President Jennifer Simons has formally installed Delano Landvreugd as the new Chairman of the Board of Commissioners for Suriname’s Maritime Authority (MAS). The appointment signals continuity with the strategic direction established by previous leadership while introducing strengthened governance protocols. Landvreugd immediately emphasized transparency, rigorous oversight, and organizational professionalism as foundational pillars of his mandate.
The newly constituted board comprises members P. Dawsa, A. Dankerlui, S. Biervliet (Pakkitow), S. Sitaram, S. Badjalala, and J. Koese. According to Suriname’s Communication Service, Landvreugd committed to fostering constructive collaboration both within the board and with MAS executive leadership. He acknowledged that operational adjustments would be implemented where necessary to enhance organizational effectiveness.
A key presidential directive requires the board to address specific concerns identified in submitted reports, with particular attention to enhanced monitoring of financial flows within the institution. Landvreugd acknowledged there is always room for improvement and pledged full board engagement toward achieving established objectives.
The Chairman anticipates structured and transparent dialogue between the Board of Commissioners and executive management, expecting complete openness in all collaborative efforts. Notably, the maritime authority will intensify its focus on developments within Suriname’s burgeoning oil and gas sector, anticipating increased vessel traffic in national waters. Beyond ensuring navigational safety, Landvreugd identified potential revenue generation opportunities that could contribute significantly to state coffers.