Samoa Ports Authority

10/06/2026

Domestic Ports (Salelologa and Mulifanua)

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10/06/2026

Port Operation (Port Security & Green Port Initiative )

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03/06/2026

⚓ WE ARE HIRING ⚓

The Samoa Ports Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced individuals for the following positions:

• Deputy Port Master (Administration)
• Deputy Port Master (Operation)

If you are committed to excellence and are looking to contribute to Samoa’s maritime sector, we encourage you to apply.
- Applications close at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 10 June 2026.

For application packages and further information, visit www.spasamoa.ws or contact our Human Resources team.

Samoa Ports Authority
Service with Integrity, Founded on God.

31/05/2026

The Board, General Manager, Management and Staff of Samoa Ports Authority proudly join the Government and people of Samoa in commemorating our 64th Independence Anniversary.

As we reflect on 64 years of sovereignty, we recommit ourselves to serving our nation with dedication, integrity, and pride.

Manuia le fa'amanatuina o le 64 tausaga o lou Tuto'atasi, Samoa! 🇼🇸

29/05/2026

The Management and staff of the Samoa Ports Authority extend their heartfelt congratulations to six (6) staff members who graduated today from The University of the South Pacific - Samoa Campus (USP)

🎓Toilolo Silalomanu Peta Isaia – Postgrad Certificate in Business Administration & Postgrad Diploma in Business Administration
🎓Unitech Kennar Sofala – Certificate in Human Resource Management (Level 4)
🎓Josephine Loimata Mau Falute – Professional Diploma in Public Sector Management (Level 6)
🎓Christina Puipuia – Certificate in Human Resource Management (Level 4)
🎓Sinaoleatonauna Pilitati – Certificate in Human Resource Management (Level 4)
🎓Sandra Avaitoga Sam Chong – Professional Diploma in Procurement & Supply

Your accomplishments are a true reflection of your determination, commitment and passion for learning in pursuit of a better future. We are proud of your achievements and wish you continued success as you continue serving with excellence.

GOD IS GOOD ❤ Congratulations and best wishes on this remarkable milestone.

28/05/2026

Warmest congratulations to Ti’amamana Matalē Capt. Foetutasi Fa’amausili on your appointment as the new General Manager of the Samoa Ports Authority.

We wish you every success as you lead SPA into a new chapter of growth and service for Samoa.

Manuia tele lou tula’i mai, ia fa’amanuia tele le Atua i ou faiva, aua le ta’ita’iina o la tatou Pulega mo le manuia o Samoa. God Bless

𝐂𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐓 𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐀 𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐑 - 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

[𝐆𝐨𝐯’𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭]: The Cabinet has approved the appointment of Ti’amamana Matalē Capt. Foetutasi Fa’amausili as General Manager of the Samoa Ports Authority for the next three years.

Ti’amamana was Port Master at the authority since 2022, an Assistant Chief Executive officer position overseeing the Maritime Division of the Authority.

He has served in both Samoa and overseas for 40 years.
His resume reflects an extraordinary work history, during which, from 1986 to 1990, he served with the Samoa Police as Chief Navigation Officer for the Nafanua.

Then, from 1990 to 1994, he was a Marine Harbour Pilot – Assistant Harbour Master with the Ministry of Transport, Maritime and Shipping Division, for the government of Samoa.

From 1994 to 1998, he was Senior Captain and Foreign-Going Deck Officer for Samoa at the Samoa Shipping Corporation Limited and the Pacific Forum Line here in Apia.

He was Assistant Port Administrator, Marine Operations Supervisor at the Ports of Auckland Limited, Onehunga Wharf, Auckland, New Zealand, from 1998 to 2001.

Then in 2001, Ti’amamana was Operations Manager, Maritime Self-Employed Subcontractor, in Sydney, Australia, and Indep MO USA.
He holds a Master’s of Business Administration in Maritime Operations from the University of Plymouth, England, UK, and a Bachelor of Science [Honors] degree in Maritime Operations from the same university.

And obtained an International Diploma [Harbourmasters], IBC Lloyd’s Academy, London, UK.

He also holds a Marine Pilot [Nautical | Navigation] and a Master Mariner [Nautical | Navigation] from the Royal Australian Navy.

The new General Manager is from the village of Gagaemalae in Foailuga, Malie, Lepea, and Asau, Savai’i.

** 𝐄𝐍𝐃 **

07/05/2026

We are thrilled to welcome the magnificent NORWEGIAN SPIRIT to the Port of Apia today, Thursday, May 7th, 2026!

The vessel has an overall length of 268.29m and is on a day-long visit to our shores.
- Arrival (ETA): 0600HRS (07:00H)
- Departure (ETD): 1700HR
- Guests (PAX): 1,956
- Crew: 863

This port visit is supported by a wide array of local partners and operators to ensure a safe and memorable experience for all guests and crew:
- Port Agent: Samoa Global Shipping Services (SGSS) is serving as the cruise ship agent.
- Organized Excursions: Samoa Scenic Tours is acting as the official ground handler for the ship's organized tours, utilizing 18 buses for island excursions.
- Local Tours: We have approved 20 private tour operators to be present at the port, offering various island experiences.
- Stall Vendors: 13 local handicraft stall vendors are set up on-port for the day.
- Transportation: 40 registered taxi drivers are operating from the Lady Naomi Terminal.

To extend our warm Samoan hospitality to all 1,952 guests and 863 crew members, the on-port entertainment group was EFKS Fagali’i Youth.

We wish all visitors a beautiful day exploring Samoa!