Decree No. 64/2026 approving the Maritime Transport Regulations and repealing Decree No. 35/2007 of 14 August, Decree No. 35/2016 of 31 August and Articles 23, 24 and 25 of Decree No. 41/2007 of 24 August.

This Decree approves the Regulation on Maritime Transport and repeals the previous regulatory framework governing commercial maritime transport. Its principal objective is to establish a comprehensive legal regime for the exercise of maritime transport activities in Mozambique, covering the carriage of passengers, baggage and cargo, cabotage services, tourist transport, vessel chartering, and related maritime services. The Regulation broadens the scope of maritime transport regulation, strengthens requirements for licensing and operational authorisations, and establishes rules governing national and foreign operators, vessel registration, crew composition, safety standards, environmental protection, insurance requirements, and the rights and obligations of maritime transport providers. It also seeks to promote the development of maritime transport as a strategic sector contributing to national socio-economic development.
The Regulation further aims to improve the safety, efficiency, accessibility and sustainability of maritime transport services by establishing detailed requirements for vessel operation, passenger protection, cargo handling, maritime security, and environmental safeguards. It promotes the development of national cabotage services through incentives for Mozambican operators, encourages the training and employment of national maritime personnel, and strengthens regulatory oversight by the maritime transport authority through licensing, inspections, sanctions and monitoring mechanisms. In addition, the Regulation provides for universal access initiatives to ensure the availability of maritime transport services in underserved areas, while supporting competition, investment, consumer protection, and the long-term development of the national maritime industry.