Welcome to the Link Ships Chandlers Blog
Hi there, we are so glad that you have joined us to find out more about general ship chandlery services and our Link maritime supply company. In our opinion we are part of one of the most important business operations in the world. Although we are based in South Africa, we have a wealth of experience offering our services to international clients all over South Africa. Over the course of this blog we hope to introduce you to what it is we do, why we do it and of course how we are able to do it so well. We will also share interesting fact, stories and figures around the maritime industry as a whole, so follow our blog not to miss out!
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10 PPE Checks To Perform Before Leaving Port
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Personal Protective Equipment
As one of the preferred providers of chandling services in Cape Town, Saldanha, Port Elizabeth, Coega, Durban and Richards Bay, the Link Ship Chandlers team is well-versed in sourcing supplies for a wide variety of vessels. We’ve worked hand in hand with professional seafarers for many years, so we know how important it is to ensure the safety of your crew before you leave shore.
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Safer Maritime Sectors Through Drone Use
The use of unmanned drones have become commonplace in industries as varied agriculture and film-making, and have now naturally found a foothold in the maritime industry as well. Here are a few examples of how it is already being used to bolster safety and aid in risk management in ocean-based environments around the world, and a look at how it will likely be employed in future:
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WC To Get New Maritime Cluster
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New maritime cluster hopes to bring big things to The Cape
The Western Cape of South Africa is poised to benefit from the incorporation of a maritime cluster that is set to develop the existing supply chain throughout the region and bolster the industry from the inside out. The voluntary non-profit is spearheaded by industry heavyweights such as Raizcorp and the WC Department of Economic Development & Tourism. Damen Shipyards, the Royal IHC and even the Kingdom of the Netherlands are lending their support as well. The hope is that more partners will join the cluster in months to come.
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What Ship Is That? Part Two
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Ballinger, Barge or Barque?
We’re back with yet another illuminating look at historical ship variations and fun facts to go along with it. In the previous installment of ‘What Ship is That’ we took a look at the Argosy and Balener. Today we continue our exploration of the wonderful world of ancient shipping by taking a look at the brawny Ballinger, hard-working Barge and much-loved Barque.
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What Ship Is That?
You might not believe this, but the crew at Link Ship Chandlers are a bunch of shipping nerds. ‘What?’, I hear you cry, ‘that’s shocking!’ All kidding aside, we adore ships of all shapes and sizes, which is why we thought we’d share a little bit of insight into our favourite historical ship types – mostly because it’s fascinating to see how the shipping trade developed over many centuries, but also because it’s really fun to throw words like ‘Argosy’ into a conversation at random to see how people react.
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Transnet & GE Collaborating On Digitised African Transport
Transnet officials have announced that the rail and ports operator will be collaborating with global digital industrial giant General Electric (GE) to work towards digitising the African transport sector.
Having worked together for over a decade, the companies are now poised to develop a digital platform that will connect transport operators with shippers in a seamless fashion, which will greatly streamline the pricing, network capacity, shipment planning and goods-to-market processes.
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Cape Town Port & Link Ship Chandlers
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Cape Town Port
The city of Cape Town in South Africa goes by many names – Table Bay, the Cape of Storms, Cape of Good Hope, the fairest Mother City. Situated along one of the most frequently used trade routes around the world, this bustling port plays a vital role in the economic wellbeing of not only South Africa, but the African continent at large.
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Coega Port IDZ & Link Ship Chandlers
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Coega Port
The shipping trade has played a vital role in the development of South Africa over many centuries. One of the most recent commercial ports to be developed along our sought-after coast line is Coega, also known as the port of Ngqura in regional Xhosa. Situated approximately 20 km northeast of Port Elizabeth at the mouth of the Coega River in Nelson Mandela Bay, it is now officially the 8th largest port of its kind in South Africa.
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Port Elizabeth Port + Link Ship Chandlers = 100% Efficiency
The development of modern-day South Africa is closely tied to the shipping trade. Port Elizabeth, in particular, has played a vital role in the local manufacturing sector and has been doing so since 1820, when the first British settlers arrived and starting using the east coast port and harbour in earnest.
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