Maritime Administration Department Guyana

07/06/2026

New transmission network to strengthen national grid, support growth across Demerara and Berbice

Guyana’s electricity network is undergoing one of its most significant transformations with the construction of more than 70 kilometres of new high-voltage transmission infrastructure designe…

04/06/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫, 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

There has been much commentary on the renewal of the contract between the Guyana Power and Light Inc. and UCC JV with Karpowership.

I would like to assure the public that the Government of Guyana is working in the best interests of the people of Guyana to get the best possible commercial rate for the renewal of the contract.

I want to reassure the population that no power outage is occurring due to a lack of power generation.

Rather, there may be power outages due to maintenance of the power grid and interruptions caused by private contractors.

We continue to be in the negotiation process, while the powership maintains an uninterrupted supply of electricity to the national grid.

The public will be apprised at the appropriate time on the completion of the contractual negotiations between the Guyana Power and Light Inc. and UCC JV with Karpowership.

02/06/2026

Join us in congratulating Vanessa Merchant on her outstanding achievement as the recipient of the Maritime Safety Advocate Award from the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean, Guyana Chapter Inc.

This recognition reflects her dedication, commitment, and contributions to promoting maritime safety and advancing excellence within the industry.

Congratulations, Vanessa, on this well-deserved honour!

02/06/2026

Congratulations to our IT Technician, Oneka Douglas, on being recognised by the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean - Guyana Chapter Inc. (WiMAC - Guyana Chapter Inc.) for her outstanding contribution to digital transformation and innovation in the shipping industry.

Your dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing technology in the maritime sector continue to make a meaningful impact. We are proud of your achievement and wish you continued success.

02/06/2026

Congratulations to Director General, Captain Stephen Thomas, on receiving a Special Recognition Award from the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean - Guyana Chapter Inc. (WIMAC - Guyana Chapter Inc.) in recognition of his longstanding support and contributions to the advancement of women in the maritime sector.

Captain Thomas was one of five men honoured at the Second Annual WIMAC Gala. The award was presented by WIMAC - Guyana Chapter Inc. Director of Projects, Anesa Barnes.

01/06/2026

27/05/2026

Eid Mubarak from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD)!

As we celebrate Eid ul Adha, MARAD extends warm wishes to all our Muslim brothers and sisters across Guyana and around the world. May this sacred occasion bring peace, countless blessings and love to you and your families.

May the spirit of sacrifice, compassion, and unity continue to inspire us all as we work together to build stronger communities and a brighter future.

Eid Mubarak!

26/05/2026

Happy Independence Day, Guyana!

This Diamond Jubilee is a celebration of our rich culture, resilience, achievements and the spirit of patriotism that makes Guyana home. May we continue to move forward together in pride, peace and prosperity.

From the Advisory Board, Management and Staff of the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD).

24/05/2026

Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Deodat Indar explained that Guyana’s Maritime Boom Brings New Challenges as the Government Moves to Tighten Oversight.

As Guyana’s economy continues its rapid transformation through oil and gas development, the country’s maritime sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, prompting government officials to intensify monitoring and oversight to prevent rising shipping costs and supply chain disruptions from affe...

21/05/2026

Did you know that the name of a licensed water taxi is displayed on the port (left) or starboard (right) side of the vessel?

Captain Dwayne Anderson, Inspector of Shipping at the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD), explains how passengers can properly identify the name of a water taxi and check the approved passenger capacity before boarding.