A Tribute to Captain José Alain GillisMay 30th, 1941 – June 18th, 2025 It is with heartfelt sorrow that the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping (ADOMS) marks the passing of Captain José Alain Gillis. Captain Gillis, who joined ADOMS...
ADOMS wishes to congratulate its Director and Registrar-General, H.E. Ambassador Dwight Gardiner on the recent announcement from the Carribean Maritime University (CMU) that he will be conferred with the degree of Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) at the CMU Class...
Madame President, Secretary General, Honorable Ministers, Your Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, A Pleasant Good Morning! On behalf of the State of Antigua and Barbuda, it is with great pleasure that I address the 31st session of the...
On the 26th of September, 2019, a group of vibrant women in the Maritime Industry in Antigua and Barbuda participated in a Women in Maritime Association Caribbean (WiMAC) Awareness Seminar on the occasion of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) World Maritime...
. The Crew of MV Fehn Calypso (Call sign V2GF9) have rescued a total number of 10 persons from severe danger at sea. Their action deserves acknowledgment and as the vessels Flag State we will be issuing a formal letter of appreciation. The Spanish Maritime Safety...
The theme for this year is “IMO 70: Our heritage: better shipping for a better future”. It looks both at the past and into the years to come. It provides an opportunity to reflect and showcase how IMO has developed and adapted while staying true to its...