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In 1969, the discovery of the Ekofisk field, one of the largest offshore oil deposits ever found, threatened to rewrite Norway’s destiny overnight. For a modest Scandinavian nation, it was…
In the coming days, through Easter and after, the Port of Lamu is set to witness a significant spike in vessel calls. This reflects growth of regional trade and steady…
The escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has sent shockwaves through the global shipping industry, forcing vessels to abandon one of the world’s most critical maritime arteries. What began…
The International Maritime Organization’s Council was to gather in London on Wednesday and Thursday of March 18 and 19, respectively, for an extraordinary to discuss shipping lanes and security protocols…
Tanzania intends to relocate the Dar es Salaam Maritime Institute (DMI) to make way for a new ship dock at the Port of Dar es Salaam. The decision represents a…
The war in Iran has continued to impact badly on the merchant maritime fleet with 17 vessels attacked since February 28. The US-Israel versus Iran war is potentially the most…
with a stark reminder of its fragility. For Kenya, a nation whose economic engine is intricately linked to the ebb and flow of international trade, this geopolitical flashpoint is not…
The winds of change are blowing through Dar es Salaam’s harbor, carrying with them the promise of a revitalized maritime future for Tanzania. For decades, the nation’s seafaring ambitions have…
As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) family came together in a powerful display of unity and mutual respect, hosting a joint…
After a three-month delay from the initially planned September rollout, the new KPA Tariff Book 2025 has finally taken effect at the ports of Mombasa and Lamu. The Kenya Ports…