It has entered into a memorandum of understanding to share experience and expertise with China Shipbuilding Trading Company (CSTC).

In particular, they will focus on potential projects which fall under Operation Phakisa, an initiative of the South African government that includes maritime projects.

Launched by president Jacob Zuma in 2014, Operation Phakisa includes the expansion of South African port capacity for repair work for oil ships and oil rigs.

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