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”
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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”
Cargo Surveys & Quality Control | Nigeria
Comprehensive Cargo Surveys | Nigeria (Lagos, Onne) | Observater Your browser does not support the video tag. Comprehensive Cargo Surveys in Nigeria Your trusted partner for all types of cargo surveys at all Nigerian ports. We provide a full suite of inspection, verification, and loss prevention services at Apapa, Tin Can Island, Onne, and beyond.ContinueContinue reading “Cargo Surveys & Quality Control | Nigeria”
Container Stuffing Supervision in Kenya: Observater Marine Surveyors
Container Stuffing Supervision in Kenya | Mombasa, Lamu & Nationwide | Observater Container Stuffing Supervision Across Kenya Prevent costly transit damage before it happens. Our expert surveyors oversee the entire loading process anywhere in Kenya—from the ports of Lamu and Mombasa to any inland location—ensuring your cargo is handled and secured correctly. ISO 17020:2012 CertifiedContinueContinue reading “Container Stuffing Supervision in Kenya: Observater Marine Surveyors”