Member States

Venezuela

The aquatic spaces of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela have high geopolitical, geostrategic, and geoeconomic potential due to their excellent geographical location, offering favorable conditions for the development of the maritime sector.

It has a maritime coastline extending a total of 5,500 linear kilometers, of which 3,750 km correspond to the Caribbean coast and 1,750 km to the Atlantic coast. The country possesses significant port infrastructure, including ten (10) public ports, twelve (12) river ports, seventy-two (72) facilities in the naval industry, and four hundred and twenty (420) smaller port facilities, maritime terminals, and operational recreational, fishing, and artisanal ports along its coasts, enabling free trade.

Given the wide range of services offered to maritime users, we can state that the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela provides ideal conditions to sustain international maritime trade.

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Maritime Authority of

Venezuela

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF AQUATIC SPACES (INEA)
The INEA is an institution of the Venezuelan State that exercises maritime authority and administration in accordance with the powers granted by law. It is committed to the continuous improvement of seafarer training processes, the implementation of regulations issued by the International Maritime Organization, and the enforcement of standards governing navigation, maritime safety, ship registration, revenue collection, public and private ports, and the control of maritime transport and traffic.

The Institute integrates technological advancements to achieve these objectives, aiming to ensure the satisfaction of both internal and external users through the quality of the services provided. Its mission contributes to the sustainable development of Venezuela’s “Blue Economy,” while actively promoting the preservation and protection of the environment.

To exercise aquatic authority and administration at the national level, meeting the needs of seafarers and entities related to the maritime sector, while ensuring compliance with current legal regulations, upholding social responsibility, and promoting public participation.

To be a highly efficient institution that delivers the highest quality services to our users, contributing to the sustainable development of the maritime sector.

contacts

Red MAMLa en

Venezuela

Lizett Carrero Guillen

lcarrero@inea.gob.ve

Web site

https://www.inea.gob.ve/

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