CLS Southern Africa

🐟In South Africa, small-scale fisheries are the heart of coastal communities, supporting livelihoods, food security, and cultural heritage. Yet, these vital fishers face significant challenges daily: 🚨 Safety risks as they venture further from shore to secure their catch. 📉 Limited access to tools that ensure traceability and improve their value chain. 🌍 Growing pressures from climate change and industrial fishing practices. At CLS, we believe that no fisher should be left behind. This is why we created NEMO – a game-changing Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) tailored for small-scale fisheries. Here's how NEMO makes a difference: ✅ Safety first: Real-time alerts and tracking ensure fishers can always be located, no matter how far they are. ✅ Sustainability: By providing data-driven insights, NEMO helps authorities manage resources responsibly, ensuring a brighter future for South African fisheries. ✅ Affordability: Designed with artisanal fishers in mind, NEMO is accessible and robust, making cutting-edge technology available to all. With NEMO, South African fishers can feel connected, protected, and empowered. If you want to know more about NEMO, please contact us: https://lnkd.in/ezztMu5Q #vms #nemo #tech4good #sustainablefishing

✨ As we welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to thank our clients, partners, and collaborators. Your trust, commitment, and passion drive us to push boundaries and create solutions that matter. 🤝 Together, we are making a difference. 🛰️ At CLS Southern Africa, our vision is clear: we develop space-based solutions to study and protect our planet while ensuring the sustainable management of its precious resources. Guided by #innovation and collaboration, we work every day to build a more sustainable future. By your side, we’re ready to create a lasting, positive impact in 2025. We wish you all an impactful 2025. 🌎 #happynewyear #sustainability #spacesolutions #tech4good

Building a Sustainable Future Together 🌍 At CLS Southern Africa, we are committed to driving meaningful action for a more sustainable planet. As part of the CLS Group (Collecte Localisation Satellites), our mission is clear: to deploy space-based solutions that help us study and protect the Earth while managing its resources sustainably. In South Africa, the stakes are high, and the challenges are pressing. From preserving our extraordinary biodiversity 🌱 to addressing climate resilience 🌊, waste management ♻️, and sustainable energy ⚡, our country is at the forefront of environmental action. We are proud to contribute to these efforts, combining cutting-edge satellite technology with local expertise to create actionable solutions. 🤝 Together with our partners, we aim to support communities, protect ecosystems, and ensure a sustainable future for all. #sustainability #environmentalaction #spacetechnology #tech4good #climateresilience #sustainabledevelopment

🌍 CLS Southern Africa Supports #SAPRI with Cutting-Edge Satellite Solutions 🛰️ We are proud to announce that CLS Southern Africa has been awarded a major tender to provide #Iridium and #Argos satellite connectivity to the South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) . 🌊 Over the next 5 years, CLS will deliver near real-time connectivity to support critical research efforts. This includes ensuring seamless communication with various oceanographic equipment and enabling precise tracking of marine and terrestrial animals through advanced satellite technology. ❄️ This milestone reinforces our commitment to supporting cutting-edge research and innovation in the polar regions. By providing reliable satellite connectivity, we’re helping scientists gather crucial data to better understand and protect our planet’s most remote and vulnerable ecosystems. A big thank you to #SAPRI for entrusting us with this mission. Here’s to advancing polar science and conservation together!

🌍 Insights from an Expert: The Vital Role of Offshore Instrumentation in the Wind Energy Transition With over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, Sidney Bilski, metocean expert and Head of Sales & Marketing at CLS Southern Africa, shares his perspective on how #offshore instrumentation has become essential in supporting the energy transition and combating climate change. 💡Innovations like CLS's Floating #DeepCLiDAR provide the offshore wind industry with precise, reliable data to optimize project development while respecting the #marine environment. At CLS, we are committed to empowering the offshore #wind sector with sustainable, cutting-edge solutions. Our technology directly supports the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, driving progress toward a global #energytransition. 🌬 Want to learn more? Dive into Sidney's full insights and explore CLS's innovations for offshore wind! https://lnkd.in/gCscpYHG #Windenergy #Offshorewind

🌊 From Strategy to Dockside: Advancing Sustainable Fishing with Dynamic Partnerships in South Africa 🤝Last week, our team had the pleasure of visiting our valued partners Dynamic Elements. This collaboration-filled week underscored our shared commitment to revolutionizing South Africa’s maritime sector through innovative solutions. 🚢Our collaboration will boost Southern Africa vessel safety, will ensure regulatory compliance, and will support sustainable fishing practices thanks to our Vessel Monitoring Beacons – #Triton. 🚢⚙️ ⚓A time to visit together dockside. As a daily fishermen partner, we know that our presence on-the-ground provides invaluable insights into the daily challenges faced by our customers, empowering us to fine-tune our solutions to better align with their unique needs. 🌟This week of teamwork is another proof of the power of collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose. As we move forward together, we are committed to driving meaningful change for South Africa’s fishing industry—anchored in sustainability and strengthened by dynamic partnerships. 👉Curious about how our Triton Advanced units are shaping the future of sustainable fishing? Visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gxtwNSq7 #VMS #SustainableFishing #MarineTechnology #DocksideDiaries

