The Flag
The Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping (ADOMS) is the Maritime Administration of Antigua and Barbuda and operates a quality registry for a demanding clientele competing in an internationally competitive and dynamic industry.
The Vision
ADOMS aims to be recognized as the first choice global supplier of high quality services to the maritime industry with absolute regard for safety, security and environmental protection balanced with a commitment to quality customer service.
Read MoreTHE STANDARDS
ADOMS is committed to high standards and to maintaining its international reputation. The organisation is certified to the ISO 9001:2015 standard and successfully completed the Voluntary IMO Member State Audit (VIMSAS) in 2012. ADOMS plays a leading role in the wider Caribbean area and its Director is appointed as Chairman of the Caribbean MOU on Port State Control.
Read MoreNEW PUBLICATIONS
Miscellaneous Circular 2021-005 International Maritime Organisation Conventions: Guidance on arrangements “to the satisfaction of the administrationThis Circular provides guidance on ADOMS’ compliance with the IMO conventions on specific arrangements “to theRead more
Miscellaneous Circular 2021-004 Evidence of Financial Liability Cover under various ConventionsThis Circular provides information to all those involved with the necessary information and ADOMS’ position, withRead more
STCW Circular 2021-003 (Rev 1) Certificate of Proficiency as Ship Security OfficerThis Circular provides information to clarify the requirements for the recognition of Ship Security Officer (SSO)Read more- Miscellaneous Circular 2021-002 Reporting of AccidentsThis Circular provides information on the steps and actions that should be taken on Antigua and Barbuda ships in so far Read more
Information Notice 2021-002 Fatigue ManagementThis Information Notice provides guidance in respect of fatigue management onboard Antigua and Barbuda flagged ships.Read more
Information Notice 2021-001 (Rev 1) DNV GL changes name to DNVThis Information Notice advises on the implications of the rebranding for Antigua and Barbuda flagged ships classedRead more
Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance (DMLC) Part IThis is the Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance Part I. This document is prepared by the flag State and outlinesRead more
SOLAS Circular 2021-001 (Rev 1) Enforcement of EU ship recycling regulation no. 1257/2013 (EU SRR) relating to the inventory of hazardous materialsThis Circular provides information on the notice recently adopted by the EU Commission providing guidelines on theRead more- Directive 001-2020 MLC 2018 Amendments: (Piracy and Armed Robbery) Directive 2020This Directive may be cited as the MLC 2018 Amendments Piracy and Armed Robbery Directive 2020 and shall come intoRead more
- ILO Circular 2020-007 (Rev 1) AB Seafarer Basic wages: Differences between ILO and IBF calculationsThis Circular provides information on the interpretation, expectations, and requirements of the Administration inRead more
MEDIA
Statement of Antigua and Barbuda by H.E. Mr. Dwight C.R. Gardiner OBE, GOM, Ambassador at the 31st IMO Assembly, November 25, 2019.
Madame President, Secretary General, Honorable Ministers, Your Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates,Read more
Women In the Maritime Sector Eager to Establish a Professional Women in Maritime Network in Antigua and Barbuda
On the 26th of September, 2019, a group of vibrant women in the Maritime Industry in Antigua and Barbuda participatedRead more