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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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Paul Pathy, President of BIMCO, John Xylas, Chair of INTERCARGO, Claes Berglund, Vice Chair of the International Chamber of Shipping, Rolf Westfal-Larsen Jr, Chair of INTERTANKO

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09 February 2026

Shipping Industry Associations’ chairs reaffirm commitment to cooperation on shared challenges

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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

Upcoming training

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16 Feb

Masterclass
Online

Time Charters Masterclass Online

Time charters is a complex business. The shipowners give the time charterers substantial control over the commercial operation of the vessel in exchange for the regular payment of hire.

Online

16 Feb 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 5 days

09:00 - 11:00 UTC

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

10 Available seats

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23 Feb

Masterclass
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SUPPLYTIME Masterclass Online

The masterclass examines different versions of the SUPPLYTIME contract. During the course, we will also examine the practical and legal differences using SUPPLYTIME for other purposes than OSV/AHTS.

Online

23 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 5 days

09:00 - 12:00 UTC

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

4 Available seats

23 Feb

Masterclass
Online

Laytime & Demurrage Masterclass Online

Laytime and Demurrage Masterclass Online is a series of 10 online sessions delivered over 5 days. Each day will run for 150 minutes with a short break in between. The masterclass will cover essential laytime and demurrage issues.

Online

23 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 5 days

13:00 - 15:30 UTC

BIMCO Training Contact us

Masterclass

EUR 1450 BIMCO members

EUR 1930 Non-members

7 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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03 February 2026

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

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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