01 Geographic scope
Mexico
Preventive measures reported on October 15, 2026
Cyclone preparedness and continuity of coastal activities
The Coordinación Nacional de Protección Civil reported that it had stepped up preventive measures in Pacific coastal municipalities, in coordination with the Navy, the Ministry of Defense, and local authorities. Its statement highlighted risks from rainfall, waves, and flooding, as well as the importance of following instructions from harbor master offices.
LAMLS perspective · Editorial analysis. Continuity of maritime activities begins with timely decisions to protect people, vessels, and land access routes. Institutional coordination and operational recovery merit assessment alongside the monitoring of weather events.
Information as of this edition’s cutoff date; navigation decisions require consultation of current notices issued by the authorities.
02 Geographic scope
Latin America and the Caribbean
Activity scheduled for October 12–16, 2026 · Callao, Peru
Regional cooperation on container control
SUNAT’s official program scheduled an in-person course on container inspection and control in Callao for October 12–16, organized with French Customs and the World Customs Organization’s Regional Training Centre. The invitation was addressed to professionals from Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica, and Peru.
LAMLS perspective · Editorial analysis. Maritime supply chain security requires shared capabilities among customs authorities, ports, and operators. Regional training provides a concrete setting in which to examine cooperation, risk management, and the protection of legitimate trade.
The source confirms the schedule and dates; it does not establish results or attendance. No publication date is shown.
Extension published on October 16, 2026 · Comments accepted through October 30
Brazil extends consultation on bulk cargo transshipment
ANTAQ extended the deadline to October 30 for comments on barge-to-ship transshipment operations involving solid bulk cargo. The consultation seeks information for the preliminary regulatory impact analysis of item 1.3 of its 2025–2028 Regulatory Agenda. Contributions must be submitted using the official form.
LAMLS perspective · Editorial analysis. The process offers an opportunity to observe how operational knowledge informs waterborne transport regulation. It provides a comparative reference for analyzing safety, costs, and logistics coordination before new provisions are drafted.
Preparatory consultation; it does not constitute the adoption of a new rule.
Announcement dated October 15, 2026 · Workshop planned for October 21–22 in Brasília
Port adaptation through nature-based solutions
ANTAQ and Brazil’s ministries responsible for ports and the environment announced a workshop on nature-based solutions for climate adaptation in ports. The meeting will address the conservation and restoration of coastal ecosystems, as well as technical, institutional, regulatory, and financial barriers to incorporating these measures into planning.
LAMLS perspective · Editorial analysis. Protecting port capabilities also depends on the surrounding ecosystems. The comparative value will lie in the recommendations and experiences that can be documented after the meeting.
Activity announced as of the cutoff date; its results are not yet part of this edition.
03 Geographic scope
Rest of the world
Inauguration on October 13, 2026 · Monaco
A permanent secretariat for mapping the ocean floor
The International Hydrographic Organization reported the inauguration of the GEBCO Secretariat, supporting the global ocean floor mapping program developed jointly with UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission. The new office, located in Monaco, will coordinate initiatives, cooperation, and funding. The Government of Monaco will provide funding for an initial three-year period.
LAMLS perspective · Editorial analysis. Knowledge of the seabed underpins research, spatial planning, and risk management. For Mexico and Latin America, the news invites an examination of their capacity to produce, share, and use ocean data.
Workshop held October 6–8, 2026 · Report published October 12 · Abidjan
Francophone Africa strengthens capacity for the maritime transition
The IMO reported on a workshop in Abidjan that brought together 80 participants from 18 countries to deepen their understanding of maritime decarbonization and MARPOL Annex VI. Discussions covered port infrastructure, alternative fuel supply chains, training, and institutional capacity, with an emphasis on a just transition.
LAMLS perspective · Editorial analysis. This experience offers a reference for Latin America and the Caribbean: the maritime energy transition requires coordination among regulation, investment, and employment. Its assessment should consider the region’s capacity to participate in decision-making and benefit from the transition.
The workshop took place before the reporting week; it is included based on the publication date of the official report.
Editorial approach
Facts, sources and context
An informative selection from public sources verified as of the stated cutoff. Event dates and publication dates are distinguished where appropriate. Maritime relevance is an editorial assessment by LAMLS; it does not constitute legal advice or imply endorsement of the sources’ positions.
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