Seafarers, Did You Know? Are you sailing in a leadership role onboard? Then you need the Panama SSO Endorsement to meet ISPS Code compliance! Let’s break it down --- What is SSO Endorsement? SSO = Ship Security Officer Issued by the Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) under STCW Regulation VI/5 It certifies that you are trained and authorized to act as the Ship Security Officer onboard Panama-flagged vessels --- Who Needs SSO Endorsement? ⚓ Master 🧑‍✈️ Chief Officer 🧭 Second Officer 👨‍🔧 Second Engineer (Anyone acting as the SSO on board Panama ships) --- Why is it Important? ✅ Mandatory under ISPS Code for those responsible for ship security ✅ A required document for many senior officer COE packages ✅ Adds weight to your resume for leadership roles ✅ Often required during PSC inspections --- Charges (USD): SSO Endorsement: 💰 $80 --- Processing Time ⏱️ Normal Process 📄 Soft Copy: 7–10 working days 📬 Hard Copy: 20–25 working days Fast Track Process ⚡ Soft Copy: 2–4 working days ✈️ Hard Copy: 3–5 working days --- Documents Required 📑 Passport 🛂 Passport-size Photo (white background) 🖼️ Valid CoC 📜 Panama Medical Certificate ⚕️ STCW Basic Courses ⛑️ SSO Certificate (IMO 3.19) ✅ CDC with stamped pages 📘 --- Why Apply with T&M GROUPS | Samudra Nagari? Direct processing through PMA Fast-track & combo options 100% transparent service Dedicated marine documentation support team --- Contact Us Today! 📞 Call / WhatsApp: +91 9076661471 ✉️ Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: www.tandmgroups.com --- #panamasso #shipsecurityofficer #seafarersindia #marineofficer #flagstatedocuments #panamaflag #samudranagari #tandmgroups #ssocertificate #maritimesecurity #coecombo