Shipping Arabia, October 30, 2026 – The Iraqi Supreme Maritime Authority (ISMA) has reviewed regulatory proposals and measures supporting Iraqi maritime sector development during the second session of its Board of Directors. Discussions focused on strengthening institutional performance, improving coordination among maritime authorities and enhancing the efficiency of the country’s maritime administration.
The meeting was chaired by ISMA Director General and Chief Marine Engineer Ali Abdul Latif Al-Tamimi. Board members examined laws, proposals and other agenda items related to maritime sector regulation and the development of institutional working procedures.
The session brought together senior representatives of Iraq’s maritime and security institutions, reflecting efforts to strengthen cooperation among government entities responsible for maritime activities.
Regulatory Proposals and Iraqi Maritime Sector Development
The Board of Directors reviewed several regulatory matters and proposals aimed at improving the authority’s operations and supporting the development of Iraq’s maritime sector.
Discussions covered existing working procedures, institutional performance and approaches to enhancing administrative efficiency. Members also exchanged views on proposals intended to improve the authority’s ability to carry out its responsibilities.
Particular attention was given to developing working mechanisms that meet the current requirements of maritime activities. The discussions also addressed ways to strengthen the authority’s institutional capabilities and support its role in regulating and developing Iraq’s maritime sector.
The meeting emphasized the importance of adopting approaches that improve operational efficiency and contribute to achieving the authority’s established objectives.
Maritime and Security Authorities Strengthen Coordination
The session included representatives from several key organizations involved in Iraq’s maritime sector.
Among the participants was Sinan Abdullah Ati Abdullah, Director General of the General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI). The meeting was also attended by the Commander of the Iraqi Navy, the President of the Arabian Gulf Academy for Maritime Studies and representatives of the Border Guard Command.
Their participation provided an opportunity to exchange views on regulatory and institutional matters affecting the maritime sector. Board members also discussed ways to improve coordination between the relevant authorities and strengthen cooperation across their respective areas of responsibility.
The discussions highlighted the importance of integrating institutional efforts to support maritime sector development. Participants emphasized that continued coordination among maritime and security organizations would contribute to improving working procedures and overall institutional performance.
The Board also underscored the need to maintain cooperation among relevant government entities to support the implementation of the authority’s objectives.
Through these discussions, the Iraqi Supreme Maritime Authority reaffirmed its focus on improving institutional effectiveness, strengthening administrative coordination and supporting the continued organization and development of Iraq’s maritime sector.
Source: Iraqi Supreme Maritime Authority and General Company for Ports of Iraq
