Undisputed status of Leadership through Excellence – a responsible, sustainable and respected association and flag state, committed to continuous improvement – and to constructively influencing the Bahamas Maritime Authority and the future of the shipping industry.
To work across national, regional and international government and governmental bodies to support and protect the BSA members’ interests and through providing active and cost effective support, including relevant information, meeting members’ needs for the delivery of safe, efficient, and environmentally sound marine transportation, and by combining the strength of our members advance the competitive strength of the Bahamian Registry, raising the BSA profile within industry as a quality Association whilst upholding the BMA as a symbol of quality and promoting the Registry, and by doing so create enduring value for all Stakeholders.
The Bahamas Shipowners Association (BSA) was inaugurated in London on 11 July 1997 by the then Bahamas Minister of Transport, James F Knowles.
The Association represents the shipowners of the sixth largest register in the world and members have common interests and a purpose. Having joined, most members choose to remain members of this influential body, pooling knowledge and experience, and collectively provide a clear voice on industry matters.
MUR Shipping DMCC
Gearbulk Pool Ltd
Stena Line Group
Campbell Shipping
SunStone Ship Inc.
Fafalios Shipping
Chartworld Shipping Corp
SAIPEM
Teekay Tankers Ltd.
Carnival Cruise Lines
Enterprises Shipping & Trading SA
StealthGas Inc.

Domenico Rognoni
Senior Vice President
Carnival Cruise Line

George Sarris
President
Enterprises Shipping & Trading SA

Ander Brödje
Bahamas Shipowners Association
The Bahamas is the flag of choice for many of the world’s finest fleets and the flag has a reputation for high quality and excellence. Through constant focus on safety, a high rate responsiveness by the Bahamas Maritime Authority and a pragmatic approach to fusing operational and regulatory matters, the Bahamas flag is the trusted first option flag for many of the biggest players in international shipping.
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.