Mombasa Port Ship Inspections | Observater Surveys and Services Group MOMBASA PORT, KENYA (KILINDINI HARBOUR) Comprehensive Marine Inspections & Surveys Observater Surveys and Services Group provides independent, rapid-response maritime surveying, technical inspections, and expert consultancy. Serving International P&I Clubs, H&M Underwriters, Shipowners, and Charterers, we are East Africa’s leading authority on marine loss control, statutoryContinueContinue reading “Mombasa Port Ship Inspections | Kenya”
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Critical Roles in Heavy Lift & Project Cargo Operations – Roles Vs. Responsibilities
Heavy Lift & Project Cargo Operations – Observater Surveys Industry Report Heavy Lift & Project Cargo Operations Defining the Critical Roles of the Appointed Person, Designated Person & MWS. An analysis of operational responsibilities, liabilities, and the anatomy of failure. By Eng. Daniel Esilaba • December 2025 • 15 min read Table of Contents ExecutiveContinueContinue reading “Critical Roles in Heavy Lift & Project Cargo Operations – Roles Vs. Responsibilities”
Indian Social Protests ‘Hold Up’ Sailing of Project Cargo Vessel
Published: September 5, 2025 An ongoing wave of social protests in the Indian state of Maharashtra has caused unexpected disruptions at the Port of Mumbai, delaying the departure of a major project cargo vessel. Reports indicate that the vessel, carrying critical heavy-lift and out-of-gauge cargo, has been unable to sail as scheduled due to logisticalContinueContinue reading “Indian Social Protests ‘Hold Up’ Sailing of Project Cargo Vessel”
Maritime Security Should Be Plain Sailing Once Essential Structures Are Established
Author: Susan. APublished: September 5, 2025 The Institute for Security Studies (ISS Africa) has released a new PSC Report, underscoring the urgent need to institutionalize maritime security across Africa. The report proposes the creation of an African Maritime Security Expert Group to coordinate efforts, harmonize strategies, and share knowledge among member states. Security Through StructureContinueContinue reading “Maritime Security Should Be Plain Sailing Once Essential Structures Are Established”
Celebrating Women in Maritime: WISTA South Africa Women’s Month Gathering – IBIA
Author: Brenda A.Published: September 5, 2025 The global maritime industry continues to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, and this month, WISTA South Africa shone a spotlight on that progress. In celebration of Women’s Month, WISTA hosted a vibrant gathering in Cape Town, drawing together women leaders, industry professionals, and international partners to reaffirm the essentialContinueContinue reading “Celebrating Women in Maritime: WISTA South Africa Women’s Month Gathering – IBIA”