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The Palau International Ship Registry was created by an amendment to the Title 7 of the National Code in 2010.

🇵🇼 Welcome to Palau Ship Registry
The authorised Ship Registry Service Provider for the Government of the Republic of Palau, delivering professional, compliant and quality-focused flag-state services. The Palau International Ship Registry was appointed by the Government of The Republic of Palau as the Ship Registry Administrator and provides the day-to-day management for the Republic of Palau Ship Registry.

07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day from Palau Ship Registry - PSR!

On the first Monday of September, Palau celebrates Labor Day, a day dedicated to recognising the hard work, contributions, and achievements of workers across all professions and backgrounds.

As this special day arrives, may it be an opportunity to step away from the everyday pace, enjoy some well-deserved relaxation, and spend meaningful time with your loved ones.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and enjoyable Labor Day, filled with rest, connection and appreciation.

Happy Labor Day!

19/08/2026

🌊A smarter flag for modern yacht owners.

With Palau Ship Registry - PSR, registering your pleasure yacht is fast, straightforward and designed around your needs. Once the required documentation is received, your registration can be completed within 24 hours, while our dedicated team provides real-time guidance throughout the entire process to ensure a seamless experience from start to finish.

Beyond speed, you benefit from:
✅Flexible 1, 3 or 5 year registration options
✅Competitive fees with no hidden charges
✅E-Certificates and crew documentation services
✅Worldwide support through our extensive network of Deputy Registrars and Flag State Inspectors

Less time registering. More time enjoying.

👉Register your pleasure yacht with Palau Ship Registry now: https://www.palaushipreg.com/yacht-registration/pleasure-yacht/information

13/08/2026

Palau Ship Registry - PSR provides instant electronic verification of seafarer certificates through its secure registry database, allowing you to quickly and easily confirm the authenticity of issued credentials with confidence.

A simple verification process that supports transparency, compliance, and trust.

👉 Verify your seafarers' certificates with Palau Ship Registry: https://www.palaushipreg.com/certificate-verification/seafarer

👉 Discover more about Palau Ship Registry: https://www.palaushipreg.com/

06/08/2026

The national flag of the Republic of Palau is more than a symbol of statehood. It is a reflection of cultural identity and tradition.

Adopted with the establishment of constitutional government, the flag was selected through a public design competition and created by Blau Skebong.

At the heart of the flag lies a deep cultural narrative expressed through powerful symbolism.

🔹The golden disk represents the full moon, a sacred and highly significant element in Palauan tradition. It symbolises harmony, balance, and community life.

🔸The light blue field reflects peace, stability, and the surrounding ocean environment that is fundamental to Palau’s way of life and identity as an island nation.

🔹The off-centre placement of the moon suggests movement, continuity, and the natural flow of time.

👉Discover more about the symbolism of Palau’s flag: https://www.palaushipreg.com/republic-of-palau/the-flag

04/08/2026

🔥 Cargo fires at sea remain a growing safety challenge.

The increasing transport of high-risk cargoes, including lithium-ion batteries, combined with misdeclared or improperly declared shipments, continues to heighten the risk of onboard fires.

Reducing this threat requires:

🔹 Stronger cargo verification procedures
🔹 Advanced fire detection technologies
🔹 Enhanced crew preparedness

Together, these measures help support safer vessel operations and a more effective emergency response.

Palau Ship Registry - PSR continues to promote awareness of cargo fire risks and the adoption of best practices that enhance safety across the maritime industry.

📖 Further reading: Navigating the Fire Risk (2025), published by Safetytech Accelerator as part of its Cargo Fire & Loss Innovation Initiative (CFLII):https://www.safetytechaccelerator.org/_files/ugd/f996cc_b31b4e29a5d9467c857fa96b7a302bdc.pdf

31/07/2026

📄 A newly released crew claims report by Gard, based on approximately 3,000 P&I crew claims from 2025, provides valuable insights into the risks seafarers face during everyday operations at sea.

