COCATRAM and DIRECTEMAR Coordination Meeting
A virtual coordination meeting was held between the Executive Directorate of the Central American Commission on Maritime Transport (COCATRAM) and representatives of the General Directorate of Maritime Territory and Merchant Marine (DIRECTEMAR) of the Chilean Navy. The meeting focused on exchanging information and strengthening coordination between the two institutions, with a view to coordinating technical […]
Working Meeting with Focal Points from Maritime Authorities on the PRO-SEAS Project
As part of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) PRO SEAS Project, COCATRAM convened the Focal Points of the Maritime Authorities to discuss, together with consultant Jorge Cabrera, the scope and methodology of the “Regional Policy Analysis Consultancy,” to be carried out this year. The consultancy aims to identify the regulatory framework and existing policies in […]
COCATRAM Board of Directors Holds Its 126th Regular Meeting
On August 21, COCATRAM held the 126th meeting of its Board of Directors in Managua, Nicaragua, with representatives from its member countries in attendance. The session was chaired by the Secretary General of the Panama Maritime Authority, Mr. Volney Guinard Estripeaut, in his capacity as Pro Tempore President for 2025–2026. During the session, strategic issues […]
COCATRAM Holds Workshop on Port Security Practices and Exercises
With the aim of strengthening technical capabilities in maritime and port security, the workshop “Port Security Practices and Exercises” began on August 24 in Managua, Nicaragua. The event was co-organized by COCATRAM, the Chilean Embassy, and the Chilean Navy’s General Directorate of Maritime Territory and Merchant Marine (Directemar). The training, which is taking place from […]
COCATRAM’s Supervisory Committee holds Meeting ahead of the 126th Meeting of Its Board of Directors
In Managua, Nicaragua, the Supervisory Committee held its scheduled working session today, August 20, in preparation for the 126th Meeting of its Board of Directors, which will take place tomorrow. During the session, key institutional management issues were addressed, including a review of the agenda and previous agreements, an analysis of the financial and budget […]
COCATRAM holds Coordination Meeting for the OceanLitter Project
On Thursday, August 6, COCATRAM held its first virtual coordination meeting with Costa Rican consultant Jorge Cabrera, who is responsible for carrying out the International Maritime Organization (IMO) consultancy as part of the OceanLitter Project, aimed at developing the Regional Policy Analysis. Representing COCATRAM were Executive Director Otto Noack and ROCRAM-CA Coordinator Eva Calderón. During […]
COCATRAM Participates in Smart-C Workshop and Initial Training on the LC/LP
From August 4 to 6, 2026, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, the Smart-C Workshop on the London Convention and Protocol was held, organized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and COCATRAM, with the support of the Dominican Republic Navy and under the auspices of the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of Korea. […]
First Meeting of Latin American Maritime Authorities (DAMLa)
The First Meeting of Latin American Maritime Authorities (DAMLa) began today in Guatemala City. This event brings together directors and heads of the region’s maritime administrations to strengthen coordination, promote the harmonized implementation of IMO instruments, and advance more effective maritime governance. Over the course of three days, participating authorities will share experiences, identify common […]
COCATRAM Delegation Strengthens Inter-institutional Efforts Aimed at the Official Inclusion of the Dominican Republic
The COCATRAM delegation, led by President Pro Tempore Volney Guinard Estripeaut, and Executive Director Otto Noack, held meetings with officials from the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and International Cooperation Hugo Rivera, along with Director of Trade Integration Carmen Elena Ibarra Toledano and the Officer in Charge […]
Puertos del Estado and COCATRAM Sign a Memorandum of Understanding
Puertos del Estado and COCATRAM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost the competitiveness and progress of ports and to make strides in key areas such as regulations, public domain management, security, energy transition, and innovation, among others.
