Iran Highlights Commitment to International Maritime Cooperation at IMO Assembly

The Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and the Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran is fully prepared to enhance and expand international cooperation in the areas of transit, maritime transport, safety, training, and marine environmental protection.

IMO Kicks Off the 34th Assembly with Strong Iranian Delegation Presence

The 34th session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly officially opened in London with the participation of a high-level delegation from the Islamic Republic of Iran, led by the Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO).

Rasouli: Iran Positioned to Become Key Transit Hub for Central Asia

The Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and the Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization, referencing that the first Summit of Governors of Coastal Provinces of Caspian Sea Littoral States was initiated by the Islamic Republic of Iran, stated that Iran is a unique transit gateway for Central Asian countries to access open waters and the Persian Gulf.

Iran Highlights Strategic Importance of Caspian Region at First Summit of Coastal Governors

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, speaking at the First International Summit of Caspian Coastal Governors, emphasized the strategic importance of this body of water and said that neighboring countries remain the top priority in Iran’s foreign policy.

PMO MD Inspects Development Progress at Caspian Port Amid Caspian Littoral Governors’ Summit

Saeid Rasouli, Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), along with members of the organization’s Board of Directors, visited the development and infrastructure progress of Caspian Port concurrent with the Meeting of Governors of Caspian Littoral States.

Iran Hosts First Caspian Coastal Governors’ Summit in Rasht

Saeid Rasouli, Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), arrived in Rasht on Tuesday to participate in the First Caspian Coastal Governors’ Summit.

Investing Over 10 Trillion Rials to Develop Ahvaz Airport Infrastructure

The Deputy of Roads and Urban Development Minister and the CEO of the Iran Airports and Air Navigation Company(IAC)announced the implementation of a series of major development projects at the country's airports aiming to improve services, increasing economic efficiency, and facilitating passenger movement through the BOT method in cooperation with the private sector.

Iran and Russia to Establish Joint Maritime Consortium in Makhachkala

The Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization announced that officials from the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation will hold talks in Makhachkala today and tomorrow (November 6–7, 2025 / 15–16 Aban 1404) on the establishment of a joint maritime consortium.

PMO Chief Visits Northern Ports to Boost Maritime Development

Saeed Rasouli, Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), paid a two-day visit to Golestan and Mazandaran provinces on October 29–30, 2025 (7–8 Aban 1404), where he inspected the Turkmen, Gaz, Fereydunkenar, and Nowshahr ports and held separate meetings with the governors of both provinces.

PMO Managing Director: “Seafarers Are the Backbone of Iran’s Maritime Industry”

Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) stated that “seafarers are the backbone of the maritime and shipping industry,” emphasizing that the capacity and potential of Iran’s maritime sector are national assets and that the concerns and challenges faced by seafarers must be effectively addressed.

Shahid Rajaee Port Handles Over 36 Million Tons of Cargo in First Half of Year

More than 23 million 637 thousand tons of various goods have been exported from Shahid Rajaee Port from the beginning of this year (Iranian calendar) to the end of September.

Chabahar Port Becomes Major Infrastructure Hub

The Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and the Managing director of the Ports and Maritime Organization announced a 240 trillion rial investment by the private and public sectors in Chabahar Port.

Public Satisfaction with Airport Services Exceeds 72 Percent

The average public satisfaction with airport services has surpassed 72% for the first time across 95% of Iran’s airports, announced Mohammad Amirani, the Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and CEO of the Iranian Airports and Air Navigation Company (IAC).

Passenger Satisfaction with Airport Services boosts by 4.6% in First Half of Year

In the first half of this year, the average passenger satisfaction index across Iranian airports reached 74.8%, marking a 4.6% increase compared to the same period last year. The improvement reflects a growing positive trend in service quality, based on over 1,767,000 recorded votes through the national airport service monitoring system.

Iran-Pakistan Joint Economic Commission holds meeting in Tehran

Mrud, Sep 15, 2025 – Representatives from Iran and Pakistan have opened the 22nd meeting of the Joint Economic Commission in the capital, Tehran, and have agreed to draw up a roadmap aimed at boosting bilateral trade to $10 billion within the next three months

Iran Air files a complaint against European aviation org

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 2025 – Iran Air has filed a legal complaint against the aviation organizations of European countries that have imposed sanctions on the flag carrier of Iran following claims of military cooperation with Russia, an official said

Iran Targets 40 Million Tonnes of Transit in Seventh Plan

Mrud, 1 September 2025 – Iran’s Ministry of Roads and Urban Development has set an ambitious target of 40 million tonnes of annual transit by the end of the Seventh Development Plan, according to senior officials.

