Maritime Cook Islands delivers registry services through specialist operational departments responsible for vessel registration, technical, survey and certification compliance, seafarer certification, and financial administration. Clients who choose to work directly with Maritime Cook Islands will engage with the teams responsible for delivering each service. These departments work collaboratively to ensure vessels flying the Cook Islands flag remain compliant with international and national maritime regulations and requirements.
The Registration Department administers the Cook Islands Ship Register and manages the legal and administrative aspects of Customer Due Diligence and Vessel Registration.
The department works directly with owners, managers and authorised representatives to ensure efficient processing and accurate registry records.
Registration Department services include:
Elements of survey, certification, and seafarer endorsements required during provisional or permanent registration are managed by the Regulatory, Technical & Operations Department (RTO) and the Seafarer Training & Certification Department (STC).
Changes of ownership may impact MLC Shipowner records and may require coordination with technical administration and compliance teams.
The Regulatory, Technical & Operations (RTO) Department ensures technical compliance and oversight with international maritime conventions and national regulatory requirements.
The department coordinates surveys, audits, inspections, and compliance monitoring through its team of Technical Managers, Technical Administrators, MCI surveyors and Recognised Organisations.
RTO services include:
The Seafarer Training & Certification (STC) Department administers seafarer certification and documentation in accordance with the STCW Convention and Code.
The department supports seafarers, shipowners, and managers by issuing the certifications and endorsements required for service on Cook Islands vessels and foreign flagged vessels.
STC services include:
The Accounts Department supports clients with financial administration relating to services delivered by Maritime Cook Islands.
The team works closely with operational departments to ensure accurate invoicing and efficient processing of payments for registry services.
Accounts services include:
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