Working to enhance the global supply chain network, safety and quality are at the forefront of everything The BMA does

The Bahamas 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 the Bahamas fleet.

Its dedicated team works closely with owners and operators to ensure vessels and fleets adhere to all national and international policies and regulations.

A leading voice influencing change in maritime safety

The Bahamas is not just a pretty flag on the back of a ship, but a team that is instrumental in helping change the industry

The Bahamas is a leading player in maritime safety.  It ensures conclusions reached from investigations result in targeted amendments to international instruments.

• The Bahamas collaborated with others to propose changes to the classification of Bauxite within the IMSBC Code following the loss of the BULK JUPITER (2015).

• Following a fire in the cargo discharge system of SUL bulk carrier YEOMAN BONTRUP, The Bahamas submitted a paper to the IMO leading to amendments to section 3.1 of the IMSBC Code. 

Industry Partners

The BMA collaborates with leading bodies, shipping professionals, regulatory authorities and governments across the Dry Bulk sector.

• Intercargo – The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners
• Intermanager – The international trade association for the shipmanagement industry
• BIMCO is the world’s largest direct-membership organisation for shipowners, charterers, shipbrokers and agents

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