The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) has initiated the first phase of its new Electronic Vessel Registry (REN), marking a significant step toward modernising its maritime operations.
The REN system is designed to integrate and streamline the functions of Panama’s Ship Registry and the Public Registry of Ship Ownership. This unified digital platform will handle documentation and certification related to property titles, ship mortgages, and naval liens.
Developed through a trial-and-error process, the REN was shaped to reflect the practical needs of the maritime industry. According to AMP officials, the platform will continue evolving to meet user demands and enhance operational efficiency.
By bringing both registries together into a single online system, AMP aims to simplify procedures for both national and international users, significantly reducing processing times.
“We cannot subject our users to unnecessary bureaucracy. We aim for comprehensive, cross-sectoral excellence—our goal is to match or even surpass the efficiency of our competitors,” said Marta Aparicio, Head of the Public Registry of Ship Ownership.
Ramon Franco, Director General of the Merchant Marine/Ship Registry, added that the new digital tools are expected to improve responsiveness and tracking within Panama’s shipping infrastructure.
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