– discussions on safety and compliance commence today

GUYANA will, this month, welcome maritime officials and industry representatives from across the Caribbean as it hosts two major regional meetings aimed at strengthening maritime safety, regulatory oversight and co-operation within the sector.
Approximately 40 delegates representing 20 member and associate member states, along with observers and representatives from other territories, are expected to participate in the 31st Caribbean Port State Control Conference (CPSCC), which will be held from June 16 to 18 at the AC Marriott Hotel in Ogle.
The conference will focus on enhancing regional collaboration and harmonising efforts to improve vessel safety, compliance and port state control practices throughout the Caribbean. It will also provide a platform for maritime administrations, port state control officers and industry stakeholders to exchange best practices, discuss emerging challenges facing the maritime industry and advance compliance with international maritime standards.
Guyana will also host the Regional Meeting of Directors and Heads of Maritime Administrations (DIHMAR) from June 22 to 24 at the Aiden by Best Western Hotel in Georgetown.
Convened under the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the DIHMAR meeting will bring together senior maritime officials from across the region to review developments within the maritime sector, strengthen co-operation among member states and advance initiatives aimed at improving maritime safety, security and environmental protection.
The back-to-back meetings are expected to facilitate greater regional coordination on issues affecting the maritime industry and support efforts to ensure safe, efficient and sustainable shipping operations throughout the Caribbean.
Hosting both events underscores Guyana’s growing role in regional maritime affairs and reflects the country’s continued commitment to advancing maritime development, strengthening governance frameworks and improving regulatory oversight across the sector.
Officials say the conferences will provide an important opportunity for regional stakeholders to collaborate on shared priorities and reinforce the Caribbean’s collective commitment to international maritime standards and best practices.