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Maritime Transportation in South Africa
A register of firms and the professionals working at them in the Maritime Transportation sector based in South Africa. Browse the public index, then filter or export on Kipplo.
Companies
148 on file
Amsol - African Marine Solutions Group
African Marine Solutions (AMSOL) is a specialist solutions provider and partner to clients who operate in marine environments. As a market leader, AMSOL is the only marine solutions provider in the region that is employee and management owned, and is a catalyst for economic empowerment and shared value creation. PURPOSE & VISION To provide safe and sustainable marine solutions to clients in order to facilitate the growth and transformation of the regional economy. MISSION To deliver value to our clients, managing their risk to international standards in a partnership approach. We do this in a way that reflects our Company Values, and we prioritise care for people and the environment. MARKETS & SECTORS AMSOL pursues business opportunities on the African continent and in the Indian Ocean Island region, and is rooted in South Africa. Clients are located primarily in these sectors: Energy: Oil, Gas & Renewables Ports: Authorities & Port Users Mining: Offshore & Onshore Maritime: Vessel Owners & Operators
501 to 1000 staff
Transnet National Ports Authority
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacity. It provides port infrastructure and marine services at the eight commercial seaports in South Africa – Richards Bay, Durban, Saldanha, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Mossel Bay, and Ngqura. It operates within a legislative and regulatory environment and is governed by the National Ports Act (Act No. 12 of 2005).
1001 to 5000 staff
Transnet Port Terminals
Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) is a division of Transnet SOC Ltd and South Africa’s (SA) leading terminal operator responsible for loading and offloading cargo aboard vessels calling the seven commercial ports. TPT provides import and export services for both domestic and global markets through employees across 16-sea cargo and three inland terminals under the leadership of Jabu Mdaki as Chief Executive. Cargo sectors are across containers, mineral bulk, agricultural bulk, breakbulk and automotive with shipping lines, freight forwarders and cargo owners as the company’s main customers. TPT is currently pursuing the Reinvent for Growth (R4G) Strategy that is aimed at improving operations and logistics through investments in infrastructure and equipment. Critical enablers and initiatives across people, equipment, stakeholders, technology and financial resources are anchors supporting the strategy.
5001 to 10000 staff
Hesper Engineering
Hesper Engineering is a ship repair and marine mechanical engineering specialist situated in Paarden Eiland, Cape Town in close proximity to Table Bay Harbour. A B-BBEE level 2 Contributor, we have 50 years' experience servicing vessels operating off the coasts of Cape Town and Saldanha Bay. Our workshop offers of space and are well equipped to perform machining, steel and pipe fabrication, blasting, cleaning and painting and shipwright services. As part of SGM Technical, our sister company NovaMarine. In collaboration with our parent and sister company we are able to service vessels in Cape Town, Simonstown and Saldanha. We are ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certified as well as TRACE certified. To find out more, please contact To view our privacy notice, please visit
11 to 50 staff
South African International Maritime Institute Saimi
The South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI) is facilitating the development of the skills and knowledge base required to ensure the success of “Blue Economy” maritime economic development initiatives such as Operation Phakisa and the African Union’s African Integrated Maritime Strategy. SAIMI serves South Africa and the African continent by promoting skills development, education, training and research that supports growth of the blue economy. SAIMI’s primary purpose is to facilitate linkages and collaboration amongst role players in maritime research, education and training in South Africa, and with similar institutes in Africa. The Institute plays a much-needed linking role between industry and educational institutions, with the aim to strengthen maritime education and research through facilitating co-ordination and co-operation among education providers. It is a multi-disciplinary, multi-stakeholder institute active in all aspects of the maritime field, including shipping, harbours, manufacturing and construction, sustainability, environment, law, and marine tourism. SAIMI also links with industry and academia in marine and coastal sciences.
