Panama Marine Surveyors
Welcome to Panama Marine Surveyors
At Panama Marine Surveyors, we take pride in offering a wide range of comprehensive marine surveying services, strategically positioned in the heart of Central America’s most vital maritime hub. Our expert team at Panama Marine Surveyors consists of highly trained and experienced marine surveyors who are committed to ensuring the safety, operational compliance, and long-term value of your marine assets. Whether you own a vessel, operate a fleet, or manage cargo logistics, Panama Marine Surveyors is dedicated to supporting you with detailed inspections and customized assessments that meet international standards and regulations.
Our services at Panama Marine Surveyors cover various types of marine inspections, from pre-purchase surveys to damage assessments and cargo inspections. We understand the importance of timely and accurate information in maritime operations, which is why Panama Marine Surveyors provides thorough reports, complete with recommendations for maintenance, repair, or operational adjustments. With our in-depth knowledge of the region’s maritime laws and industry practices, Panama Marine Surveyors is your trusted partner for safeguarding your investments in ships, yachts, and marine equipment.
Whether you are navigating the complexities of marine insurance, preparing for a transaction, or simply maintaining your vessel’s performance, Panama Marine Surveyors is here to assist every step of the way. Our goal at Panama Marine Surveyors is to give you the confidence that your assets are in full compliance with safety and environmental standards, while also maximizing their operational efficiency. By choosing Panama Marine Surveyors, you are not just getting a service – you are partnering with a team dedicated to protecting the future of your maritime operations.
Panama Marine Surveyor provided an exceptionally professional service, complemented by a thorough follow-up report. Their quick response time, reliability, and great value set them apart.
About Us
Panama Marine Surveyors is your expert partner in the maritime sector. Since the establishment of the Panama Ship Registry in 1917, Panama has become the largest open registry in the world, with over 9,100 registered vessels and a total tonnage of 222.6 million GRT. Our headquarters are located in Panama City, and we are proud of our ISO 9002 certification and participation in the IMO Audit Scheme.
We offer a wide range of services, including vessel registration, crew certification, and safety inspections. Our Manning and Certification services have no nationality restrictions for officers or crew, and we provide certification for seafarers from IMO “white listed” countries. Additionally, fully qualified Panamanian seafarers and cadets are available. With years of experience, we are committed to providing fast and reliable solutions for all your maritime needs, including processing over 2,100 Panama Seafarer endorsement applications annually.
Over 2100 Panama Seafarer endorsement applications annually
Our Services
SHIP REGISTRATION
Panama Marine Surveyors is open to all types of vessels including bulk carrier, cargo ships, tankers, containerships, passenger ships, fishing vessels, tugs, yachts, barges, MODUs and other ocean-going vessels.
VESSEL REGISTRATION SERVICE
The office is completely empowered to process all applications for temporary and permanent registration of a vessel and including the registration of maritime Liens, issuance of seafarer endorsements, obtaining transcript of registry amongst many other Panama related vessel documentation.
ELIGIBILITY
There is no restriction in ownership as all foreign owned companies or individuals may register vessels under the Panama Flag.
MANNING REQUIREMENTS
Panama is a party to the STCW Convention, as amended and is on the IMO White List of countries that have given full effect to this Convention. There are no nationality restrictions.
PANAMA SEAFARER ENDORSEMENTS
The Seafarers Department is responsible for the processing of seafarer documents in accordance with the STCW Convention
and the monitoring of crew compliance on board all Panama registered vessels. Application for endorsement certificates can be made through our office and will be issued within a matter of 2 hours.
RECORDING OF TITLE AND MORTGAGE
The recording of title deeds, mortgages, liens and encumbrances or any other assignments relating to any registered vessel is governed by the Merchant Shipping Act.
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