Dbn Tel 031 000 0050; Cpt Tel 02 959 8200 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

◊ Propeller Repairs, Systems

◊ Steerable Thrusters

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702

◊ Pitch Propeller Repairs

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Pneumatic Engine Control Repairs

◊ Propellers

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Southern Power Products (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 511 0653; Fax 021 510 3049 ◊ Propulsion Systems

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206

BUYERS’ GUIDE

◊ Spur Net Cutters

Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za ◊ Turbochargers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Valves

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 List your company’s details here ◊ Water Jets

FISHING GEAR ◊ Long Line Winches, Sales & Repairs ◊ Netting, Twines

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 Scaw SA (Pty) Ltd: Tel Cpt 021 508 1500; Dbn 031 450 7400 ◊ Seabed Surveys

◊ Spurs Net Cutters

Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za ◊ Trawls

Scaw SA (Pty) Ltd: Tel Cpt 021 508 1500; Dbn 031 450 7400 ◊ Trawl Bobbins

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ◊ Trawl Doors

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ◊ Trawl Floats

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ◊ Trawl Repairs

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ◊ Trawl Winches, Sales & Repairs

List your company’s details here

FISH PROCESSING EQUIPMENT ◊ Blast Freezers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 ◊ Cannery Equipment

List your company’s details here ◊ Chillers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 ◊ Cutting Machines

List your company’s details here ◊ Filletting Machines

List your company’s details here ◊ Fishmeal Plants

SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Freezers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040;

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Products and services

◊ Ice Makers

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 ◊ RSW Plants

SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Scales

List your company’s details here

NAVIGATION COMMUNICATION AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT / SERVICING ◊ Antenna Instruments

Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Automatic Steering

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Autotrawl Systems

Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 List your company’s details here ◊ Compasses

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Computer Systems & Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

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511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ GMDSS Stations

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886

◊ Gyros

◊ Electronic Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Electronic Surveillance

Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Fish Finding Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Maritime Communication Equipment

◊ Navigation Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 ◊ Navigation Light Fittings and Spare Globes

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za

Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 ◊ Precise DGPS Positioning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Radio Remote Control

List your company’s details here ◊ Radio Sales, Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 Satellite Phones and Email ◊ Satelite Phones & Email

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040;

Products and services Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Telecommunications

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Data Solutions: Tel 021 386 8517; Fax 021 386 8519 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Weather & Receivers

PROFESSIONAL & SPECIALISED SERVICES ◊ Acoustic Surveys

Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Aluminium Technical Information

Hulamin (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 507 9100; Fax 021 534 2469 ◊ Attorneys Maritime Law

Bowman Gilfillan: CPT Tel 021 480 7811; Fax 021 424 1688: DBN Tel 031 265 0651; Fax 086 604 6318

SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 ◊ Consultancy & Training

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 Allweld Solutions: Tel 021 510 1482; Fax 021 510 8082 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 SMD Telecommunications: Tel 021 511 0556; Fax 021 511 2886 TETA: Tel 021 531 3064; Fax 021 5313063 ◊ Consultants

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 Offshore Maritime Services: Tel 021 425 3372; Fax 021 425 3379 Sturrock Grindrod Maritime: Tel 021 405 8200; email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302

507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752

◊ Fisheries Research

◊ Onsite Machining

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 Anchor Environmental: Tel 021 701 3420; Email admin@anchorenvironmental.co.za Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 ◊ Harbour, Ocean Towage

Servest Marine Services: Tel 021 448 3500; Fax 021 447 0895 ◊ Heavy Lift

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 ◊ Inspection & Testing Services

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Laser Alignment

Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za ◊ Launch Services

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Servest Marine Services: Tel 021 448 3500; Fax 021 447 0895 Offshore Maritime Services: Tel 021 425 3372; Fax 021 425 3379

◊ Consulting Engineers

◊ Logistics

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Sturrock Grindrod Maritime: Tel 021 405 8200; email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

◊ Crew Transport Services

Servest Marine Services: Tel 021 448 3500; Fax 021 447 0895 ◊ Equipment Selection & Procurement

