CONFLICTS hace 22 días

Panama Strips Three Sanctioned Tankers as U.S. Tightens Iran Oil Squeeze

Panama Maritime Authority moves to expel three tankers flagged for transporting Iranian oil.

SHIPPING hace 49 días

82,000-Tonne Bulk Carrier Strikes Fishing Vessel

A Panama-flagged bulk carrier collided with a Chinese fishing vessel.

SHIPPING hace 59 días

Fire Reignites on COSCO Car Carrier After a Month at Sea

Panama detects new hot spot on abandoned 7,500-vehicle vessel as salvage teams struggle to cool the stern.

BUSINESS hace 99 días

Panama Strengthens Internatioal Confidence in its Ship Registry whith ISO 9001:2015 recertification

During the award ceremony, the Director General of the Merchant Marine, Ramón Franco, emphasized that the recertification represents much more than compliance…

BUSINESS hace 107 días

Panama Strengthens Its Role as a Digital Hub Through Submarine Cable Oversight

The Panama Maritime Authority ensures the technical, operational and safety conditions required for the deployment of critical telecommunications infrastructure, reinforcing the country's…

PORTS hace 107 días

Panama to Expand Ocean Monitoring Network with Three New Tide Gauges

The project will strengthen early warning systems, navigational safety and scientific research through the installation of three new monitoring stations along the…

PORTS hace 121 días

Panama Maritime Authority Issues More Than 2,300 Seafarer Licenses in the First Half of 2026

More than 3,600 people received maritime safety training as the Panama Maritime Authority expanded licensing and certification services to coastal and island…

SHIPPING hace 121 días

President Mulino Meets Japanese Shipowners to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

President José Raúl Mulino met with leaders of the Japanese Shipowners’ Association to strengthen maritime cooperation, promote employment opportunities for Panamanian seafarers,…

SHIPPING hace 134 días

Panama returns to the Paris MoU White List through stronger maritime governance and a comprehensive compliance strategy

The recognition reflects sustained improvements in maritime safety, regulatory compliance, and the quality of the Panamanian Ship Registry, reinforcing its position as…

PORTS hace 578 días

Panama establishes zero-tolerance policy against the misuse of its flag

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is implementing necessary measures to refine its merchant fleet. These actions reflect the nation’s commitment to safeguarding…