30 years providing Integrated services to the International Maritime Community

We specialize in offering integrated solutions and services under a single company to the national and international maritime community.

About Us

Experience that connects oceans

Panama Maritime Group is a pioneer in Panama in providing comprehensive solutions for the national and international maritime community. With over 36 years of experience, we integrate technical, legal, and operational expertise through our companies.

Our companies

Our group

Panama Maritime Group, is one of the first Panama-based companies to offer integrated solutions and services to the national and international maritime community, covering the wide range of maritime services and needs through the following companies:

Class Society • Recognized Organization

Established in 1989, Panama Maritime Documentation Services (PMDS Class) is a leading RO/RSO providing classification, statutory services, and certification to the international maritime community.
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Seafarers Training and Technical Documentation

Marine Training and Certification Centre Inc. Stablished in 2006 and duly authorized by Panama and Liberia flag as Training Center, Filing agents (flag technical documentation), and other services
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Legal • Ship Registration and Deputy Registrar of Immarbe

Law firm founded in 1994, providing personalized legal services to the national and international maritime sector. We assist with vessel registration under different flags, among other services and offer additional advantages such as acting as Authorized Deputy Registrar #85 for the Belize flag.
Go to Torrijos »

Flag Inspections • Consultancies

International Maritime Inspector (IMI) provides a wide range of maritime inspections and consultancy services, including surveys, P&I inspections, and support in quality and safety management systems.
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INDUSTRIES

We offer comprehensive insurance and maritime protection solutions, supporting shipowners, shipping companies, agents, and shipyards globally.

PMDS offers comprehensive technological services to the maritime industry, by the development of tailored technological solutions. These services are used by maritime companies, ships, crew agencies, maritime administrations, to control its activities, increase competitiveness and enhance efficiency of its operations and processes. PMDS SEALAB offers among other services:

  • Sea Medic – Medical Certificates for Seafarers
  • Technological consultancies
  • Software development
  • Automation
Alliances

Strategic Alliances

Our strategic alliances allow us to expand the reach of our services and provide reliable solutions internationally, while always keeping our company as the main point of contact for our clients.

Legal assistance and representation before all the instances in which civil and commercial proceedings take place (Debts collections, claims for damages, in an extrajudicial phase or claims before our Ordinary Justice Courts)

Representing clients of the sector from around the globe including but not limited to ship-owners,  marine lenders, ship operators, ship managers, charterers, and other entities involved in the maritime industry.

Legal assistance in the analysis, preparation, and filing of arbitration proceedings, as well as representation at all stages. Special writs to set aside arbitral awards, enforcement of arbitration awards, and requests for interim and injunctive relief.

what we offer

Our Services

Why Choose Us

Your strategic partner in the maritime world

At Panama Maritime Group, we offer much more than services: we provide trust, support, and comprehensive solutions that accompany the maritime community in every port around the world.

  • 36+ years of experience in the global maritime industry
  • One stop solution to your fleet with legal, maritime, seafarers and other services
  • International presence in main ports of the world with specialized technical personnel
  • 24/7 technical, academic and legal support

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testimonials

Customer Testimonials

5/5

I have been working with Panama Maritime Group since 2009 and can attest to their professionalism, reliability, and efficiency in vessel classification,  Legal matters and Training, Their consistent support and adherence to national and  international standards make them a trusted partner in the maritime sector.

Surveyors manager
5/5

PMDS has been a fantastic partner – always quick to respond, professional, and friendly.  Their support makes compliance and surveys easy, and we highly recommend their excellent service to anyone in the maritime industry!

Panahon Marine
5/5

Surveyor of PMDS, very experienced and top notch in surveying field.  Wonderful Collaboration and Partnership

Singapore PMDS Surveyor
5/5

We have been working together with PMDS since 2004, they are excellent, professional and reliable partners.  Among the hundreds of ships we have cooperated with, they have shown excellent professional knowledge in technical and always provide solutions that meet our needs. 

Dalian- China PMDS Surveyor
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