Members of the Bartica and Supenaam to Parika Speedboat Association met with senior officials from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) to discuss operational challenges and regulatory compliance within the sector.
The meeting was held with Director of Maritime Safety, Captain Courtney McDonald; Registrar of Ships, Gale Culley-Greene; Legal Officer, Tiffany Hohenkirk; Ship Inspector, Captain Alex Hinds; and Marine Superintendent and Surveyor of Ships, Captain Christopher Bailey.
Discussions focused on challenges faced by speedboat operators, as well as operating policies aligned with MARAD guidelines. The engagement also addressed conduct within the industry and highlighted key areas of mutual concern between regulators and operators.
According to MARAD, the session formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen compliance and improve safety and operational standards within the inland and river transport sector.
The Maritime Administration Department Guyana said continued dialogue with stakeholders remains important in ensuring safe and efficient marine transport services.
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