The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) is proud to be part of a working group, brought together by one of The Bahamas recognised Classification Societies, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), which…
The Bahamas has once again been recognised by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) through its Qualship 21 programme (Quality Shipping for the 21st Century). The Flag’s consistent adherence to…
There are a staggering 5.25 trillion macro and micro pieces of plastic in our oceans, which equates to 46,000 pieces in every square mile of ocean, weighing up to 269,000…
As challenges go, significantly cutting the shipping industry’s carbon footprint by 2050 is a big one. A sector powered by fossil fuels must learn to build a new generation of…
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) announces that it has signed an agreement with Ben Line Agencies to establish representation in South Korea, one of the world’s leading ship-building and ship-owning…
While Singapore often takes centre stage as the regional hub, Hong Kong has long held a strong position due to its long-term links with shipping and the powerhouse that is…
Further to the recent acquisition of Teekay LNG Partners L.P. by US Investment Firm, Stonepeak, the re-brand as Seapeak is well underway with the first vessel re-naming ceremony complete. The…
I have always found writing a message for the BMA Flag something enjoyable, being able to share thoughts on developments both in shipping as such, but of course also on…
A new board has been appointed for The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA), featuring leading figures from the shipping industry including Jacqueline M. Simmons as Chairman. Jacqueline M. Simmons is joined…
Following the general election in The Bahamas and the appointment of the Hon JoBeth Coleby-Davis as The Minister of Transport & Housing, The BMA was honoured that her first official…