This bulletin replaces and includes updates to bma bulletin no. The authority has an office in the shirlaw house in nassau. It also has offices in the bahamas house in new york city, in the hutchinson house in hong kong, and in london. The bahamas maritime authority oil record book part i. Bahamas maritime authority oil record book part 1 machinery. All three items are required to be entered before the entry can be considered to be complete. Jan 01, 2018 bahamas maritime authority oil record book part 1 machinery space operations all ships on. Latest and breaking news on bahamas maritime authority. The bahamas maritime authority considers that if the code letter and narrative record of operations clearly identifies the potential pollutant and associated operation. Existing garbage record books issued by the bahamas maritime authority. When you put them all together it is clear that the bahamas is a maritime nation with a lot of activity up and down the archipelago, from cruising to the movement of goods, foodstuffs and fuel trans. The bahamas maritime authority bma welcomes all types of vessels to the register while ensuring certain legal and safety standards are met. The authority, subordinate to the norwegian ministry of trade and industry, is located in haugesund and led by director general of shipping and navigation olav akselsen.
This technical alert is to inform all parties of the new format of the. This bulletin includes procedures for managing the registration and on going. It also has offices in the bahamas house in new york city, in the hutchinson house in hong kong, and in london the agency was established in july 1995. Jun 24, 2016 this project which is a collaboration between rgd and the bahamas maritime authority has partnered with royal caribbean cruise lines and norwegian cruise lines in offering bahamian marriage experiences on bahamian registered vessels sailing under the bahamas flag outside of our territorial waters.
The visit was designed to consolidate existing relationships and to seek new business opportunities in the fastest growing oil and gas. Bahamas maritime authority oil record book part 1 machinery space operations all ships on. The bahamas is one of the the worlds largest register, following liberia and panama and it is the world leader in cruise passenger ships. The special qualification certificates,specify the particular category or rating which the holder is. Convention means the maritime labour convention 2006 adopted by the international labour organization at geneva on the 23d february, 2006 and ratified by the bahamas on the 11th february. The bahamas maritime authority bma is an authority that registers vessels in the bahamas and enforces safety standards on bahamianregistered craft. In the case of an operation which is carried out by a person who is not an officer, the responsible officer must make the entry into the oil record book. The maritime authority of the cayman islands will pass on to the requester the actual costs of postage or courier delivery. Bahamas maritime authority visits brazil bahamas news. Maritime authority of the cayman islands maci chief executive officer mr a. Bahamas maritime authority local business facebook.
We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Explore bahamas maritime authority profile at times of india for photos, videos and latest news of bahamas. Garbage record book part i is to be used by all ships to which marpol annex v applies from 01 march 2018. The maritime authority deals with the global shipping, while the port department of the ministry of transport deals with local shipping. The bahamas maritime authority attracts many of the worlds premier shipping companies to its register because we are totally committed to achieving and maintaining the highest possible international standards in our fleet, from our crews, among our shipowners and of course from our staff, especially our teams of inspectors worldwide. If a fee applies, you will be advised of the amount and how it has been calculated. Bahamas maritime authority in london, greater london.
Company shall note that if any activity is referred to in the official log book olb, that record shall beretained as anattachment to the olb and. The bahamas maritime authority bma continues to receive requests for additional information on and, possible use of, a bahamas srb for travel and identity purposes. Director of the bahamas maritime authority or a representative designated by the director of the bahamas maritime authority. Logbook bahamas oil record book part 2 tankers bahamas. The function of the bma is to register vessels, enforce ship safety requirements and to constantly monitor and improve standards.
If application being submitted using the bahamas seafarer online system, then tick the box and attach pdf copy of supporting documents. Bahamas maritime authority oil record book part 1 machinery space operations all ships. Garbage record books the bahamas maritime authority. The bahamian fleet comprises some 1,650 oceangoing vessels totaling over 53 million gross tons. See who you know at bahamas maritime authority, leverage your professional network, and get hired. You will need to go to my requests, incomplete document requests, select the application and continue to fill out the. Bma may continue to be used until 28 february 2018, subject. Ive asked new york governer andrew cuomo if we could bring the comfort back to its base in virginia so that we can have it for other locations, and he said we would be able to do. As part of the registration requirements, the technical suitability and age of a vessel are also taken into consideration before. The bahamas maritime authority is an authority that registers vessels in the bahamas and enforces safety standards. Today, the republic of panama has become the worldwide leader flag state.
