Grupo XW recibe la autorización oficial de la SEMAR para la inspección de sistemas DP
At Grupo XW and Affiliated Companies, we have achieved a historic milestone that redefines our role in the sector and consolidates our leadership in the national offshore arena. We are proud to announce that the Ministry of the Navy (Secretaría de Marina - SEMAR), through the General Directorate of Maritime Protection and Certification (DIGEPROCER), has granted our organization formal authorization to act as a recognized entity for the inspection and recognition of dynamic positioning (DP) in Mexico.
This achievement is the result of years of technical specialization, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to the safety of human life at sea and the integrity of maritime operations.
What This Authorization Implies for the Sector?
Through Official Letter DCM/STA.- 4632 /2026, issued on June 4, 2026 , Grupo XW is officially registered under Registry No. DTF-GXE-8390-011. Esta distinción nos faculta legal y técnicamente ante la Autoridad Marítima Nacional para validar la correcta operación de los sistemas DP, un componente crítico para la competitividad y continuidad de las embarcaciones de alta especialización.
This official accreditation aligns directly with:
- Global guidelines from the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
- International best practices of the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA).
- Technical guidelines of the Marine Technology Society (MTS).
- Regulatory frameworks promoted by the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
By integrating the national regulations required by SEMAR with global standards, we become the definitive bridge the Mexican industry needs to operate under the most demanding levels of regulatory compliance.
Leadership Backed by Experience: First Recognized Auditor in Mexico
Junto con la certificación institucional de la empresa, la Autoridad Marítima Nacional ha designado formalmente a nuestro CEO & Managing Director, el Miguel Ángel Martínez López (PhD AFNI Marine Consultant & DP Assurance Specialist), as an authorized Auditor for the inspection and recognition of DP systems.
To the best of our knowledge, this appointment makes him the first professional in Mexico to officially receive this distinction from SEMAR. This recognition validates his trajectory of technical excellence, scientific rigor, and contribution to the development of specialized capabilities in the country.
Strategic Impact for Our Clients (Shipowners and Operators)
For vessel owners (shipowners) and fleet managers, this authorization translates into tangible business benefits:
- Guaranteed operational continuity: As a local authorized entity, we drastically reduce response times for mandatory inspections, avoiding costly periods of downtime (downtime).
- Mitigation of financial risks: We ensure that DP systems strictly comply with class and authority requirements, eliminating the risk of contractual penalties or being excluded from critical bidding processes.
- Reputation protection: Working with a team certified by SEMAR and international institutions shields the reliability of your assets before international charterers.
Our fundamental premise is clear: Safety and precision in dynamic positioning are non-negotiable. A safe ship is a competitive ship.
Looking Ahead
This recognition from SEMAR is not the final destination, but the fuel for our growth vision. As an organization evaluated under a solid vision of expansion, we reaffirm our value promise: to transform technical challenges into operational stability.
We deeply thank the National Maritime Authority for the trust placed in our organization, as well as each of our technical and administrative collaborators whose daily effort made this achievement possible.
We will continue to innovate, train, and work with absolute transparency to keep Mexico at the forefront of global maritime technology and safety.
To learn more about the scope of our authorized inspections and how to ensure your fleet's compliance under registry DTF-GXE-8390-011please contact our team of specialized consultants.