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Panel: Stowaway Activity and Legal Certainty: Roles of the Judicial System and the Private Sector in Accordance with International Trade Regulations
Stowaway activity is a national challenge that requires a coordinated response.
Within the framework of the Annual Conference of the Judiciary, in the “Relevant Conversations” segment, the Association of Shipowners of the Dominican Republic (ANRD) participated with the panel “Stowaway Activity and Legal Certainty: Roles of the Judicial System and the Private Sector in Accordance with International Trade Regulations.”
The ANRD highlighted the importance of continuing to strengthen coordination among the judicial system, authorities, and the private sector, given its impact on maritime trade and the international perception of Dominican ports.
During the panel, our President, Jaak Rannik, stated: “Stowaway activity is not merely an operational issue. It is a national issue.
International authorities observe not only detection, but also how cases are investigated and what consequences they carry.”
The session brought together key stakeholders — judges, prosecutors, representatives of the port authority, members of CESEP, and companies linked to port security — who agreed on the need to strengthen processes, tighten the response to this offense, and enhance the technical training of justice system actors.
Panelists:
🔸 Armando Rivas – Vice President of Operations, HIT Puerto Río Haina
🔸 Captain Joan Manuel Fabián Mora – Deputy Director of Training, CESEP (Dominican Navy)
🔸 Dr. Ángel Ramos Brusiloff – ANRD Advisor and Maritime Law Consultant
This initiative is part of interinstitutional efforts to strengthen the enforcement of Law 426-07 and to continue enhancing legal certainty in the Dominican Republic.
At the ANRD, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the justice system in its technical specialization in addressing stowaway-related offenses.
Appointment of the New Executive Vice President of the Association of Shipowners of the Dominican Republic
The Association of Shipowners of the Dominican Republic (ANRD) announces the appointment of Sheilly Núñez as Executive Vice President.
An attorney with a Master’s degree in project management, she brings over 20 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, and association leadership. Her background includes senior roles in the private sector, government, and international organizations, supported by a strong academic foundation.
Her management will be focused on advancing the strategic agenda, strengthening the institution, and fostering engagement with the membership, in order to continue promoting the competitiveness, positioning, and development of the shipping sector in the Dominican Republic.
We welcome her to this new stage. ⚓