From the General Botha Old Boys Association Muster List

After G.B. joined Clan Line Steamers by way of the ‘Clan Malcolm’ on the 6th January 1958.

Remained with Clan Line (British & Commonwealth) until February 1966.

Second Officer’s Chief Officer’s and Master’s Certificates were completed in Cape Town.

After completing Master’s in May 1966 transferred ashore and joined African Associated Agencies and Stevedoring as a Stevedore Superintendent, remaining with them until April 1983. African Associated Agencies with name changes and mergers became part of South African Stevedores. 25 years unbroken service.

In May 1983 started wtih Natal Lashing Services which is a licensed Stevedoring Company operating in Durban and Richards Bay.