As part of the registration requirements, the technical suitability and age of a vessel are also taken into consideration before it is accepted to fly the bahamas flag. The bahamas has designated the company1 as the competent authority with respect to the receipt of the ssa for its managed ships. The bahamas maritime authority oil record book part i machinery space operations all ships guidance for shipowners, managers, masters, bahamas recognised organisations and bahamas approved inspectors. Bahamas maritime authority act 1995 it also has all relevant statutory instruments and a number of appendices with other important information. Welcome embassy and general consulate of panama in. The bahamas maritime authoritys bma revenue rose by 6. This is due to professionalism of its staffs as well. The jamaica ship registry jsr is administered by the maritime authority of jamaica maj, the entity established by the government of jamaica to develop shipping and to ensure that the countrys maritime activities are conducted in accordance with the local and international standards of maritime safety and pollution prevention.
The company shall, on receipt of a ssa, notify the bahamas maritime authority bma of the alert. Sjofartsdirektoratet is a norwegian government agency responsible for life, health, working conditions and the environment for norwegian registered ships and ships at norwegian ports. Maritime authority of the cayman islands publication scheme. The seafarers component of bahamas online registration information system boris was developed and made available for use to parties registered owners and ism managers, or their duly authorized managing agents, of bahamian registered vessels who satisfied the bmas established criteria, including the signing of a user agreement and establishment of an agreed financial arrangement. Boris registered users are able to securely submit applications electronically, via the web, for bahamas flag state endorsements, seaman record books, ship security officer, offshore and other relevant training and proficiency certificates on behalf of seafarers who are employed or intended to be employed onboard bahamian registered ships. A number of record books and publications are required on board. You will need to go to my requests, incomplete document requests, select the application and continue to fill out the missing details. Bahamas procedure for drills and testing of ships security measures 7. Welcome to maryland nautical sales where you can purchase nautical charts, books and other navigational resources at 10 40% off. Annual fiscal budget presentation the bahamas, bahamas. Since the implementation of the maritime legislation of 1917, the panama maritime authority has offered the international community an open ship registry.
The bahamas maritime authority continues to make its presence felt in the area of international shipping. National maritime authority news maritime news, maritime. According to the bmas financial statement, a total of 29 port state control. Maritime technology and risk minimisation company prevention at sea has gained recognition from the bahamas maritime authority bma for its multiaward winning. Dispatch is dependant upon the time when the order is received and provided that all goods ordered are immediately available. Navy hospital ship usns comfort tah 20 will soon return to norfolk, va.
It is now one of the worlds largest registers, with over 54 million gross tonnage of ships flying the bahamas flag, in every corner of the globe. Operating between nassau and harbor island and eleuthera in the bahamas, mv bo hengy carries passengers daily for this ferry service that provides an innovative form of transportation, interisland in the bahamas. The registry is celebrating the 100 years of existence. Joel walton jp address 3rd floor, kirk house, 22 albert panton street, george town, grand cayman, cayman islands.
The bahamas maritime authority the bma was established in july 1995. Orders placed with us will be dispatched within one to two working days. This section is only to be completed if the applicant is applying for a seaman record book no. The booklet an officers guide to the merchant shipping legislation of the bahamas, has also been updated to take into account the revised legislation. Live security drill in mexico, uruguay conducts maritime security drills, mexico prepares for marine security threats, new. The bahamas maritime authority bma information bulletin no. Bahamian ships, in accordance with the merchant shipping act and. From financial services to fishing, ship repair and transshipment, the bahamas maritime industry involves an entire range of sectors, which combined contribute an estimated 1418 per cent of the gross domestic product gdp. General informations for vessels flying bahamas flag.
Bahamas recognised organisations and bahamas appointed surveyors of yachts in commercial and non commercial use note. The registry, however, is only one part of a diverse bahamas maritime offering. Boris registered users are able to securely submit applications electronically, via the web, for bahamas flag state endorsements, seaman record books. Chapter 269 port authorities arrangement of sections bahamas. The record of employment or sea service on board a bahamian ship maybe recorded in a seaman record book srb or discharge document. This technical alert should be read in conjunction with bma information bulletin no. Order bahamas oil record book part 2 tankers published by bahamas maritime authority with free delivery option to uk and europe on bookharbour.