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 Merchant Marine Circular No. 267

Please find attached copy of Merchant Marine Circular No. 267 recently issued by Panama Maritime Authority (PMA).

The Administration publicly notifies the content of Resolution No. 106-146-DGMM by which from June 1^st, 2013, all Panamanian flagged vessels of 500 Gross Tonnage and above, must maintain a Class Certificate on board that certifies its structure, machinery and electrical equipment are in full compliance with the provisions of the International Conventions ratified by the Republic of Panama. 

This resolution also states that cargo ships of less than 500 Gross Tonnage, non-propelled vessels, wooden vessels, pleasure yachts not engaged in international trade and fishing vessels are exempt to comply with the aforementioned.The referenced Class Certificate must be issued by a RecognizedOrganization duly authorized by PMA. If you need further assistance regarding this matter, please contact us to  arodilaw@arodi.com