BIMCO has launched a centralised hub for all its industry surveys, making it easier than ever for members and stakeholders to share their insights. These surveys are critical to ensuring that the voice of the maritime industry is reflected in international policymaking and regulatory development.
Surveys are one of many tools we use to ensure we are gathering the most up-to date and relevant information from our members and the industry. This ensures we can represent not only the concerns and challenges of the moment but also so we can gather and promote best practices effectively.
By participating in surveys, members can share their experiences and contribute to the development of industry standards. This engagement ensures that the voices of those directly involved in maritime operations are heard and considered.
The insights gathered from our surveys are used to inform recommendations to a wide range of organisations including the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This helps ensure that industry regulations are based on real-world data and are beneficial to the maritime sector. They also help us assess changes in industry practices over time. For example, the biofouling surveys conducted in 2018, 2021, and 2024 have provided valuable data on biofouling management practices, enabling BIMCO to develop case studies and inform policy makers as we move towards the development of a mandatory instrument.
In addition, BIMCO often collaborates with other organisations to conduct surveys, which helps gather a broader range of insights and fosters a collaborative approach to addressing industry challenges.
To make it easier to provide input we now make all our surveys available via a single webpage and we encourage you to visit the page to explore opportunities available.