New Terminal Secures More Share Of LPG Market

New Terminal Secures More Share Of LPG Market

With the recent launch of Canada’s first marine export terminal for propane, the country is set to attract a good share of the Asian LPG market, according to shipping consultancy Drewry. Altagas’s Ridley Island Export Terminal (RIPET), located in Prince...
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Firm Seals Two Charter Deals With MSC, Maersk Line

Firm Seals Two Charter Deals With MSC, Maersk Line

UK-based containership charter owner, Global Ship Lease (GSL) has agreed new charters for two of its vessels with container shipping majors.Both charters are commencing this June and include the 2,824 TEU GSL Valerie and the 5,095 TEU Orca.The 2005-built GSL.....
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Apapa Gridlock: Presidential Taskforce Gets Extension

Apapa Gridlock: Presidential Taskforce Gets Extension

The Federal Government has extended by two weeks, the time given the Presidential Taskforce on the Apapa traffic gridlock to resolve the matter following a request for extension by members of the taskforce and other stakeholders.Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, S...
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Nigeria Customs Generates N5.5b Daily

Nigeria Customs Generates N5.5b Daily

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) generates not less than N5.5 billion daily.The Comptroller-General (CGC), Hameed Ali, made this known during a working visit to the headquarters of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) in...
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NIMASA Boss Explains 7,000 New Jobs

NIMASA Boss Explains 7,000 New Jobs

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)has keyed into the vision of President Muhamadu Buhari by creating over 7000 jobs in the last six months through the New Cabotage Compliance Strategy.Addressing Journalists on Thursday in Lagos, th...
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Daewoo Secures Order For Another LNG Carrier

Daewoo Secures Order For Another LNG Carrier

South Korea’s Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) has secured another LNG carrier order from Maran Gas Maritime.The Greece-based shipowner, part of Angelicoussis Shipping Group, ordered the 174,000 cbm unit on June 12. The vessel will be buil...
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India Bans Seafarers From Nigerian Waters Over Kidnapping, Piracy

India Bans Seafarers From Nigerian Waters Over Kidnapping, Piracy

The government of India has issued a restriction banning all Indian seafarers from working on vessels in the Gulf of Guinea.In a circular sent to ship owners and shipping companies, India’s Directorate General of Shipping in Mumbai informed that the...
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NPA Boss Pledges Quality Healthcare, Explains Wellness Scheme

NPA Boss Pledges Quality Healthcare, Explains Wellness Scheme

The Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA),  Hadiza Bala Usman has pledged quality healthcare for all staff of the organization. According to Bala Usman, the resolve is expected to boost productivity and contribute to the nation’s Gross Domes...
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NPA Approves 10 % Discount On Habour Dues

NPA Approves 10 % Discount On Habour Dues

As part of efforts to increase patronage at the Eastern Ports, the management of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has approved a ten Percent (10%) discount on harbour dues in all concession terminals at the Eastern Ports. A statement issued by General ...
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CMA CGM To Boost Fleet Wth 20 LNG-Fueled Ships

CMA CGM To Boost Fleet Wth 20 LNG-Fueled Ships

On the occasion of World Environment Day, French container shipping giant CMA CGM has reiterated its commitment to the environment, striving to be a leader in the energy transition of the maritime industry.Claiming to be a pioneer in the use...
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Dakuku Reiterates Nigeria’s Commitment To Lead War Against Maritime Crime In Africa

Dakuku Reiterates Nigeria’s Commitment To Lead War Against Maritime Crime In Africa

The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, has declared Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to its leadership role in the war on piracy and maritime crimes in the Gulf of Guinea region, an area ...
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Dakuku: Our Ocean Rich Enough To Sustain Nigeria’s Economy

Dakuku: Our Ocean Rich Enough To Sustain Nigeria’s Economy

The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dakuku Peterside has stated that the nation’s ocean’s resources are rich enough to sustain the economy of Nigeria as most countries with maritime based economy.&nbs...
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SIFAX Group, CEO Get Maritime Living Legends Awards

SIFAX Group, CEO Get Maritime Living Legends Awards

For its phenomenal growth and impactful service delivery over the last decade, SIFAX Group, a group of companies with investment in Maritime, Aviation, Oil & Gas, Haulage & Logistics, Financial Services and Hospitality has won the Shipping Company of t...
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Dakuku: National Fleet Will End Capital Flight, Retain Jobs In Nigeria

Dakuku: National Fleet Will End Capital Flight, Retain Jobs In Nigeria

Nigerians will be able to lift its country’s crude oil for export immediately the national fleet comes into operation, the Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dakuku Peterside has said.    Dakuku,  who was speaking at a media breakfast meetin...
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