The Government of Bermuda has enjoyed the opportunity and responsibility of operating a shipping register in Bermuda since 1789. The Department of Maritime Administration operates a Category One, Red Ensign Group British Register that provides for the registration of ships of any size, age or type.

Bermuda’s comprehensive and modern maritime legislation mirrors that of the United Kingdom. In addition, Bermuda is a party to all of the applicable International Maritime and Labour Conventions.

Today the Maritime Administration operates as an independent department within the Ministry of Transport. The new department was established on April 1, 2002, and name change apart the new department will continue to undertake all duties and responsibilities previously carried out by the Registry of Shipping.

Further information on the Bermuda Maritime Administration can be located on their website:

www.bermudashipping.bm

Or contact them directly:

Bermuda Government
Department of Maritime Administration
P.O. Box HM 1628
Hamilton HMGX
Bermuda

Tel:+441 295 7251
Fax:+441 295 3718
E-mail: maradros@gov.bm