🐢 Bheni’s Great Ocean Adventure: an astounding journey of 18,000km! Turtles are truly remarkable travelers, and the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation's very own Bheni is no exception! 👩⚕️ Rescued in 2022 with an infection on his carapace, Bheni received a year of dedicated care, rest, and treatment before being released into the pristine waters of De Hoop Nature Reserve. From there, his journey of a lifetime began—riding the Agulhas Current eastward into the Indian Ocean. Recently, Bheni ventured west toward the Somali coastline, spending time in the nutrient-rich Somali eddies. These waters are a turtle’s dream buffet, filled with tasty snacks! 🐠 Not long after, he caught a northward current into the Arabian Sea, explored Yemen’s coastline, and then swam through the Gulf of Aden toward Djibouti, where he’s currently navigating the northern coastline. 📍 The stats are incredible: Bheni has traveled aon average over 52 km per day! 🛰️ Thanks to Argos Services, powered by CLS Southern Africa, the Foundation has been tracking Bheni since his release. This technology not only provides real-time location data but also delivers critical oceanographic insights—like sea surface temperatures, currents, and primary production—that help us understand his movements and behavior. Since 2007, over 26,000 #turtles have been tracked using #Argos Services, deepening our understanding of their #migration patterns and enabling more effective conservation strategies. 🌍 Where will Bheni swim next? We can’t wait to find out! Learn more about how we’re innovating in wildlife monitoring here 👉 https://lnkd.in/extbSHMD Read more about Bheni which includes an interview with our expert Sophie Baudel for more Argos insights on turtle tracking 👉 https://lnkd.in/dQw9RQwE Let’s continue working together to protect our oceans and the incredible creatures that call them home.

🌊 Exciting Strategic Partnership! We’re proud to welcome Kulu Marine as one of our valued partners! 🚀 👉 This family-owned business, originally founded as Marine Diesel & Electronics by Jacobus du Raan and his son Jakobus "Kobus" du Raan, has grown to become a leading name in the Southern African region. Known for their top-tier electronic solutions and collaborations with South Africa's largest factories, Kulu Marine consistently delivers unmatched quality. 🤝 By joining forces with Kulu Marine, we are enhancing our ability to deliver cutting-edge, efficient, and sustainable solutions to Southern Africa’s marine industries. Their expertise and forward-thinking approach have been instrumental in testing and achieving Type Approval for our CLS NEMO and Triton devices from the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE). We’re looking forward to achieving great things together in support of Southern Africa’s marine industries! 🌍⚓️ #KuluMarine #MarineIndustry #Sustainability #FishingIndustry

🌊 CPUT Marine Science Students Explore CLS Southern Africa 🌐 We had the pleasure of hosting 41 second-year marine science students from Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) at CLS Southern Africa. The visit provided these future oceanographers with hands-on exposure to cutting-edge oceanographic research and technologies. 🌍 From exploring our #Metocean, #LiDAR, and #Telemetry systems to learning about sustainable fisheries management and environmental monitoring, the students dug into the real-world applications of marine science. They even got a firsthand look at advanced oceanographic instruments! 💬 The visit wrapped up with an insightful Q&A, sparking discussions about career paths in marine research and environmental management. It was an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of marine scientists! 🎓 At CLS Southern Africa, we’re proud to be part of shaping future leaders in #oceanography and environmental protection. 🤝 Thank you to CPUT for the collaboration, and we look forward to future engagements! #MarineScience #SustainableFisheries #EnvironmentalMonitoring #SatelliteTechnology #STEMEducation #CLS

🐋 Exciting News from the 7th International Marine Conservation Congress! 📢 We’re thrilled to announce the presence of two of our marine conservation experts, Sophie Baudel and Neville Boorman, at the 7th International Marine Conservation Congress (#IMCC7) in Cape Town, South Africa! South Africa's waters are home to an incredible diversity of marine life, from majestic whales and sharks to vibrant coral reefs. Protecting these species and their habitats is critical, and we’re proud that Argos services, powered by CLS, are helping scientists and conservationists achieve just that. 🛰 How does Argos help? Our cutting-edge technology supports marine conservation by enabling: 🚢 Near real-time tracking of marine species 📊 Earth observation data and modeling to monitor migrations 🔍 A deeper understanding of marine species’ behavior 🌱 The development of effective conservation strategies 📢 Don’t miss Sophie Baudel’s presentation on how #Argos services has been contributing to marine species protection for nearly 40 years! 🗓️ Tomorrow 🕓 4:15 PM 📍 Protea Room Join us to learn more about how we’re helping protect the incredible marine biodiversity of South Africa and beyond! Discover our Wildlife monitoring solutions here 👉https://lnkd.in/extbSHMD #MarineConservation #MarineLife