News & Events

In this edition of the CMAR newsletter, we take you inside Curaçao’s World Maritime Day celebrations, from the inspiring student visits in the port to the member networking event at the Maritime Museum. We also share highlights from Curaçao’s presence at the CSA Annual General Meeting in Suriname, break down the delayed international shipping climate agreements, and invite you to support CITRO’s upcoming fundraiser in November.

In this edition of CMAR News, we visit MRC, the island’s powerhouse for engine and generator services, to hear how Corinne and Kristy Senior are leading with flexibility, skill and a whole lot of heart. Read about an update by Seawings. And we recap the PMAC 2025 Conference, where Curaçao hosted one of the most praised editions to date, bringing together regional leaders to shape the future of the Caribbean port sector.

Fresh insights from the CMAR community! This issue of CMAR News features a closer look at Rozanne Messchendorp, the driving force behind Bluewater Marine Services, and their 24/7 role in Curaçao’s offshore operations. We also highlight the upcoming CSA Annual General Meeting in Suriname this October. Explore the latest updates and connections in the regional maritime sector.

In this issue, we sit down with Sander Rijsdijk, Chief Development Officer at 2Bays, to learn more about the company's transition and vision for the future of Curaçao’s port landscape. We also take a look ahead at AAPA LATAM 2025 in Lima, a must-attend event for our region’s maritime professionals. There’s a reminder to register for the upcoming PMAC Conference and we’re also sharing a photo album from this year’s CMAR General Meeting. Take a look back and see if you spot any familiar faces!

In this edition, we explore how the Maritime Single Window is streamlining port operations, find out more about the upcoming PMAC Conference right here in Curaçao, and take a look at the exciting expansion of the Rif Cruise Terminal. Plus, we spotlight a major industry move: the launch of the Smart Container Alliance, set to enhance global trade security.