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What is changing for shipping in 2026
Significant international and regional regulations are set to take effect throughout 2026
Temporary suspension of Panamanian fishing related activities in the NEAFC
Panama has mandated a total suspension of all NEAFC-regulated fishing activities for 2026.
SDC 12 – Key Outcomes (January 2026)
The IMO finalized guidelines for Remote Inspections and FRP structures, while advancing roadmaps for Nuclear Power, Steering standards, and Underwater Noise reduction to enhance future ship design and safety.
Procedures for Port State Control, 2025 (Jan 2026)
the updated Procedures for Port State Control (2025) introduce new guidelines on security aspects and an expanded list of relevant instruments.
Panama Pre-Check Process Update
The Panama Maritime Authority has updated Merchant Marine Notice No. MMN-11-2024
National Contact Points for Safety and Pollution Prevention and response
The IMO has released the updated list of national contact points for reporting pollution incidents involving oil and harmful substances.