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The International Merchant Marine Registry of Belize, Commonly known by its abbreviation of IMMARBE, is an office that falls under the authority of the Ministry of Finance in Belize.
With the Registration of Merchant Ship Act of 1989 which was amended in 1996 and 2010, the principle instrument overseeing the activities in respect to enlisting of ships in the merchant fleet. Belize is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations ,has a stable Political Stability, and the Belize Ship Registry started their activities in May 1991.
The Head Office of IMMARBE is situated in Belize City and has accomplished ISO 9001:2008 certification and participated successfully the IMO Audit Scheme.
In 1997, Belize Ship Registration moved toward becoming the Designated Office in The Netherlands and is managed by the deputy Registrar Erik A. de Koning of Hubel Marine B.V. The office is completely empowered to process all applications for temporary and permanent registration of a vessel and including the registration of maritime Liens, issuance of seafarer endorsements, obtaining transcript of registry amongst many other Belize Ship Registration related vessel documentation.
Belize Surveyor provided an exceptionally professional service, complemented by a thorough follow-up report. Their quick response time, reliability, and great value set them apart.
The International Merchant Marine Registry of Belize, Commonly known by its abbreviation of IMMARBE, is an office that falls under the authority of the Ministry of Finance in Belize.
With the Registration of Merchant Ship Act of 1989 which was amended in 1996 and 2010, the principle instrument overseeing the activities in respect to enlisting of ships in the merchant fleet. Belize is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations ,has a stable Political Stability, and the Belize Ship Registry started their activities in May 1991.
The Head Office of IMMARBE is situated in Belize City and has accomplished ISO 9001:2008 certification and participated successfully the IMO Audit Scheme.
In 1997, Belize Ship Registration moved toward becoming the Designated Office in The Netherlands and is managed by the deputy Registrar Erik A. de Koning of Hubel Marine B.V. The office is completely empowered to process all applications for temporary and permanent registration of a vessel and including the registration of maritime Liens, issuance of seafarer endorsements, obtaining transcript of registry amongst many other Belize Ship Registration related vessel documentation.
Belize Ship Registration, and its staff of committed experts are working for the number one designated office for the Belize Ship Registry with the highest contribution in ship registration for the period 2013-2018 and ranked as No1 amongst all IMMARBE designated office’s.
Belize Ship Registration is committed in its endeavors to provide ship owners, managers, Banks, Shipbuilders, Crew Agents, S & P Brokers and a great variety of shipping professionals with distinction in ship registration for Belize by delivering 24/7 services and positions itself as a Belize Ship Registration leader among other IMMARBE designated offices worldwide, by adding a continuing stream of new vessels to the Belize Ship Registry.
From 1997 until 2018, the Belize Ship Registration department registered 396 vessels in Belize. As at 31st December 2018 the Belize Registry fleet consisted
965 active vessels totaling 2,741,895.78 Gross Tonnage.
Through thorough inspections of its fleet, the Belize Ship Registration has enhanced its Port State Control performance of 1,060 inspections in 2018 and adjusted the minimum age to 19 years. 60 % of the Belize fleet carries out trade in Asia, 30% in Europe and 10% are vessels from different parts of the world. In order to safeguard the integrity and reputation of the Belize Ship Registry with an aim to accomplish a future goal as becoming a White Listed Registry, the Technical department of Belize Ship Registry developed an Occasional Survey Program for vessels operating in the area of Paris MOU and Tokyo MOU.
Belize Ship Registration is open to all types of vessels including bulk carrier, cargo ships, tankers, container ships, passenger ships, fishing vessels, tugs, yachts, barges, MODUs and other ocean-going vessels.
There is an age policy dependent on type and area of operation and vessels should be under 20 years of age at time of Belize Ship Registration to obtain fast approval. Vessels exceeding the age limit may be accepted upon a satisfactory evaluation of its previous detention record, class society, ship manager, and in some cases, be subject to a General Safety Inspection to determine seaworthiness and management of the vessel.
There is no restriction in ownership as all foreign owned companies or individuals may register vessels under the Belize Flag.
Thanks for being the highest contributer to The Internetational Merchant Marine Registry of Belize
– Claude Haylock
Director General, Immarbe – Registrar of Merchant Shipping and Registrar of Companies
Belize Ship Registration is open to all types of vessels including bulk carrier, cargo ships, tankers, containerships, passenger ships, fishing vessels, tugs, yachts, barges, MODUs and other ocean-going vessels.
The office is completely empowered to process all applications for temporary and permanent registration of a vessel and including the registration of maritime Liens, issuance of seafarer endorsements, obtaining transcript of registry amongst many other Belize Ship Registration related vessel documentation.
There is no restriction in ownership as all foreign owned companies or individuals may register vessels under the Belize Flag.
Belize is a party to the STCW Convention, as amended and is on the IMO White List of countries that have given full effect to this Convention. There are no nationality restrictions.
The Seafarers Department is responsible for the processing of seafarer documents in accordance with the STCW Convention
and the monitoring of crew compliance on board all Belize registered vessels. Application for endorsement certificates can be made through our office and will be issued within a matter of 2 hours.
The recording of title deeds, mortgages, liens and encumbrances or any other assignments relating to any registered vessel is governed by the Merchant Shipping Act.
Feel free to call us at any time if you have questions regarding our ship registration in Belize.
The number to dial is: (31) 10-458 7338. (GMT+1)
Mon – Fri: 9AM – 6PM
Saturday/Sunday: Closed