Carriage of wood pellets - some timely BIMCO advice! 29 March 2017 Some advice in respect of the new wood pellet entries in the IMSBC Code, Amendment 03-15 (2016 Edition) based on a recent enquiry from a member. News story Cargo Solid bulk cargo IMSBC Code group B
Additional Gulf of Guinea security advice 23 February 2018 As an additional aide to the advice promulgated on 9 February 2018, BIMCO urges all members to note the guidance and advice contained in the following security notice for ships operating in the Gulf of Guinea region. News story Security Piracy Gulf of Guinea
BIMCO's advice on ship recycling 29 March 2019 Shipowners have a role to play, and responsibility to take, in the transitional period before the Hong Kong Convention enters into force. In this context BIMCO recommends to its members to use facilities that live up to requirements of the Hong Kong Convention already before its entry into force. Advice Environment protection Recycling
Vigilance still crucial as piracy High Risk Area in the Indian Ocean reduced 08 October 2015 Organisations representing the global shipping and oil industry have announced that the size of the ‘High Risk Area’ for piracy in the Indian Ocean has been reduced and issued new advice to merchant ship operators. Press release Priority news Security Piracy
About us and our members 26 July 2017 Our vision To be the chosen partner trusted to provide leadership to the global shipping industry. Our mission To be at the forefront of global developments in shipping, providing expert knowledge and practical advice to safeguard and add value to our members’ businesses Our values Trusted | Knowledgeable | Relevant | Proactive | Caring Our core service areas BIMCO's four core service areas provide value and trusted support to our members: Our products include BIMCO’s world leading standard contracts and clauses for the shipping industry and our contract editor IDEA. We also run the BIMCO Shipping KPI System which can be used to benchmark ships’ operational performance. Regulation: BIMCO takes an active role on behalf of shipowners during discussions and decisions with global and regional regulators. We work towards a level playing field for shipping – including fair trade and open access to markets. Information and advice: we deal with 10,000 member queries every year on many issues and see over three million page views on our website each year. Our staff share their expert knowledge with members, giving practical advice to safeguard and add value to their businesses. Our training activities include face-to-face courses, eLearning, webinars and tailor-made courses for companies.
Insurance advice 07 June 2016 Political and civil unrest, wars and other conflicts are regularly raising concerns with regard to the safety of navigation and the safety and welfare of seafarers visiting ports belonging to countries involved in such conflicts. Insurance
Why join BIMCO? 13 June 2019 BIMCO’s mission is to be at the forefront of global developments in shipping, providing expert knowledge and practical advice to safeguard and add value to our members’ businesses. We have over 110 years’ experience supporting shipping businesses and we are ready to help yours too. We have summarised our different membership categories and information on BIMCO member benefits. Your membership type depends on the nature of your business. BIMCO is ready to help you on which type applies to you - and any other query you might have about joining us.