11 to 50 staff
South African Maritime Training Academy
The South African Maritime Training Academy (SAMTRA) is a Non-Profit Company offering Quality Maritime Training Solutions. We are operate within a Quality Management System environment with Bureau Veritas & SAMSA Accreditation. We offer Maritime short courses, Training Services and Custom Solutions as follows; MARITIME SHORT COURSES: Simulator Based Courses for; Radio, Engine Room, Refrigeration & Bridge Operations incl. ASD & Voith Tug Modules Professional Safety & Skills Enhancement courses MCA & IYT Accredited Yachting Training in partnership with Professional Yachtmasters Training (PYT) TRAINING SERVICES & CUSTOM SOLUTIONS: Manage & Administer 3rd party Officer, Cadet & Rating Training Programmes Port Development Studies MET Consultancy Team Development Company Specific Training Although our focus is Merchant Shipping, we offer courses to the following sectors; Commercial Shipping Naval Defence Forces Port Authorities/Operators Yachting Industry Oil & Gas Industry Fishing Industry Contact Information: Ph:(+21) 786 8400 Email: admin@samtra.co.za Website:
11 to 50 staff
Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing
Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing is a world-class marine manufacturer based in Cape Town, South Africa. Founded in 1989, Two Oceans Marine is a leading global custom catamaran manufacturer. The company specialises in custom power and sailing catamarans from 23 to 110 foot and bigger and has 9 500 square meters of covered factory floor space at the Cape Town harbour. Two Oceans Marine manufactures custom cruising, performance sailing, day charter, sport fishing and commercial catamarans. With over 30 years’ experience in quality boat building, the staff at Two Oceans Marine are highly skilled. They are actively involved in all sailing and boating activities and have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Extensive testing is performed on all new production boats. Completed vessels are launched and sea trialed within a short distance of the factory, saving time and expense. Two Oceans Marine’s vessels are designed by world-class naval architects to be comfortable and ergonomically friendly in every way. Boat layout and interior design is customised to the customers’ needs
51 to 200 staff
Ethekwini Maritime Cluster
The EThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) is non-profit organization establish in 2009 with the mandate to support and promote the maritime logistics industry within eThekwini. EMC serves as a co-operative platform with the aim to streamline and integrate highly interrelating functions of the government, public and private sector and a variety of key players. The EMC assists stakeholders in the maritime logistics sector to make informed decisions, react to changing trade patterns and market demand and to exploit and maximize the efficiency levels of the maritime value chain.
11 to 50 staff
Phoenix Marine Manufacturing
Manufacturers of quality Marine craft using advanced composite construcion. Specialize in Sailing and Power Catamarans.
51 to 200 staff
Sa Cargo
We have over 25 years of ship to shore experience and operations established in all the ports within South Africa, South Africa Cargo Services ‘SA Cargo’ is not only well equipped and experienced to handle all types of cargo ranging from containers, cars, trucks, heavy lifts, various bulk and break bulk commodities; we are flexible, dynamic and proactive in the way we conduct our business. Back of port logistics is our main game and SA Cargo, now operates a fully fledged warehouse situated in Congella, Durban just under 4 kilometres from Durban Container Terminal. In addition to this we have developed a state of the art Container Freight Station in Bayhead within the vicinity of the Durban Port where we do doing bulk containerization, this freight station was launched on the 1st of October 2018. For us it begins with proactive planning which involves adequate training and empowering our employees and having a comprehensively integrated support function that allows us to offer outstanding customer service with full management accountability. We believe in developing long term and mutually beneficial relationships and in addition to our ship to shore and shore to ship services we also focus on delivering added value to our customers by adding to their value chain covering additional services from warehousing, handling, packing/unpacking, distribution and a full range of other value added services covering the full landslide operation up to getting the cargo onto the ship. We are committed to continuously improve our systems and process and believe in openly engaging all our stakeholders in order to achieve a common goal of managing resources efficiently. This commitment to managing resources efficiently will yields positive results for all as it will allow us to maximise our operations and the use of our workforce which in turn reduces the cost of operation which ultimately positively impacts our customers.
201 to 500 staff
Solethu Group
Solethu Group is a black owned and managed group of companies, delivering diverse services to throughout the African continent. Although the group’s DNA lies in the rail industry, Solethu Group has over the years found ways of expanding its scope of operations into other areas of the economy. Solethu Group develops constructive business relationships through a diverse network of like-minded individuals – offering proven excellence in their respective fields of expertise. From road, rail, air and sea – to digital print, branding and engineering solutions, companies in the Solethu Group are unified by their ability to consistently deliver value, defining tomorrow by transforming today. We stand for quality, innovation and strength through diversity - defining tomorrow by transforming today.