Iran and Armenia Agree to Boost Transit Corridors and Transport Cooperation

19 August 2025 – Iran and Armenia have agreed to expand transit corridors, resolve logistical barriers, and strengthen bilateral transport cooperation following high-level talks between their respective ministers.

Bushehr Port Study Published in World’s Leading Hydrographic Journal

A scientific study by the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) of Iran has been published in the International Hydrographic Review, a prestigious journal in the field of hydrography and marine geoscience. The study highlights the accuracy and efficiency of multi-beam surveys at Bushehr Port in the Persian Gulf.

Amirabad Port Expansion Project Set to Boost Capacity to 10 Million Tonnes

Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organisation (PMO) has announced the launch of the development project to increase Amirabad Port’s capacity to 10 million tonnes annually, marking a strategic step in enhancing the country’s maritime logistics performance.

First Azerbaijani Cargo Ship Docks at Astara Port After 18-Month Closure

After an 18-month suspension, the first commercial vessel from Azerbaijan successfully docked at Astara Port on Wednesday, 30 July 2025. The vessel arrived from the Port of Hovsan, marking a key milestone in restoring maritime trade through Iran’s northern gateway on the Caspian Sea.

Khorramshahr-Basra passenger Service Begins for Arbaeen Pilgrims

The Iran Ports and Maritime Organisation (PMO) has officially launched the Khorramshahr–Basra passenger route to facilitate the transport of Arbaeen pilgrims via the Persian Gulf.

Iranian Ports Handle 6 Million Tonnes of Essential Commodities in Q1 1404

 Iranian ports handled 6 million tonnes of essential commodities in the first quarter of the Iranian calendar year 1404 (21 March–20 June 2025), marking a 3% year-on-year (YoY) increase, according to official data.

Iran’s Ports Handle 53 Million Tonnes of Cargo in First Quarter

Iran’s ports handled a total of 53 million tonnes of cargo during the first quarter of the Iranian year 1404 (March 21st - June 20th), according to new figures released by the Ports and Maritime Organisation (PMO).

Anzali Port: Iran’s Gateway to the Caspian and Beyond – A Rising Hub of Regional Trade and Connectivity

Anzali Port, officially known as Bandar-e Anzali, is one of Iran’s most important maritime hubs on the southern coast of the Caspian Sea. Its strategic location in Gilan Province, near the city of Bandar-e Anzali and approximately 330 kilometers from Tehran, makes it a critical gateway for Iran’s international trade and transit activities. The port’s proximity to Rasht, the provincial capital, and its direct access to the Caspian Sea enable it to serve as a central node connecting Iran with the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Russia, and Eastern Europe.

IMO Sets World Maritime Day Theme for 2026–2027:

From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence

12 July 2025 — The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced its official theme for World Maritime Day in 2026 and 2027: “From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence.” The decision was made during the IMO Council’s 134th session held in London from 7–11 July

Iran Envoy Urges IMO to Condemn Assassination of Martyred Seafarer

Iran’s representative to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has formally requested the organisation to condemn the targeted killing of an Iranian maritime official and his family in a recent Israeli military strike.

IMO Ship Recycling Rules Set for 2025 Enforcement

The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships will come into force on 26 June 2025, marking a significant milestone in global maritime safety and environmental protection.

Iran Condemns Israeli Airstrike That Killed Maritime Official and his Family

Iran has strongly condemned an Israeli airstrike that killed a senior maritime official and eight members of his family, calling the attack a blatant violation of international law and humanitarian norms

Iran Conducts First-Ever Vibration Test for Cable Tension Monitoring on Shushtar Cable-Stayed Bridge

In a landmark achievement for Iran's bridge engineering sector, the vibration test method was employed for the first time to measure the tensile force of the cables on the Shushtar cable-stayed bridge. This innovative approach was implemented as part of the bridge’s health monitoring project, marking a significant advancement in infrastructure maintenance techniques.