Small Vessel Interim Certificates of Competency have been granted an extension. The extension to 31 March 2025 applies to interim certificates issued by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), appointed small vessel examiners, or accredited institutions that expire on or after 31 July 2023. Information on the background and challenges faced by SAMSA in processing…
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