CISOA CEO Eleanor Keukura Roi Appointed Interim Secretary General of the Asian Shipowners’ Association.

AVARUA, COOK ISLANDS – The Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA) announced the retirement of its long-serving Secretary General, Mr. Yuichi Sonoda. Concurrently, ASA Chairperson Mrs. Eleanor Keukura Roi will assume the role […]
Exploring Africa’s “next frontier” at the Inaugural African Boating Conference

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – 22 October 2025 – Maritime Cook Islands was proud to be on the ground in Cape Town this week for the kickoff of the inaugural […]
Maritime Cook Islands Participates in Crucial National Consultation to Advance Crew Labour Standards

RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS – 21 October 2025 – Maritime Cook Islands (MCI) is pleased to confirm its participation in the National Consultation on Crew Labour Standards for fishing vessels, a […]
Press Release: Cook Islands Concludes Successful IMO Member State Audit

RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS – 9 October 2025 – The Government of the Cook Islands, through the Ministry of Transport’s Maritime Administration and associated agencies, is pleased to announce the successful […]
MCI Strengthens Industry Ties at Monaco Yacht Show 2025

MONACO – OCTOBER 1ST 2025 – Following the conclusion of the spectacular 2025 Monaco Yacht Show, the global superyacht industry is buzzing with the connections made and the innovations unveiled. […]
Press Release: IMO Secretary General Inaugural Visit to the Cook Islands

RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS – 28th August 2025 – Maritime Cook Islands was honored to welcome His Excellency Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), on his inaugural […]
The 47th Pacific Maritime Transport Alliance Conference

Maritime leaders from across the Pacific gathered in Rarotonga this week for the 47th Pacific Maritime Transport Alliance (PMTA) Conference…
The Cook Islands plays key role in IMO Maritime Safety discussions

LONDON – The Cook Islands was represented by Rachele Andreani, at the 11th session of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Sub-Committee on Implementation of IMO Instruments (III), which convened from July […]
Maritime Cook Islands Engages with Regional Leader at Australian Commercial Marine Conference

SYDNEY – Australia’s commercial marine industry convened in Sydney on July 31 for the second annual Australian Commercial Marine Conference, a pivotal event for the sector. Amid robust discussions on the […]
Cook Islands Ship Owners Champion next generation of vaka captains

A vital partnership with Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation secures crucial qualifications for future leaders at sea. The Cook Islands Ship Owners Association is proudly supporting the next generation of […]