Cairo: The Suez Canal Authority has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the global maritime community, amidst ongoing developments in the Red Sea region. The authority emphasized its dedication to maintaining effective communication with major shipping lines, international shipping chambers, and various organizations, as it navigates geopolitical and security challenges impacting the sustainability of global supply chains.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the Suez Canal Authority has engaged in direct and regular meetings with notable figures such as the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization and the President of the International Chamber of Shipping. These discussions have focused on enhancing joint cooperation, with significant investments from the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group at Egyptian ports, highlighting the canal’s pivotal role in supporting the group’s activities.

The authority has also fostered training collaborations with major shipping lines, such as a joint agreement with MAERSK TRAINING for advanced programs in leadership and crisis management. The Suez Canal’s Marine Training and Simulation Academy continues to offer specialized programs to ensure safe passage through the canal.

Statements from industry leaders, including MSC CEO S¸ren Toft and IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez, underscore the canal’s vital role in global trade and its contribution to reducing carbon emissions. Despite challenges in the region, maritime statistics reveal a strong interest in resuming passage through the canal, with 166 vessels rerouting to the Suez Canal since February.

Recent developments, including the completion of the southern sector expansion project, enhance navigational safety and capacity. The authority continues to provide comprehensive maritime services, including urgent maintenance and rescue operations, reinforcing the canal’s leadership and resilience.

The Suez Canal Authority urges media accuracy and objectivity, emphasizing the importance of relying on official sources for information about the canal’s capabilities and global status.