The purpose of the Bahamas Shipowners Association is to promote members’ common interests, and collectively provide a clear voice in the development of the maritime industry.
We monitor developments in the shipping industry impacting the interests of the BSA members and communicate such developments with our members.
We represent the BSA members to national, regional, international and other relevant authorities, promoting our members’ interests and strengthening corporate interests on a political level.
We cooperate with international shipping bodies to promote mutually beneficial interests.
We ensure that the BSA members’ commercial interests are embodied in national, regional and international regulation, ensuring competitiveness on equal terms within the industry.
We advance maritime and environmental sustainability at an international level, promoting safety and quality together with the BMA.
We proactively support the BMA in its role as a leading international Flag, enhancing the competitiveness and growth of the Bahamian Register whilst ensuring a fleet of the highest quality.
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A great afternoon in Genoa as the Bahamas Shipowners Association held its 2026 Annual General Meeting and Maritime Industry Forum. Bringing together BSA Directors, members, colleagues and friends from across
📅 Wednesday, 30 September 2026 🕒 13:00 CEST (UTC+2, Italian time) 📍 Villa Pallavicino delle Peschiere, Genoa, Italy 💻 Hybrid format: In-person & via Teams webinar On behalf of Capt.
After nearly ten years of dedicated service as Manager of the Bahamas Shipowners Association (BSA), Mr. Anders Brodje has informed the Board of his decision to conclude his tenure with the
The Bahamas Shipowners Association (BSA) was inaugurated in London on 11 July 1997. The Association represents the shipowners of the sixth largest register in the world and members have common interests and a purpose.