The two-day Stakeholder Engagement Consultation for the Maritime Decarbonisation National Action Plan was successfully concluded after rigorous panel discussions.
The workshop, held in Cape Town, brought together representatives from government, industry, academia, development partners and civil society to contribute towards a shared vision for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector while strengthening South Africa’s economic competitiveness and sustainability.
The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) participated alongside Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) and other key stakeholders in discussions aimed at shaping the future of greener shipping and port operations.
The consultation provided an opportunity to present progress made in developing the National Action Plan while gathering stakeholder input on the policy, regulatory, technical, operational and financial interventions required to support maritime decarbonisation. Participants also explored opportunities and challenges surrounding alternative marine fuels, green shipping corridors, port decarbonisation initiatives and the infrastructure needed to support the transition.
The outcomes of the stakeholder consultation will help inform the final National Action Plan, providing a practical framework to guide the country’s maritime decarbonisation efforts and strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of South Africa’s maritime sector.