The agreement on a framework to achieve the International Maritime Organisation’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets for the international shipping industry was a historic achievement for Jamaica and member States…
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Organisation to flag at least four of its vessels in its home country 16 April, 2025, Gothenburg, Sweden – Leading tanker shipping company Stena Bulk has today confirmed its intention to register…
Additional checks on Chinese, Hong Kong & Macau flagged vessels28 Mar 2025, TaiwanFrom 31 March “substandard vessels” and “specific vessels” with Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau backgrounds will be…
Piraeus, March 14, 2025. Capital Gas Ship Management Corp. has successfully completed the registration process of the LNG/C ‘Asklipios’ (‘ΑΣΚΛΗΠΙΟΣ’) to the Greek registry. LNG/C ‘Asklipios’ is now sailing around the…
The Bahamas Maritime Authority Announced as Presenting Sponsor for CLIA’s Business on the Bay
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) is proud to serve as the Presenting Sponsor for Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) Business on the Bay event during Seatrade Cruise Global 2025. As a CLIA Diamond Member, The…
President of the Comité Maritime International delivers lectureAs Jamaica continues to develop its maritime sector, expanding its shipping services, growing its bunkering capability, and operating the country’s first floating drydock,…
The St Kitts & Nevis International Ship Registry (SKAN) has underlined its commitment to safety onboard ship by ensuring that all its flagged vessels adhere to the latest regulations governing…
Liberian Registry Welcomes Kyle Hurst as Senior Vice President, Fleet Communications and Technology
The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, is proud to announce the appointment of Kyle Hurst as the Senior Vice President of Fleet Communications and Technology. Kyle brings over…
According to the latest evaluations, Panama has achieved a 96.5% compliance rate with international maritime safety and environmental protection standards. This milestone reinforces the quality and credibility of the Panama…
Interested parties looking to explore the range of services offered by St Kitts & Nevis international Ship Registry (SKAN) are cordially invited to visit Booth 6B81 at the forthcoming and…
The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank H. Marmol as Vice President, Technical at our Miami office, effective January 2025. With…
Brief Update No 25/02 Date: 23 – Jan – 2025 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G. Ltd / Operations Department. The provided…
In this issue we have selected the following topics for you: – EUROMAR Celebrates the 1,000th Vessel Registered Under the Portuguese Flag (MAR) – The Portuguese Flag Celebrates a successful…
Jamaica’s membership of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is “critical to ensuring the interests of member States of the Caribbean, as well as other Small Island Developing States and Least…
The Panamanian-flagged tanker Nestos (IMO 9417464) played a pivotal role in a search and rescue mission, coordinated with the Greek Coast Guard, to save a distressed vessel. As reported by…
Stalwart of IMO meetings presented with the International Maritime Prize for 2023. H.E. Captain Ian Finley, Permanent Representative of the Cook Islands, has been presented with the prestigious International Maritime…
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has initiated the expedited cancellation of six Panamanian-flagged vessels recently added to the United Kingdom’s Consolidated List of Financial Sanctions Targets. These actions are being…
The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest flag registry is undergoing the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS). The initial phase of the audit took place from November…
Panama has reached a historic milestone, registering 358 newly built ships to date, representing over 8.5 million Gross Tonnage (GT). This achievement reaffirms Panama’s status as the world leader in…
Panama establishes legal framework to revoke registration and licenses of vessels on international sanctions lists
Panama establishes legal framework to revoke registration and licenses of vessels on international sanctions lists The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has introduced a legal mechanism enabling the immediate revocation of…
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) announces that, following an internal investigation, it will automatically cancel the registration of any vessel found to be involved in illegal activities or that changes…
PMA shows its progress on the maritime procedures system and electronic ship registry (REN)
The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is making progress in implementing the Maritime Procedures System and Electronic Ship Registry (REN). This is a modern technological platform for ship registration that will…
Liberian Registry issues Design Verification Assessment for HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering High-Pressure Pump for LNG Fuel Gas Supply Systems
The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, is proud to announce HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering’s (KSOE) SD Business Division has been awarded with a Design Verification Assessment…
Liberian Registry Announces New Hire: Commander Norm Witt Joins as Vice President of Port State Control Affairs
The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest shipping registry, is pleased to welcome Commander Norm Witt (U.S. Coast Guard, retired) to its team as Vice President, Port State Control Affairs. …
PMA exceeds expectations in flag registry and reinforce its fleet growth strategies
The renewal of the Panama merchant fleet is one of the quality objectives of the Panama Maritime Authority (PMA), which is why the entry of vessels under 15 years of…