Truckers suspend planned strike

Truckers under the aegis of the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) said that they have…

NIMASA introduces new seafarers medical certification documents

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has introduced new seafarers medical certification documents in…

South African Commander seeks collaboration among African Navy for economic growth

The Operational Commander of South African Navy, Commander Dieter Jones has said that African countries must…

Nigerian economy slows in Q2

Growth in the Nigerian economy, Africa’s largest, slowed in the second quarter due to the slump…

45 ships expected at Lagos ports with petroleum products, foods

No fewer than 45 ships laden with petroleum products, food items and other goods are expected…

Chinese authorities detain 12 over Tianjin explosions

Chinese authorities have detained 12 people over the deadly explosions in Tianjin port on 12 August…

Cargo ship runs aground in Delaware River

Salvage efforts were underway Tuesday for a 324-foot cargo ship aground on the Delaware River. The…

Svitzer orders tugs for hot-climate markets

Svitzer has contracted Turkey’s  Sanmar Shipyard for the construction of six tugs for delivery from Q4…

Bunker prices falling close to $200, nearing 10-year low

Global bunker fuel prices have continued to nosedive as they closed in on the $200-per metric…

About 3,000 rescued, 55 dead in Mediterranean in one day

Rescuers saved about 3,000 migrants but found more than 50 dead on boats near the coast…

DP World profits grow 22% in H1 boosted by Economic Zone World buy

DP World grew its profits 22% to $455m in H1, thanks in large part to the…

Buhari appoints retired Army Colonel as new Customs CG

President  Muhammadu Buhari today approved the appointment of Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (rtd) as the new Comptroller-General…