Capt. Antonio Ramos Ostia, MSBM
Capt. Antonio Ramos Ostia is a seasoned maritime executive, master mariner, and international shipping professional with extensive leadership experience in ship registry promotion, maritime administration, consular affairs, logistics, marine survey, marine supply, and port development.
His career spans senior roles in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Panama, the Panama Maritime Authority, international shipping logistics, container business operations, and maritime project leadership across multiple jurisdictions.
Career Timeline
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Panama, Republic of Panama
Promoted the Panama Ship Registry in the region, provided technical assistance to shipowners, ship management companies, and manning companies, protected Panamanian citizens, and supported commercial and diplomatic relations between Panama and the Philippines.
Panama Canal Projects Holding Group S.A.
Led a group of companies engaged in marine survey, marine supply, and port development.
International Shipping Logistics S.A.
Supervised, controlled, and monitored logistics chain management and merchandise distribution, assisted in budget and contract cost planning, and managed cargo import and re-export operations across more than 30 countries.
COSCO Panama Maritime S.A. / China Ocean Shipping Companies
Coordinated vessel operations worldwide in accordance with head office policies and regulations, oversaw stowage planning, monitored discharge and loading operations at Colon Container Terminal, and ensured compliance with ISPS Code procedures and terminal safety standards.
Panama Maritime Authority
Managed maritime matters for ships flying the Panamanian flag, including seafarer certification under STCW and IMO regulations, ship surveys, statutory certification, office administration, employee supervision, and quality management compliance.
Merchant Marine Vessel
Served onboard cruise ships with responsibilities covering onboard safety, bridge watchkeeping, crew training, drills, regulatory compliance, voyage safety, and implementation of international maritime standards including STCW, MARPOL, SOLAS, COLREG, and ILO requirements.
Academic Background
- Merchant Maritime Academy (Panama)
Nautical Engineer – Specialization in Navigation and Marine Transportation - Merchant Maritime Academy (Panama)
Master Mariner (Ocean-going vessel with no limitation) - Diploma in International Business
Specialization in International Commerce - Master’s in Shipping Business Management (MSBM)
Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) - Doctor of Philosophy in Maritime Administration
Specialization in Logistics Chain Management – Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS)
Communication
- Spanish: Fluent in writing and speaking
- English: Fluent in writing and speaking
- Greek: Commercial speaking
- Mandarin: Commercial speaking
- Filipino: Commercial speaking