29/11/2025
Panama has been re-elected to Category A of the IMO Council for the 2026–2027 term, reaffirming its position among the 10 States with the greatest influence on international maritime services.
The IMO is the UN agency responsible for global maritime safety standards, environmental protection, and the technical regulation of international shipping. Being in Category A confirms the leadership and strength of the Panamanian Ship Registry.
This achievement is not only institutional. It is also the result of the daily work of the entire maritime ecosystem: registry auxiliaries, seafarers, brokers, training centers, maritime universities, shipowners, and technical teams who uphold the prestige of the Panamanian flag around the world.
Panama continues to move forward, and those of us in the sector remain committed to raising standards and strengthening our global position.