The Bahamas Maritime Authority
The Bahamas Maritime Authority, also known as the BMA is the marine authority for the Bahamas and is responsible for registering vessels in the Bahamas flag state. Known for its young vessel fleet the BMA offers many advantages to vessel owners registering their yacht or ship with them. If you are considering yacht of ship registration with the BMA it is advised that you seek the assistance from a professional consultancy firm to ensure you are fully aware of the rights, requirements and obligations the BMA expects from vessels and their owners.
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Responsibilities of the BMA
Established in 1995, he Bahamas Maritime Authority focuses on providing ship safety and protection to all vessels operating in the Bahamas flag state and all vessels registered with the BMA. In addition to assisting and supporting vessel owners, the crew on board the vessel are also offered support.
The main areas of activity for the BMA are:
- Ship registration
- Manning licenses
- Crew licenses
- Marine investigations in cases of casualties
The principle of the BMA is to ensure and enforce ship safety and standards while consistently monitoring marine standards and implementing enhanced frameworks.
Many vessel owners seek ship registration with the Bahamas Maritime Authority for a number of reasons, including;
- The BMA is respected internationally for exceptional standards and practices
- The fleet of vessels registered with the BMA is young enabling standards to be up kept
- Ship registration with the BMA will ensure little or no risk of problems with vessel inspections at ports
- BMA is a member of the IMO
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