ISM Shipping Solutions Ltd is a British family business founded in 1998. We specialise in assisting Panamanian-flagged ships, as well as companies and organisations that offer services to Panamanian vessels.
We advise and support law firms, administrations, ship managers & operators, engineering firms, Private Maritime Security Companies (PMSCs), P&I Clubs, and a wide range of maritime professionals—delivering practical solutions grounded in Panamanian regulation.
We stay current with Panamanian legislation and have helped clients become the first to obtain key accreditations to serve Panamanian-flagged ships.
Milestones
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2007 – Electronic Record Books (ERB): We lobbied the Panamanian government to embrace the digital era. New legislation followed, authorising official electronic logbooks on Panamanian ships. ISM Shipping Solutions subsequently secured the first ERB accreditation for onboard use.
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2012 – PMSC Accreditation: Panama legislated that PMSCs must be accredited to place armed guards on Panamanian ships. We managed the very first PMSC accreditation and have since obtained 30+ accreditations worldwide. We also oversee reporting and annual returns to keep those accreditations valid.
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2018 – Strategic Accreditations: We obtained accreditation for (i) the company that compiles and publishes all Merchant Marine Circulars, and (ii) the first independent EU MRV & IMO DCS certification services company recognised for Panama.
Beyond these milestones, we assist Recognised Organisations (ROs), crew managers, and maritime training centres operating within the Panamanian framework.
Why Use ISM Shipping Solutions?
We handle the paperwork — You focus on your business
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Full registration service: From provisional to permanent registration — we manage all documents, filings, and formalities.
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Fast & accurate: Avoid delays and costly errors. Our team ensures everything is done right, the first time.
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Direct coordination with the Panama Maritime Authority: We know the exact processes and have strong local connections, speeding up approvals.
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24/7 support: Personalized assistance whenever you need it. No waiting, no guessing.
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Beyond registration: We also handle crew endorsements, radio licenses, technical certificates, and compliance monitoring.
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Your peace of mind, our priority — for ships, crews, and companies alike.