South African Data Centre for Oceanography (SADCO)
The Southern African Data Centre for Oceanography (SADCO) stores, retrieves and manipulates multi-disciplinary marine information from the areas around Southern Africa.
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South African Association of Shipbuilders & Repairers (SAASR)
The SAASR strives to set out procedures and regulations within the ship building and repair industry that foster good safety attitudes and practices and a healthy working environment. All activities performed on, or in, a ship – either afloat, in floating dock, graving dock, or slipway – are subject to the South African Merchant Shipping Act 57 of 1951 and the Maritime Occupational Safety Regulations of 1994. As a member of the SAASR you will not only reap the benefits of a great support team and knowledge base, but you will ensure compliance within your business and improve your own offering.
Continue reading →South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR)
The SA Association for Marine Biological Research
SAAMBR, founded in 1951, is a unique Non-Government, Non Profit Company and Public Benefit Organisation. In 2004, SAAMBR became the cornerstone of uShaka Marine World in Durban.
For over 60 years SAAMBR has contributed to the conservation of marine and coastal resources in the Western Indian Ocean by operating three integrally linked divisions: Oceanographic Research Institute (ORI), uShaka Sea World, uShaka Se World Education
Society of Master Mariners, South Africa (SOMMSA)
The Society is the only organisation that has represented the professional interests of South African Master Mariners, Deck Officers & Cadets and those carrying out shore-based employment by virtue of their sea-going experience & certification. Branches can be found in Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth and Richards Bay.
Continue reading →Shark & Marine Research Institute (SMRI)
Volunteer with the Shark & Marine Research Institute at the tip of Africa in one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet. Delve into the mysteries and complexities of the majestic Great White Shark, while also implementing projects focused on conserving our oceans and protecting the diverse life they support.
Continue reading →Sea Fisheries Research Institute (SFRI)
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South African Pelagic Fishing Industry Association (SAPFIA)
The South African Pelargic Fishing Industry Association (SAPFIS) is a legally recognised industrial body which represents a lage number of sardine sand anchovy right holders in the small pelagic fishing sector.
Continue reading →Abalone Farmers Association of South Africa (AFASA)
The Abalone Farmers Association membership includes 12 farms. The objectives of the association are to promote the interests and image of abalone aquaculture; to establish communication and co-operation among members; to serve as a forum for debate on opinions of members; to collect and disseminate information on abalone; to organise seminars, workshops and symposiparticularly regarding research; and to procure funds to achieve these objectives.
Continue reading →South African Institute of Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (SAIMENA)
SAIMENA is the SA Institute of Marine Engineers and Naval Architects, the only technical society in South Africa dedicated to marine engineers and naval architects.
SAIMENA was founded to represent South African Marine Engineers and Naval Architects. It now has branches in Cape Town and Durban, with a total membership of over 400. Its members are from all sections of the industry, seagoing engineers, ship repairers, shipbuilders, marine paints,classification societies, salvage associations, the S.A.Navy, naval architects, marine consultants, educators etc. – in fact, people who live by the marine industry.
Continue reading →Royal Natal Yacht Club (RNYC)
The Royal Natal Yacht Club is the oldest yacht and sports Club in Africa, the oldest yacht club in the southern hemisphere and the 8th oldest ‘Royal’ yacht club in the world.
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