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AT A GLANCE

Who is Barbara Gallo

Barbara Gallo is a Maritime Advisor who helps shipowners, Flag Administrations and maritime professionals make informed decisions in an increasingly demanding regulatory environment.

Having worked both within a Flag Administration and as an independent advisor, she bridges institutional requirements with the practical needs of the maritime industry.

Today, Barbara is Founder of Maritime & Corporate Affairs, Deputy Registrar of the Palau International Ship Registry, and Advisor to the Consulate General of the Republic of Panama.

Her work is guided by professional judgement, integrity and a practical approach to solving maritime challenges.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A Journey Built Over Time

Barbara Gallo’s career in the maritime sector is the result of decades of experience, developed through continuous work and direct involvement in the industry.

She began her professional journey in 1986, building solid expertise in regulatory and operational processes.

Over the years, she has held key roles such as Deputy Registrar of the Palau International Ship Registry and Advisor to the Consulate General of Panama, supporting shipowners and maritime stakeholders worldwide.

1986

Entered the maritime sector

A career built on institutional knowledge and integrity.

2009 – PRESENT

Founder & Maritime Advisor.

Maritime & Corporate Affairs

An independent practice supporting the international maritime community

2018 – PRESENT

Deputy Registrar

Palau International Ship Registry

Supporting shipowners worldwide with registration and compliance.

2019 – PRESENT

Advisor

Consulate General of the Republic of Panama

Providing strategic support to the maritime sector.

HOW I WORK

The Approach

I Listen

Understanding objectives before discussing procedures.

I Analyse

Evaluating every option from regulatory, operational and commercial perspectives.

I Simplify

Turning complexity into practical solutions.

I Coordinate

Connecting administrations, organisations and maritime professionals.

I Guide

Supporting informed decisions with experience and professional judgement.

WHY WORK WITH ME

Why Choose This Consultancy

.01

Institutional Perspective

Experience gained within Flag Administrations provides a deeper understanding of regulatory processes.

.02

Independent Advice

Recommendations are guided by practical judgement and the client’s objectives.

.03

Problem Solving

Every challenge is approached with a solution-oriented mindset.

.04

Coordination.

Working seamlessly with Flag Administrations, classification societies and maritime stakeholders.

.05

Continuity

Building long-term professional relationships through reliability and consistency.

.06

Integrity

The principle that guides every professional decision.
Where It All Began

The Origins

My father taught me that trust is earned through actions, not words.

He spent his life at sea, facing challenges that required judgement, responsibility and respect for the sea.

From him I learned the value of commitment and the importance of doing things properly.

I entered the maritime world in 1986, driven by curiosity and the desire to understand how an industry so essential to global trade could work better for the people who rely on it. Over the years, I had the privilege of working within a Flag Administration, where I learned the complexity behind every regulation and the importance of each decision.

In 2009, I founded Maritime & Corporate Affairs to offer independent advisory services with a practical, solution-focused approach. Later, I was honoured to be appointed Deputy Registrar of the Palau International Ship Registry and Advisor to the Consulate General of the Republic of Panama.

Today, after almost four decades in this industry, what continues to inspire me is the same as on day one: helping people navigate complexity and achieve their goals with confidence.

The sea taught me discipline. People taught me purpose.

Professional Philosophy

Regulations change.
Integrity does not.

Professional judgement is built through experience.

Trust is earned through consistency.

Integrity is a choice made every day.

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Genova · Cagliari, Italia

+39 338 7755570

info@maritimecorporateaffairs.com

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