by Gerard Rios | Jul 14, 2025 | Press Release, Registry News
The Republic of Panama has officially launched its campaign for re-election to Category “A” of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 term. The announcement was made on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, during a ceremony at the Royal Air Force...
by Gerard Rios | Jun 23, 2025 | Press Release, Registry News
The General Directorate of Merchant Marine (DGMM) of the Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has issued a series of warnings to Panamanian-flagged vessels due to rising tensions in the Middle East, through Maritime Notice MMN-04/2025. The DGMM highlighted the security...
by Gerard Rios | May 23, 2025 | Press Release, Registry News
In a move aligned with the standards of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Panama has strengthened its requirements for ship-to-ship (STS) oil transfer operations involving tankers registered under its flag. The objective: to shut the door on the so-called...
by Gerard Rios | May 21, 2025 | Press Release, Registry News
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has strengthened its collaborative ties with the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) during a recent visit by ITF delegates to the General Directorate of Seafarers (DGGM). The meeting focused on reinforcing the...
by Gerard Rios | May 12, 2025 | Press Release, Registry News
In the maritime industry, one concept stands as a defining factor between success and failure: safety. By definition, safety means the absence of danger—being free from risks or harmful conditions. But ensuring a safe environment requires more than just intentions; it...