❗️ The findings challenge common assumptions about onboard safety, showing that injuries frequently occur during routine tasks and often involve experienced crew members.

Key findings from the report include:
🔹The first three months on board present the highest risk of injuries.
🔹The highest concentration of injuries occurs between 08:00 and 10:00, during peak activity hours.
🔹 Most injuries take place during planned, routine operations on deck and in the engine room.
🔹 Experienced seafarers are involved in accidents as frequently as less experienced crew members.

By sharing industry insights such as these, Palau Ship Registry aims to support greater awareness of the challenges seafarers face and contribute to safer working environments across the maritime sector.

👉 Read the full report here:https://assets.eu.ctfassets.net/jchk06tdml2i/6kguc1UFpBRtS7xb41pZqf/b207211a689c7ccdcb913eb95ebe7b1c/Gard_Crew_Claims_Report_2026.pdf

30/07/2026

Palau Ship Registry - PSR recognises that efficient access to information and documents is essential for the maritime industry.

To support shipowners, ship managers and maritime professionals, PSR offers a comprehensive online library that brings essential documents together in one organised and easily accessible platform.

The online library includes:

🔹 Marine Documents, including circulars, notices, forms and regulatory guidance
🔹 IMO Instruments, featuring key International Maritime Organization conventions and instruments
🔹 Legislation, covering Palau's maritime laws and regulations

Designed to save time and simplify document retrieval, the library provides one reliable source for the information you need, whenever you need it.

👉 Explore the PSR Online Library: www.palaushipreg.com/

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24/07/2026

📖 New Rescue at Sea guide reinforces life-saving obligations at sea.

The UNHCR, IMO and ICS have published a revised edition of the Rescue at Sea guide, offering updated practical guidance for governments, shipowners, ship managers, officers and seafarers involved in maritime rescue operations.

The guide reinforces the long-established legal and humanitarian obligation to assist persons in distress at sea and to facilitate their safe disembarkation in accordance with international law.

Designed to support more effective and coordinated rescue efforts, the publication also provides greater clarity on the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved.

👉 Explore the new Rescue at Sea guide: https://www.imo.org/en/mediacentre/pressbriefings/pages/revised-rescue-guide.aspx

23/07/2026

🔔 The Canal de Panamá (Panama Canal Authority) has announced a reduction in the maximum permitted draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax locks, effective 24 July 2026.

Under the new measure, the maximum allowable draft will be set at 14.94 metres (49.0 feet), reflecting current and projected water levels in Gatun Lake.

The adjustment forms part of the Canal’s ongoing water management strategy and aims to optimise the use of available water resources without affecting the daily number of vessel transits.

Palau Ship Registry - PSR (PSR) draws the attention of shipowners and ship managers to these upcoming draft restrictions and advises them to assess any potential impact on voyage planning and cargo capacity.

👉Learn more: sa.digital.wilhelmsen.com/adv-22-2026-panama-canal

15/07/2026

🔔 The Brazilian Navy strengthens the biofouling regulatory framework.

Palau Ship Registry - PSR informs stakeholders of recent regulatory developments in Brazil concerning the management of biofouling and the prevention of the transfer of invasive aquatic species.

Through NORMAM-401/DPC, the Brazilian Navy has introduced a structured framework addressing biological fouling on vessel hulls and submerged surfaces, in alignment with IMO guidelines.

📌 Key points:
🔹Regulation in force since June 2025
🔹Transitional, educational enforcement currently applied
🔹Full administrative penalties expected from June 2026

Palau Ship Registry - PSR encourages all shipowners and ship managers trading to Brazilian ports to review the requirements and ensure timely compliance ahead of full enforcement.

👉 Further details are available at:https://www.intertanko.com/images/topics-issues/environment/2025/Brazil_biofouling_regulation_English_Version_translated.pdf

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