51 to 200 staff
C. Steinweg Marine
With decades of first-hand international maritime experience, and in our pursuit of comprehensive transparency the founding members developed a blueprint & vision of establishing a company that would move away from and challenge the traditions within the industry through tailored, exclusive Ships Agency, Maritime Logistics and Cargo Services
11 to 50 staff
Knysna Yacht Company
Building since 2002, the Knysna Yacht Company pride themselves on creating yachts of exceptional quality, delivering to date over 80 yachts across a range of models including a K440, K480 and K500. Focusing on quality workmanship with exclusive boutique experience for clients, building a limited number of yachts per year. See our new Knysna 500SE - a sporty, sleek, sexy 50-footer Catamaran with an arresting profile and lavish interior. Visit our website or contact us to learn more at enquiries@knysnayachtco.com
11 to 50 staff
Rennies Ships Agency Pty Ltd
Rennies Ships Agency (Pty) Ltd is the oldest Ships Agency est. in 1849 operating in South Africa with offices at all South African Ports and Maputo, Mozambique. Rennies Ships Agency is owned by Bidvest Group, offering a full range of Agency services, namely: ships agency, customs clearing and warehousing. We have developed specialist teams that are intricately involved in bulk services/ containers and the terminals, relating to the major cargoes within South Africa. Those include, but are not limited to, Grain cargoes, break bulk, containerized, all various mineral commodities and handled passenger vessels. We are still regarded as industry leaders, maintaining the vision and entrepreneurial spirit.
51 to 200 staff
Southern Power
We are passionate about enabling the adoption of environmentally friendly alternative power solutions in the marine, automotive, commercial and residential sectors. Proudly supplying the Southern African marine industry since 1985. Mission Statement: To become the supplier of choice of quality and technology leading propulsion and auxiliary power solutions and related products to the broader African maritime market. Impacting positively on the development and professionalism of the maritime industry across Africa, thereby delivering superior shareholder value and return. Our company: We are the official importer of Volvo Penta marine, auxiliary engines, propulsion systems and aftermarket parts. SP also carries a range of marine focused products portfolio which include OXE Diesel, Westerbeke, Aquadrive, Safe at Sea and Webasto. Southern Power manages the service and aftermarket support functions through a combination of internal marine engineering and appointment and channel management of a service dealer network across Southern Africa. We are also now moving into the fast-growing EV market, by distributing Webasto's diverse range of electricity vehicle charging solutions, for both consumer and commercial use. Our quest is to become the supplier of choice of quality, environmentally driven and technology leading propulsion and auxiliary power solutions, and related products, to the broader marine and automotive markets.
11 to 50 staff
Grimms Group
Grimms Group operates in five main markets: Automotive, Marine, Pumps, Power Generation, and Spare Parts. Each of the group’s divisions breaks down into commercial, private, and public sectors. Certified ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Awarded Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Level 1.
51 to 200 staff
Oceanic Seagull Maritime
Established in 1989, Oceanic Seagull Maritime has, over the years, garnered a reputation for being one of South Africa’s fastest growing ships agencies and has established a great deal of expertise, offering a vast array of services. Operating in all main ports in South Africa, namely Cape Town, Saldanha Bay, Port Elizabeth, Durban and Richard’s Bay, Oceanic Seagull Maritime’s all-encompassing network of professional maritime-related suppliers, competent staff and ability to efficiently organize the necessary services, has allowed the company to widen its client-base on a global platform. We provide our clients with exceptional and high-quality services, at incredibly competitive rates. Our extensive range of services include: • Off-port Limit Calls • Cargo-related Services (specializing in heavy lifts, supervised tandem lifts and project cargo) • Bunker Calls • Servicing of Safety and Marine Equipment • Drydocking and Ship Repairs • Cash to Master • Crew Changes and Crew Medical Attention and Evacuation • Layby Calls • Clearance and Delivery of Spares • Stowaway Search and Guarding Services • Sludge and Waste Services
11 to 50 staff
Paramount Maritime Holdings
Paramount Maritime Holdings owns a networked group of synergistic companies encompassing activities in the Industrial Maritime sector including the design, manufacture and service support of Naval, Commercial and Recreational vessels as well as the import and distribution and retail of marine products
11 to 50 staff
Gemini Marine Limited
Established in 1979, based in Cape Town, South Africa, Gemini Marine has designed and manufactured the most comprehensive range of RHIBs and inflatable boats for many of the world’s rescue, military and patrol entities for over 30 years. These organisations all recognise the resilience, reliability and durability in even the most extreme and dangerous operations. The rounded deep ‘V’ shaped Gemini hull offers great performance, comfort and excellent handling at top speeds, especially in heavy seas. They are built using the latest technology and techniques, ensuring quality and reliability. All our boats have been arduously tested on some of the most treacherous coastlines and sea conditions in the world. The Gemini Technical, Development and Quality Team work in partnership with clients on a wide variety of rescue, military and law enforcement projects. Our client consultancy and progressive innovations ensure that we consistently meet the needs of our customers to master the challenges of an ever changing global market.
