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SPECIAL REPORTS

SPECIAL REPORTS

Half a century after South Africa pioneered state-funded emergency towing vessels, debate continues over whether governments or commercial operators should finance rapid maritime rescue and pollution prevention services.

By By Peter Barker · 29th June 2026

Emergency rescue towing: who should shoulder the cost when ships founder?

By By Peter Barker · 29th June 2026

VESSELS

VESSELS

Half a century ago, South Africa launched ground-breaking ocean-going tugs to counter pollution risks from giant tankers –creating the blueprint for modern, state-backed emergency response towing. Peter Barker looks back on a legacy.

5th February 2026

FEATURE: ​The towing icons who redefined emergency response

5th February 2026

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT

Dutch NavCom provider Radio Holland has opened a new office in Cape Town, South Africa - an important hub for deepsea services.

13th March 2023

Radio Holland opens strategic new office in Cape Town

13th March 2023