Nigeria's Minister of Marine and Blue Economy aims to boost maritime collaboration with The Gambia for regional security and economic growth, with plans to extend the Deep Blue Project's operations in the Gulf of Guinea, seeking re-election to the IMO Council for 2026-2027.

Alport Banjul sponsors a maritime conference organized by RMU and DMI, focusing on sustainable development in the blue economy with high-profile speakers and topics like marine resources and sustainable shipping, reflecting The Gambia’s maritime growth and economic progress.

The Gambia government's concession agreement with Turkish company Albayrak for the management of the Banjul Seaport and the development of a Deep Seaport in Sanyang has been marred by irregularities, according to an investigation by The Alkamba Times. The report raises concerns about the bidding process, Albayrak’s qualifications, and the government’s decision-making, with allegations that the contract was awarded despite Albayrak failing to meet all bid requirements. The investigation also reveals financial and managerial disputes within the Albayrak-Negmar Consortium, and allegations of corruption and mismanagement in Albayrak's past engagements in other African countries.