51 to 200 staff
Gemini Marine Pty Ltd
GEMINI MARINE, an ISO 9001:2015 company, manufactures RIBs up to 10.6m in size, exported to over 45 countries. GEMINI is the Oldest and Biggest RIB manufacturer in Africa, our knowledge and expertise ensure that our clients get the finest boats available in the world’s commercial, rescue and military market to suit their specific maritime requirements. Clients include SPACE-X, Royal UK Navy, UK MOD, NSW Water Police, Royal New Zealand Navy, United Nations, Australian Defense Force, Olympic Security, African Union, Australian Federal Police and Sole Supplier to the NSRI (National Sea Rescue Institute).
201 to 500 staff
Iscotrans
ISCOTRANS S.p.A, Genoa, founded in 1976, operates in the field of transportation by sea, land and air, and the storage and distribution logistics. The company specializes in the shipment of industrial plants, machinery and, in general, industrial goods and chemicals, with skilled and personalized services to both Italian and foreign customers; Assists the customers of turnkey projects already in the project phase for delivery up the construction up to final destination. As from 2007 ISCOTRANS Spa participates in the Network of TANDEM Global Logistics; This is an important NVO who can count on 177 offices in 60 different countries with nearly global coverage. With the participation of these partners, ISCOTRANS is able to follow up on your shipping door to door with many additional services. The Company uses liner shipping services, vessels chartered, both traditional and specialized; Special vehicles for the transport of exceptional cargo throughout Europe; Air cargo capacity of any type. ISCOTRANS S.p.A. also specializes in the distribution of industrial and commercial goods and arranges for delivery and coordination of all logistics functions now known as INTEGRATED LOGISTICS, namely: order management, warehousing, packaging, packaging; These activities are carried out in collaboration leading companies in the sector.
11 to 50 staff
Global Marine Sea Tech
Established in Global Marine Sea Tech are leading specialists in delivering the very best of electronics used for marine and outdoor navigation, communication, safety and entertainment. Be it leisure or commercial operation, we have products to suit your needs. We import and distribute, as well as retail directly to the market. Brands on offer include Icom VHF radios; Garmin, Furuno, Raymarine, ONWA and Sperry Marine navigation; Fusion and GME audio; Ocean Signal and Exposure Lights safety equipment; Pacific and Banten antennas; KVH satellite systems; ANVI, Barigo, Oregon Scientific and La Crosse weather stations; National Geographic binoculars; Rebel Safety Gear and WonderGrip safety footwear and apparel; True Utility multitools; UltraTec outdoor accessories; Aquapac waterproof cases – to mention a few. Besides offering an extensive product range, our technicians also install and service existing equipment on board vessels in the leisure, commercial and deep-sea market. Whether you require a GPS for your car, fish finder for your boat or a fully integrated navigation, communication and entertainment system, we will find a solution for your requirements. Our team will gladly tailor a product to suit your needs in addition to your budget. Our growth over the years is testimony to our continued professional service, unmatched product expertise and our continuous commitment to our customers’ needs.
11 to 50 staff
Icarus Marine Pty Ltd
Icarus Marine was established in 2006 and are designers of high-speed marine craft for all type of applications. The company specializes in design of monohulls, catamarans, HYSUCAT and trimarans in the size ranges of 10-55m in length. The company provides a full turnkey design package that can include- Concept Design - Preliminary Design - Detail Design - Production drawings - Production Support - Supply of material and/or complete knockdown kits
1 to 10 staff
Kmarg Shipping Pty Ltd
KMARG SHIPPING (Pty) Ltd was established in South Africa in 2020. At KMARG SHIPPING, we are committed to providing innovative freight management solutions that are efficient, transparent, and cost effective. As a young and agile company with the founders having over 21 years of collective experience in freight logistics, we are honored to assist industry and trade in the global trade of goods. We offer end-to-end logistics solutions which include air, sea, and road transport; warehousing; and customs brokerage services in all major industries. We are on a continuous quest of extending the number of agent offices at every major sea and airport locally as well as globally to fully enable the best global exchange. The company is a Level 1 B-BBEE contributor.
1 to 10 staff
