The Bahamas Government offers shelter to cruise ships
Of huge concern to the entire shipping industry has been the general health and wellbeing of seafarers who are central to the global response to, and recovery from, the COVID-19…
The BMA Launches Major Enhancements to its Online Registration Information System
The BMA has made some significant enhancements to its digital platform, the Bahamas Online Registration Information System (BORIS), underlining its commitment to remain at the forefront of reviewing and implementing…
The Bahamas Maritime Authority commemorates 25 years with a brand-new website and fresh new look
As part of our 25th anniversary celebration The BMA was delighted to launch its brand-new website and a rejuvenated look at the end of 2020. The brand new website has…
The Bahamas sees a positive future for shipping post COVID-19
As the world draws its breath after the unprecedented challenges of 2020, I am extremely proud, as a former seafarer, of the important role played by ships, and their crews,…
A look back over 25 years of the BMA
We take a look back over the last 25 years at The Bahamas Maritime Authority, both at how we’ve changed and grown, and of course taking note of how we’ve…
An interview with Deputy Chair, Peter John Goulandris
Peter John Goulandris’ name has been synonymous with The Bahamas Maritime Authority since it was established in 1995. He not only played a vital role in the foundation of the…
25 Years, The Chairman Reports In Support of Progress
We have just closed the 25th Year of The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) – an important milestone and a time to look back, and most of all to look forward. …
The Bahamas’ national approach to COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has had – and continues to have – major implications for the overall economy and all sectors of The Bahamas, but the Government’s primary responsibility and priority…