Shipping Arabia, October 31, 2026 – The Libyan Chamber of Shipping held a meeting with representatives of shipping agencies in Tripoli on October 27 to discuss challenges facing the maritime sector, regulatory matters and opportunities to strengthen cooperation. The meeting focused on improving shipping services and developing operational procedures to support Libya’s maritime transport industry.
The meeting took place at the Ministry of Transportation headquarters in Tripoli. It was chaired by Abdelnasser Shubar, Chairman of the Chamber’s Management Committee, alongside Deputy Chairman Salem Al-Ramali and Secretary-General Maj. Gen. Mohamed Ali Arhim.
Representatives of shipping agencies participated in discussions covering operational difficulties, industry coordination and the need for stronger communication between maritime stakeholders.
Addressing Challenges Facing Shipping Agencies in Libya
The Libyan Chamber of Shipping reviewed the main challenges and difficulties affecting shipping agencies and discussed possible approaches to improving working conditions across the sector.
Participants examined ways to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the Chamber and shipping agencies. The discussions also addressed the development of working procedures to improve maritime services and support the efficiency of shipping operations in Libya.
The Chamber emphasized the importance of maintaining direct engagement with shipping agencies to better understand their operational concerns and identify priorities for sector development.
The meeting formed part of the Chamber’s continuing efforts to encourage cooperation among maritime stakeholders and coordinate initiatives that serve the interests of Libya’s maritime transport industry.
Strengthening Industry Consultation on Maritime Regulations
A key focus of the meeting was the importance of involving shipping agencies in discussions concerning legislation and regulations issued by the Libyan government.
The Chamber highlighted its commitment to collecting observations, feedback and proposals from shipping agencies regarding regulatory measures affecting their activities.
This consultation aims to strengthen communication between industry representatives and the Chamber while ensuring that the practical concerns of shipping agencies receive appropriate attention.
The discussions also emphasized the need to coordinate efforts among maritime stakeholders and develop a more collaborative approach to addressing regulatory and operational challenges.
Through continued engagement with shipping agencies, the Libyan Chamber of Shipping seeks to strengthen industry cooperation, improve the quality of maritime services and support the development of the country’s maritime transport sector.
Source: Libyan Chamber of Shipping
