The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has initiated talks with the Malta Ship Registry aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s ship registration system through knowledge exchange, capacity building, and technical cooperation.
The discussions took place during the Posidonia 2026 maritime exhibition in Athens, where NIMASA Director-General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, met with the Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen of the Malta Ship Registry, Mr. Ivan Tabone.
Both parties explored areas of collaboration, including ship registration procedures, regulatory efficiency, digital transformation, and the adoption of global best practices to enhance the competitiveness and credibility of the Nigerian Ship Registry.
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola and the Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen of the Malta Ship Registry, Mr. Ivan Tabone,discussing on the sidelines of Posidonia 2026, the world’s foremost shipping exhibition, in Athens, Greece.
Speaking at the meeting, Dr. Mobereola reiterated NIMASA’s commitment to fully automating the Nigerian Ship Registry in line with international standards. He noted that the ongoing reforms are designed to improve operational efficiency, encourage indigenous vessel registration, attract investment, and position Nigeria as a leading maritime hub on the African continent.
According to him, the agency is focused on developing a transparent and technology-driven registry that will support the growth of Nigeria’s maritime industry while aligning with the objectives of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy under the leadership of the Minister, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON.
The Malta Ship Registry is regarded as one of the world’s leading ship registries, ranking as Europe’s largest merchant shipping register and among the top six globally by gross tonnage. The registry manages more than 9,500 vessels and is recognised for its robust legal framework, efficient administration, and strict compliance with international maritime standards.
The proposed partnership is expected to provide Nigeria with valuable insights and technical expertise as the country intensifies efforts to modernise its maritime regulatory framework and improve the attractiveness of its ship registry.
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