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We help our members keep world trade moving.

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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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BIMCO Yearbook: stronger together in 2025

"2025 proved quite the year to take the helm of BIMCO. We celebrated our 120th anniversary, an occasion to reflect on the strength that comes from being part of the world’s largest shipping community," says BIMCO President Paul Pathy

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Latest news & video

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02 February 2026

A world less joined-up - what does this mean for the future of shipping?

News
28 January 2026

Shipping through protected waters on the High Seas: The Thermal Dome as a case study for future ocean governance

News
13 January 2026

Turning delay into opportunity: collective reflection on the net-zero transition

Upcoming training

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04 Feb

Masterclass
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Time Charters Masterclass

The BIMCO Masterclass is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of time chartering. The course will use case studies as the primary learning tool to allow you to develop a knowledge of the practical aspects of time chartering and its application in the daily operation of vessels.

Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark K.P. van der Mandelelaan 150, 3062 MB, Rotterdam, Netherlands

04 Feb 2026 - 05 Feb 2026 2 days

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Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

4 Available seats

05 Feb

Masterclass
10480, Taipei

Sale and Purchase Seminar

This seminar examines the mechanics and processes behind the sale and purchase of vessels including the obligations/benchmarks as to the condition of the vessel (physical and legal), the price, etc as well as the S&P process, covering payments, notices, inspections, delivery, etc.

Courtyard by Marriott Taipei Downtown No. 6, Section 3, Minsheng E Rd, Zhongshan District, 10480, Taipei

05 Feb 2026

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 725 BIMCO members

EUR 965 Non-members

9 Available seats

09 Feb

Masterclass
Hamburg, Germany

Offshore, Project & Heavylift Chartering Masterclass

The Masterclass provides an integrated understanding of the contractual complexities involved in the multi-model transportation of super-size cargoes and the management of commercial and contractual risks and liabilities.

Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg Heiligengeistbrücke 4, 20459, Hamburg, Germany

09 Feb 2026 - 10 Feb 2026 2 days

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

5 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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03 February 2026

Reported US-India trade agreement could cut Russian oil exports by 25%

Market Overview
29 January 2026

Dry Bulk – January 2026

Longer sailing distances are boosting demand growth

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21 January 2026

Stockpiling drives 4.9% increase in China’s crude oil imports

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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