Tag: Panama Maritime Authority

Russia’s oil tanker “shadow fleet” is facing intensified pressure as Barbados and Panama are set to de-list 114 vessels from their maritime registries, Bloomberg reports. 

AMP has initiated the process of expedited cancellation of six Panamanian vessels included in the United Kingdom (UK) Sanctions List.

The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) has announced that a legal mechanism has been established that will allow the immediate cancellation of the registration and navigation patent for international or domestic service of vessels included in sanction lists. 

The Panama Maritime Authority strongly recommends all Panama flag vessels to take all security measures and avoid transiting in the Middle East between Israel, Lebanon and Iran, including the Gaza Strip.

The Panama Maritime Authority has announced that, following an internal investigation, it will automatically cancel the registration of any vessel found to be involved in illegal activities or that changes its flag to evade sanctions.

The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) and the Shenzhen Port Authority of China have signed an agreement aimed at enhancing sustainable maritime development in both countries.

InterManager's recent review of the IMO Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS) and maritime industry notifications has revealed a significant rise in new accident notifications and reports.

In light of recent statistics and findings from the Panama Maritime Authority regarding maritime incidents and casualties in the past four years (2020-2023), it is evident that there are critical areas requiring improvement in the implementation of Safety Management Systems across the fleet.

Due to recent threats from Yemen's Houthi rebels, the Panama Maritime Administration strongly recommends all Panama Flag Registry vessels to take all security measures and avoid transiting the Red Sea, with increased caution through the Strait of Bab al Mandeb.

From January to December 2023, Indonesia, Peru, Philippines, Ghana, and Singapore Straits are the locations that contributed to 70% of the total 120 incidents reported in the Panama Maritime Authority. As such, the Administration encourages all Ship- owners/Operators and Masters to take the proper maritime security measurements in order to reduce and minimize the risks associated.