Maritime Business Chamber

25/08/2026

The Maritime Business Chamber (MBC) would like to invite you to join the upcoming SAICA Enterprise Development Logistics Sector Webinar titled 'Building Tomorrow’s Supply Chain Today', featuring our Executive Chairperson: Mr Sonti Unathi, as a Speaker.

🗓 08 September 2026
🕙 10h00 - 11h30
Platform: MS Teams

⚓️ Focus: Supplier development, supply chain resilience, local participation and future growth.

Join industry leaders for a strategic conversation on how Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) can strengthen the logistics and supply chain sector.

To RSVP, click on the link:
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21/08/2026

Flashback Friday

The Maritime Business Chamber (MBC), represented by its Executive Chairperson, Mr. Sonti Unathi, together with its MSME members from various sectors of the Maritime industry shared their theory & practical insights with Grade 9 learners in Maritime Studies at Solomon Mahlangu High School, as part of the Chamber's Strategic Learner Outreach Programme.

🗓️05 August 2026
📍Kariega, Eastern Cape

The session provided learners with valuable industry insights, exposing them to the diverse career pathways within the Maritime industry while highlighting the resilience, determination and perseverance required to succeed.

⚓Dynamic NDT & Inspection Services - https://dynamicndt.com/
⚓TM Consulting - https://www.tmsconsulting.co.za/
⚓Umtha Developments - https://www.umthadevelopment.co.za/
⚓Servilinx Projects - [email protected]

11/08/2026

11/08/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Ongi Magobolo! 🎂💜

10 August

The Maritime Business Chamber family wishes you a wonderful birthday filled with joy, favour and success. May the year ahead bring greater opportunities and many reasons to celebrate.

⚓ Enjoy your special day, Ongi!

10/08/2026

Sanctioned Oil Tanker Carrying 1 Million Barrels Of Oil Sinks Off Oman

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05/08/2026

The Maritime Business Chamber (MBC) was represented by its Executive Chairperson, Mr Sonti Unathi who participated as a distinguished panellist at “The Cape Route and the Future of Global Maritime Systems Summit.”

🗓️ 04 August 2026
📍 Pretoria, South Africa

Hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), in partnership with the Korean Embassy in South Africa 주남아공한국대사관, the high-level dialogue brought together leaders from government, academia and industry to examine the strategic importance of the Cape Route within Africa’s maritime future and the evolving global maritime system.

⚓ The Maritime Business Chamber remains committed to advancing Africa’s maritime interests, strengthening continental and international collaboration, and championing initiatives that unlock the full potential of Africa’s Oceans Economy.

From Africa to the world, the Cape Route remains a strategic gateway for trade, security and sustainable maritime development.

Department of Transport Tsepiso Mashiloane 👏🏾
Mpho Monyane 👏🏾

23/07/2026

📢 Join Our Virtual Supplier Engagement Workshop
Transnet invites current and prospective suppliers to participate in our Virtual Supplier Engagement Workshop, a platform designed to foster meaningful engagement with the supplier community, share procurement opportunities, and explore collaborative approaches that support mutual growth and success.

During the workshop, participants will:
✅ Receive updates on Transnet's procurement policies and recent developments.
✅ Gain visibility into procurement plans across Transnet's Operating Divisions to help prepare for upcoming opportunities.
✅ Engage directly with Transnet by providing feedback to strengthen supplier engagement and operational effectiveness.
✅ Hear strategic insights from Managing Executives responsible for Transnet's key corridors and operations.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect, stay informed, and position your business for future opportunities with Transnet.
📅 Date: 29 July 2026
🕒 Time: 09:00am
💻 Platform: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/391625371346846?p=21ulH3f0DhvuwTezQm

18/07/2026

India Orders Shipping Firms To Halt Seafarer Deployment Through Strait Of Hormuz After Recent Ship Attacks

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17/07/2026

The Maritime Business Chamber (MBC) is proud to continue supporting regional dialogue through the participation of our East Africa Chapter Coordinator: Mr Elijah Mbaru EM, on the final day of the Stakeholders' Validation Workshop for the Regional Maritime University Feasibility Study.

🗓️ 17 July 2026
📍 Nairobi, Kenya

⚓Day 2 focused on the final recommendations that will shape the establishment of a Regional Maritime University. These discussions mark an important step towards strengthening Maritime education, research, institutional collaboration, and the development of a globally competitive Maritime workforce across Africa.

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