Home Markets The Bahamas Maritime Authority has expertise of vessel registration across a broad range of market sectors. Its global network of approved inspectors, auditors, engineers, surveyors, technical and operational support staff underpins all activities, providing assistance to Bahamas registered vessels 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Markets served Passenger The Bahamas Maritime Authority is globally recognised as the trusted market leader in the cruise and passenger ship sector. Learn more Dry Bulk The BMA is a leader in the registration of dry bulk carriers of various types, commodity, capacity and fleet age including Capesize, Panamax, Handymax and Handysize, accounting for 18% of its fleet. Learn more Container The BMA is proud to have under its registry some of the largest and most technologically advanced container vessels in the world. Learn more Tankers Crude oil tankers account for almost 14% of the world wide shipping fleet, and The BMA has always been regarded as a top quality registry for any crude or liquid cargo vessel. Learn more LNG/ LPG The BMA is the leading ship registry for the LNG sector, with a proven track record of handling vessels designed with either MOSS or Membrane type systems. Learn more Offshore As the Offshore leader in the industry as per Gross Tonnage, The BMA has some of the most complex and prestigious clients in this sector. Learn more Yachts The BMA understands the unique challenges and varying requirements of owners, captains, crew and superyacht management companies of both commercial and privately registered vessels. Learn more RO/RO The BMA has a number of RoRo vessels registered under The Bahamas flag. These ships are designed to carry wheeled cargo. Learn more Get in touch Speak to a member of our team to discuss your registration transaction needs. Register your vessel with us today The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) welcomes all types of vessels to the register while ensuring relevant legal and safety standards are met. As part of the registration requirements, the technical suitability and age of a vessel are also taken into consideration before it is accepted to fly the Bahamas Flag. Read More
