GMA launches World Hydrography Day

GMA launches World Hydrography DayThe Director-General (DG) of Ghana Maritime Authority, Mr. Thomas Kofi Alonsi, has called for investment in hydrography. He said this during the launch of the 2021 World Hydrography Day, at the Authority’s premises on Monday. Hydrography is not the first expression that comes to mind when we think of maritime transport.…

Ghana Maritime Authority and Sternula Enter VDES Agreement

Ghana Maritime Authority and Sternula Enter VDES AgreementSternula has signed a partnership agreement with the Ghana Maritime Authority. The strategic agreement’s purpose is to strengthen the maritime sector in Ghana and West Africa. By the terms of the deal, Ghana will use the satellite-based VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) for navigational and safety-related purposes. This…

IMO Secretary General visits Ghana

IMO Secretary General visits Ghana The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization, Kitack Lim has paid a three-day working visit to Ghana. Kitack Lim, who has served as Secretary-General of the IMO since 2016, said he has always wished to visit Ghana. He was met on arrival at the Kotoka International Airport by the deputy…

4th AAMA Executive Council to be Hosted by Ghana

4th AAMA Executive Council to be Hosted by Ghana All is set for Ghana to host the 4th Association of African Maritime Administration (AAMA) Executive Council meeting in February this year. The mega gathering of African maritime executives will be held at the Labadi Beach Hotel, from 9th to 11th February, 2020. Established pursuant to…