Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels
Effective Date: Immediate
Dear All,
This Newsletter aims to inform all concerned parties about the Marine Notice 05/2026 issued by Panama Maritime Authority. The purpose of this Marine Notice is to inform all Panamanian-flagged vessels operating near Iran, Israel, the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman and Strait of Hormuz of the security risk due to the recent increase of tensions within the Middle East, which could have a direct impact on vessels and crew.
More specific:
- The Panama Maritime Administration strongly recommends all Panamanian-flagged vessels to take all security measures and avoid transiting through the above areas.
- All Panamanian vessels in Iranian waters and/or Iranian ports must comply with the specific precautionary measures imposed by the Government of Iran.
- captains/operators/ship security officer/Company Security Officer to maintain close communication with local shipping agents for the latest information and updates and follow the specific navigation routes provided by the authorities on site.
For the full text please follow the link below.
For any questions or further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at technical@phrs.gr
If you have any security incidents or notice any suspicious activity, you must report it immediately to the Maritime Ships Security Department at compliance@amp.gob.pa.