Bahamas ships to benefit from WCPFC and NEAFC cooperation
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) is delighted to announce that the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC), at its 2020 annual meeting, has accorded The Bahamas the status of…
The BMA delighted to be a Partner of SHIPPINGInsight – A Vision for the Decade
With a line-up of over 100 speakers from approximately 40 companies, SHIPPINGInsight was a valuable opportunity for maritime professionals to gather virtually to discuss and debate the vision for the…
The BMA is elected to the Advisory Committee of the IMSO
The BMA is delighted to have been elected once again to the Advisory Committee of the International Mobile Satellite Organisation (IMSO). The IMSO is the intergovernmental organisation whose primary purpose…
Time for a rethink on what a quality flag really is
For those wondering what a quality flag represents, they need look no further than The Bahamas. Its steadfast commitment to quality and safety has once again been recognised by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) through its Qualship 21…
Spotlight on Bespoke Registration Services
Excellence and quality are the cornerstones of the work of The Bahamas Maritime Authority and its registration teams. Throughout the entire registration process, the teams work diligently to provide support…
The BMA continues to follow World Health Organisation advice
Throughout the pandemic, The BMA has continued to follow the expert advice of the World Health Organisation and local national medical authorities on COVID-19. The BMA upholds its responsibilities and…
Bahamas Maritime Authority to implement research into the mental wellbeing of seafarers
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) is today announcing a new survey, the Seafarer COVID-19 Welfare Survey, designed to capture and reflect the mental health needs of seafarers around the world…
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…