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Grindrod Marine Services: Tel 021 511 5504; Fax 021 511 1770: Dbn: Tel 031 274 4700; Fax 031 274 4996 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302

◊ Marine Surveyors

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Offshore Maritime Services: Tel 021 425 3372 Fax 021 425 3379 ◊ Maritime Training

Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Marine Solutions: Tel 021 511 0843; Email barry@marinesolutions.co.za Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 Sea Safety Training Centre: Tel 022 742 1297; Fax 022 742 1365 Unicorn Training School: Tel 031 274 4770 Fax 031 5578

◊ Enviromental Services

◊ Naval Architects

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885

Anchor Environmental: Tel 021 701 3420; Email admin@anchorenvironmental.co.za

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

◊ Classification Societies

◊ Ferry Services

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021

◊ Bulk Terminals

BUYERS’ GUIDE

◊ Net Monitoring

Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ P & I Club Representatives

Bowman Gilfillan: CPT Tel 021 480 7811; Fax 021 424 1688: DBN 031 265 0651; Fax 086 604 6318 ◊ Personnel Agency

DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Project Management

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Sturrock Grindrod Maritime: Tel 021 405 8200; info@sturrockgrindrod.com Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Salvors

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Seabed Surveys

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 Marine Radio Acoustic Devices: Tel 021 559 4003; Fax 021 559 2752 Marine Solutions: Tel 021 511 0843; Email barry@marinesolutions.co.za Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Ship Management

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702

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Products and services

Sturrock Grindrod Maritime: Tel 021 405 8200; email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

PUMPS

◊ Ship Registration

◊ Ballast Water Systems

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888

◊ Spares Procurement

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Grindrod Marine Services: Tel 021 511 5504; Fax 021 511 1770: Dbn: Tel 031 274 4700; Fax 031 274 4996 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 ◊ STCW 95Training

Unicorn Training School: Tel 031 274 4770 Fax 031 5578 ◊ Superintendent (Marine)

◊ Bilge Pumps

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za Sturrock Grindrod Maritime: Tel 021 405 8200; email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

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◊ Surveyors, Hull, Machinery

◊ Fresh & Sea Water Pumps

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Tailshaft Surveys

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900

◊ Diaphragm Pumps

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ◊ Fish Pumps & Hoses

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Marine Pump Sales

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za

◊ Towage

◊ Pumping Services

◊ Technical Documents

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 Offshore Maritime Services: Tel 021 425 3372; Fax 021 425 3379 Servest Marine Services: Tel 021 448 3500; Fax 021 447 0895 ◊ Vessel Purchase/Sales

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 ◊ Vessel Management, Crew supplies, Maintenance Planning

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za List your company’s details here

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AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702

Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Pump Sales & Service

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 Hytec Cape: Tel 021 551 4747; Fax 021 551 2575 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 0836 ◊ Spare Parts

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

SHIP REPAIR & MARINE MAINTENANCE & ENGINEERING SERVICES & EQUIPMENT ◊ Anti fouling systems

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Battery Management

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dy-

namics.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Boat Builders

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Hulamin (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 507 9100; Fax 021 534 2469 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Boiler Cleaning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Boiler Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Cleaning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town:

Products and services Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Cold Metal Repairs

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ◊ Corrosion Prevention

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Cutless Bearings

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Diving Services

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252

SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Drydocking

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com Sturrock Grindrod Maritime: Tel 021 405 8200; email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Electrical & Mechanical Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Electrical Cable Support Systems

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Electrical Installations

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 Radio Holland: Tel 021 508 4700; Fax 021 508 4888

SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Electrical Motor Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Explosion Proof Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Gritblasting

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ Gritblasting Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 ◊ HVAC Systems

E.R.A.S.E.: Tel 021 949 8955; Fax 021 946 3178 ◊ High (Ultra) Pressure Water Jetting

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 ◊ Hold Tank Cleaning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

BUYERS’ GUIDE

◊ Hull Blasting & Painting

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 List your company’s details here ◊ Hull Cleaning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Hydroblasting

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 ◊ Insulation

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ Marine Airconditioning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Alignment with Laser: Tel 031 765 1539; email david@awlaser.co.za C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 E.R.A.S.E.: Tel 021 949 8955; Fax 021 946 3178 ◊ Marine Coatings

