Barbados has authorised Recognised Organisations to carry out statutory certification and services for ships registered in Barbados and for Companies operating Barbadian ships.

Any request for clarification regarding the scope or extent of authority of a Recognised Organisation to represent or act on behalf of Barbados should be made directly to the Barbados Maritime Ship Registry at ops@barbadosmaritime.com

The current list of Recognised Organisations is shown below. Click on the logos to access their websites.

American Bureau of Shipping
Bulgarian Register of Shipping
Bureau Veritas
China Classification Society
ClassNK
Croatian Register of Shipping
DNV AS
Dromon Bureau of Shipping
Indian Register of Shipping
International Naval Surveys Bureau
International Register of Shipping
Korean Register of Shipping
Libero Hellenic Register
Lloyd's Register Group
National Shipping Adjusters
Overseas Marine Certification Services
PHOENIX Register of Shipping
Polish Register of Shipping
Registro Italiano Navale
Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
TÞrk Loydu
United Registration and Classification of Services

Bulletins From Barbados Maritime

Issuance of Wreck Removal Certificates by BMSR.

We are pleased to announce the issuance of Wreck Removal Certificates by BMSR. Update on The Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks and the important role of the Barbados Maritime Ship Registry (BMSR) in supporting global compliance.

Blue Lagoon (IMO: 9481427) – Ongoing Marine Safety Investigation

On the early morning of October 1, the Barbados bulk carrier Blue Lagoon (IMO: 9481427) ran aground off Orchid Island, Taiwan. It’s reassuring to hear that there was no spill and all crew members were safely rescued.

Barbados, the fastest-growing register is now in the top 30 largest registries worldwide.

It is with great sadness we note the passing of Kristian Eidesvik, on 7th August 2024. We offer our sincere condolences to Kristian’s family and friends.

In Tribute To Kristian Eidesvik

It is with great sadness we note the passing of Kristian Eidesvik, on 7th August 2024. We offer our sincere condolences to Kristian’s family and friends.