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Seafarers Deserve Fairer Seas

BIMCO supports and advocates for fair treatment of seafarers in all respects and is committed to raising awareness.

Supporting shipping since 1905

Contracts

We’ve been creating contracts and clauses since 1905. We believe that standardised terms create equality, fairness and support business, and we believe this matters.

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Regulation

We work to promote transparent and non-discriminatory standards and harmonisation within the shipping industry.

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Expert knowledge

Being the practical voice of shipping means we are more than an industry association. We offer members practical tools and expert knowledge to help them commercially navigate to a sustainable future.

A global shipping community in 120 countries

BIMCO's 2,100 members cover 64% of the world's tonnage and consist of local, global, small, and large companies.

From our offices in Athens, Brussels, Copenhagen, Houston, London, Shanghai and Singapore we aim to help build a resilient industry in a sustainable future whilst protecting world trade. We do this by finding practical solutions for our members to help them manage risk in a changing world.

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Latest news & video

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News
06 October 2026

Shipping can tap into a wider seafaring talent pool by including more women, BIMCO panel hears

News
01 October 2026

An urgent appeal to help shape the future IMO Biofouling Convention

News
01 October 2026

Strait of Hormuz security, decarbonisation among key issues discussed by BIMCO committees

Upcoming training

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12 Oct

Masterclass
Online

Charter Party Workshop Online

The Charter Party Workshop Masterclass Online combines a range of lecturers on voyage and time chartering with sessions on related day-to-day issues and troubleshooting.

Online

12 Oct 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 5 days

12:00 - 14:30 UTC

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

4 Available seats

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19 Oct

Masterclass
Online

Commodity Trading & Chartering Masterclass Online

Commodity Trading & Chartering Masterclass Online examines commodity trading as a whole and discuss international contracts of sea carriage, which are heavily influenced by sale contracts.

Online

19 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 5 days

12:00 - 14:30 UTC

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

7 Available seats

20 Oct

Academy
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Maritime Chartering Academy

The maritime industry operates within complex market dynamics, involving multiple stakeholders and continually evolving regulatory requirements. Our Maritime Chartering Academy addresses these challenges through a four-day training programme designed to equip participants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills.

Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara No. 6, Jalan Damanlela, Bukit Damansara, 50490 , Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

20 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 4 days

BIMCO Training Contact us

Academy

EUR 2205 BIMCO members

EUR 2940 Non-members

3 Available seats

Shipping explained

Discover the interrelationships between the commercial and regulatory sides of shipping, and see where BIMCO fits into the picture.

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Latest market analysis

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Number of the Week
30 September 2026

US dry bulk shipments to China jump 104% as trade relations improve

Market Overview
23 September 2026

Container Shipping Market Overview & Outlook – September 2026

Supply pressure is mounting

Geological map of centred on Panama Canal, extending to Gulf of Mexico and Pacific Ocean

Number of the Week
22 September 2026

Caribbean Basin crude oil and heavy product exports jump 45%

Contract editing made easy

SmartCon is the secure and best way of working with BIMCO contracts

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We are proud to be a member of BIMCO for 75 continuous years

- Costas Dias Economou, CEO Hull Blyth Araouzos Ltd

Boeckmans is celebrating 40 years of membership with BIMCO – a partnership rooted in maritime tradition, shaped by progress.

- Pierre Durot, Director Boeckmans

GrupoNogar has proudly belonged to BIMCO for over half a century because BIMCO’s global leadership, advocacy, and harmonisation of shipping standards are fundamental to our industry’s progress.

- J Ignacio López-Bachiller Fernández Ceferino Nogueira S.A. (GrupoNogar)

For almost 100 years of maritime experience, BIMCO has been a valued partner for Höegh Autoliners. We share the aim of building a sustainable future and look forward to many more years of collaboration.

- Andreas Enger, CEO Höegh Autoliners

BIMCO is an important source of insight and information for our business - from contracts to charter party clauses, information about prospective counterparties to practical advice in instances of disputes.

- Mr. Nikolas Martinos, CEO Thenamaris (Ships Management) Inc.

We will always count on BIMCO to keep supporting us with charter party contracts, technical input, local and worldwide shipping trends and managing payment risks.

- João Pinto Basto Bobone, Managing Director Pinto Basto

Back when we barely knew the shipping industry, we found guidance and support from a cherished BIMCO member, Mr. Philip Embiricos, who shared expertise and love for Panama. We will always remain grateful and continue to rely on BIMCO’s knowledge to navigate uncertain waters.

- Ilya Espino de Marotta, Deputy Administrator Canal de Panamá