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481

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Products and services

SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Marine UPS Inverters

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 C Dynamics International: Tel 021 555 3232; Email Lindsay@c-dynamics.co.za Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 ◊ Pipe Fittings: Pipes

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212 ◊ Refridgerated Dryers

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ◊ Refrigeration Service & Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ ROV Services

Marine Solutions: Tel 021 511 0843; Email barry@marinesolutions.co.za ◊ Rudder Repairs/Surveys

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ Ship Conversions

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ Ship Equipment Repairs ◊ Ship Painting

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 Konsberg Maritime South Africa:Tel +27 21 810 3550 SAMD (Beele Engineering): Tel 021 788 2212

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SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Steel Works

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ Steering Gear, Repairs

EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ Stern Bearings

African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 ◊ Sterngear

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Seascape Marine Services: Tel 021 511 8201; Email jdejongh@seascapemarine.co.za ◊ Stud Welding ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

◊ Subsea Electronic Engineering

Marine Solutions: Tel 021 511 0843; Email barry@marinesolutions.co.za ◊ Tank Cleaning/Sludge Removal & Disposal

African Bunkering and Shipping: Tel 031 579 2532 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 ◊ Tank Blasting & Coating ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

Atlatech: Tel 021 425 4414; Fax 021 419 8367 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252

Graco Distribution BVBA: Tel +32(89)770 700: Fax +32(89)770 793 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 ◊ Thruster Repairs African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801 0898; Fax 086 219 0206 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252

◊ Ultrasonic Cleaning

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

EBH South Africa: Tel 031 205 6391; Fax 031 206 0252 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com ◊ Underwater Welding Repairs

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 ◊ Underwater Systems

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Dormac (Pty) Ltd: Dbn Tel 031 274 1500; Cpt Tel 021 512 2900 Marine Solutions: Tel 021 511 0843; Email barry@marinesolutions.co.za SA Shipyards: Tel 031 274 1848; Fax 086 580 4702 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772 Underwater Surveys: Tel 021 709 6000; Fax 021 788 5302 ◊ Welding Repairs

SHIP SUPPLY ◊ Bunkers African Bunkering and Shipping: Tel 031 579 2532 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 SABT (Pty)Ltd: Tel 021 551 9588; Email bunkers@sabunker.com

◊ Crew Changes

Servest Marine Services: Tel 021 448 3500; Fax 021 447 0895 African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 Subtech (Pty) Ltd: Tel 031 206 2073; Fax 031 205 7772

Servest Marine Services: Tel 021 448 3500; Fax 021 447 0895 ◊ Offshore Rig Supply

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 DCD Dorbyl Marine Cape Town: Tel 021 460 6000; Fax 021 447 6038 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 SABT (Pty)Ltd: Tel 021 551 9588; Email bunkers@sabunker.com

◊ Oil Pollution Abatement / Cleanup

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 ◊ Oil Pollution Equipment

ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 SA Corrosion Control: Tel 021 510 1659, Fax 021 510 1481 Viking Life-Saving Equipment (SA) (Pty) Ltd: Tel 021 514 5160; Fax 086 403 4211 ◊ Oil Spill Prevention Kits

African Maritime Services: Tel 021 510 3532; Fax 021 510 3530 Novamarine a div of Novagroup: Tel 021 506 4300; Fax 021 511 8396 ◊ Spare Parts African Marine Propulsion: Tel 021 801

0898; Fax 086 219 0206 AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 Mvano Marine: Tel 021 276 1249; Fax 035 709 5231 SGM Marine Tech: Tel 021 831 7600 email info@sturrockgrindrod.com

◊ Lubricants

AIRR: Tel 021 905 4814: Email info@airr.co.za ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050 SABT (Pty)Ltd: Tel 021 551 9588; Email bunkers@sabunker.com

◊ Launches, Helicopters

African Marine Solutions: Tel 021 507 5777; Fax 021 507 5885 ASI Offshore: Tel 021 527 7040; Fax 021 527 7050

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