«Panama Merchant Marine Circular: Authorization and Regulation of Recognized Organizations (ROs) and Security Organizations (RSOs)»
Summary of Merchant Marine Circular MMC-136
This circular provides guidance on Recognized Organizations (ROs) and Recognized Security Organizations (RSOs) authorized by the Republic of Panama to perform statutory certification and services for vessels registered under the Panamanian flag.
Key Points:
- Purpose: To inform stakeholders about the delegation of authority for inspections, certifications, and compliance with safety, security, and environmental standards.
- Scope: Defines the legal framework, including international resolutions and national legislation, allowing the General Directorate of Merchant Marine to delegate verification and certification tasks.
- Definitions: Clarifies the roles, responsibilities, and types of authorizations (Full, Partial, or Limited) granted to ROs and RSOs.
- Compliance Requirements: ROs must adhere to the Recognized Organization Code (RO Code) and other international and national regulations and others.
This circular aims to ensure regulatory compliance, safety, and pollution prevention for the Panamanian merchant fleet.
To read the full-text click here and download.
If you have any other questions or need our assistance, do not hesitate to contact us via office@panamaukraine.com.
Summary of Merchant Marine Circular MMC-136
This circular provides guidance on Recognized Organizations (ROs) and Recognized Security Organizations (RSOs) authorized by the Republic of Panama to perform statutory certification and services for vessels registered under the Panamanian flag.
Key Points:
- Purpose: To inform stakeholders about the delegation of authority for inspections, certifications, and compliance with safety, security, and environmental standards.
- Scope: Defines the legal framework, including international resolutions and national legislation, allowing the General Directorate of Merchant Marine to delegate verification and certification tasks.
- Definitions: Clarifies the roles, responsibilities, and types of authorizations (Full, Partial, or Limited) granted to ROs and RSOs.
- Compliance Requirements: ROs must adhere to the Recognized Organization Code (RO Code) and other international and national regulations and others.
This circular aims to ensure regulatory compliance, safety, and pollution prevention for the Panamanian merchant fleet.
To read the full-text click here and download.
If you have any other questions or need our assistance, do not hesitate to contact us via office@panamaukraine.com.
