Africa
Somali Pirates Release Mongolian-flagged Bulk Carrier
Somali pirates have released a Mongolian-flagged bulk carrier they seized off the coast of Oman in January after receiving a ransom… (Reuters) [mappress] Source: Reuters, September 19, 2011; Image: eunavfor
Mozambique: Government Plans to Increase Mining Industry Inspections
The Mozambican government plans to increase inspections of the mining industry given the rapid development the sector is undergoing in the… (macauhub) [mappress] Source: macauhub, September 19, 2011
LNG Prices Going Up on Japan, China Demand
Liquefied natural gas prices are surging to a three-year high as demand from Japan, China and Indi … (bloomberg) [mappress] Source: bloomberg, September 19, 2011
China, Tanzania to Ink USD 1.06 Billion Loan Deal for Gas Pipeline
China and Tanzania are expected to sign a $1.06 billion loan deal to build … (reuters) [mappress] Source: reuters, September 19, 2011
TGS Believes Namibia Has Significant Exploration Potential
TGS has commenced a new 15,000 km multi-client 2D seismic survey offshore Namibia. TGS considers this region to have significant exploration potential and it said it was pleased to acquire new data that both complements and extends TGS’ existing seismic coverage in the area. The survey grid covers o
TGS Commences New Multi-Client 2D Seismic Survey Offshore Namibia
TGS has commenced a new 15,000 km multi-client 2D seismic survey offshore Namibia. TGS considers this region to have significant exploration potential to acquire new data that both complements and extends TGS’ existing seismic coverage in the area. The survey grid covers open acreage and images the
EMGS Secures Contract to Acquire 3D EM Data Offshore Ghana
EMGS announces the award of a contract by a new customer partnership to acquire and process 3D electromagnetic (EM) data offshore Ghana. The contract value is about USD 5.5 million, and data acquisition will be performed by the 3D EM vessel BOA Galatea starting in early October. Chief Executive Offi
UK: IMO Approves Further Interim Guidance on Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel
Further interim guidance on the use of privately contracted armed security personnel (PCASP) on board ships to counter Somali-based piracy has been approved by an IMO intersessional working group. The Intersessional Maritime Security and Piracy Working Group of the Maritime Safety Committee, which m
Nigeria: Minister Announces River Benue Dredging Plan
River Benue will be dredged just like River Niger as part of Federal Government’s policy to ensure full navigation through the nation’s… By Shehu Abubakar (allafrica) [mappress] Source: allafrica, September 16, 2011
UK: InterManager Calls for Free Choice in Deploying Armed Guards Onboard Ships
InterManager members have called for more proactive methods to be developed in the protection of ships transiting pirate-infested trade… (Exim) [mappress] Source: Exim, September 16, 2011; Image: Napro
Nigeria: Ministry of Transport Clarifies Its Stance on River Niger Dredging
The Ministry of Transport has clarified its stance on the alleged media report about a purported 34.8bn scam that was said to have rocked… BY JESSICA ODEMWINGIE (leadership) [mappress] Source: leadership, September 16, 2011
Russia: Navy Continues Rotation of Anti-Piracy Forces
Russian Navy’s task unit conducting anti-piracy and convoy-escorting activities in the Gulf of Aden and off the Horn of Africa will shift till Sept 25, told a spokesman for Russian Navy to Central Navy Portal. Rotation of the ships will be held in accordance with plans of Russian Defense Ministry an