Supporting a sustainable and efficient shipping industry
The practical voice of shipping
We help our members keep world trade moving.
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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.
From contractual advice, training, events, publications, news and insights to market analysis, port information and voyage planning.
Supporting shipping since 1905
Shipping is the backbone of global trade, supporting economies and connecting people. Ships transport the fuels, foods and fundamentals of our modern world.
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
I am very proud to have been at the helm of BIMCO for six years, inducing the organisation into moving proactively to make shipping more conscious of the upcoming challenges in the world – mainly environmental ones, which are today on everybody's personal and professional agendas.
- Philippe Louis-Dreyfus, Chairman
Louis Dreyfus Armateurs
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
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A global shipping community in 130 countries
BIMCO's 2,000+ members cover 62% 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.
