Saint Lucia Maritime Authority: About the Ship Registry

Providing Reputable, Reliable Maritime Services and Certifications with Good Faith, Conformance and Performance.

Saint Lucia Ship Registry is the maritime authority that establishes, maintains and sustains the registration and regulation of ships flying the Flag of Saint Lucia. Supported by the Government of Saint Lucia, it delivers a cost-effective, transparent and credible Registry and maritime services.

Our Mission

To achieve efficient, transparent, and globally acceptable ship registration and administration services, while safeguarding safe navigation, protecting the environment, and fulfilling all relevant national and international maritime obligations.

Our Vision

To be the maritime administration of choice, acclaimed for providing excellent registry services, our commitment to our clients and the industry and our contribution to the development of the Saint Lucia maritime sector.

The Saint Lucia maritime authority and its role

The Saint Lucia maritime authority is the Division of Maritime Affairs, which is supported and administered by the Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA), a statutory body of the Government of Saint Lucia. The Division was established in 2000 following amendments to the SLASPA Act No. 10 of 1983 and the Shipping Act No. 11 of 1994. The Saint Lucia Ship Registry is the service through which ships are registered under the Saint Lucia flag and seafarer documents are issued.

Its mandate is to see that maritime activity in Saint Lucia, and on ships flying the Saint Lucia flag, meets national and international standards for safety and pollution prevention. This covers the survey, certification and registration of ships, the certification of seafarers, flag state and port state control inspections, and the investigation of shipping casualties.

Saint Lucia is a member State of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The authority applies the main IMO conventions to registered ships and their crews, including SOLAS for safety of life at sea, MARPOL for the prevention of pollution from ships, and STCW for the training and certification of seafarers.

Our Core Values

Integrity

We exhibit integrity in the performance of our responsibilities as a registry.

Excellence

We are committed to offering quality, timely, and reliable maritime services.

Transparency

We adhere to open and transparent policies in our operations.

Safety

We promote the important international aim of safe shipping and protection of life at sea.

Environmental Responsibility

We advocate for the observance of environmental laws to safeguard the marine environment.

Service

We offer personalised assistance to shipowners and operators.

Our Responsibilities

Vessel Registration

National Ship Register

Maintain an accurate and current national ship register for all registered vessels.

Certificate Issuance

Issue certificates of registry to prove vessels are compliant with relevant registration requirements.

Statutory Certification

Manage statutory certification and Flag State requirements for all registered vessels.

Mortgage Registration

Record ships' mortgages and related transactions in line with relevant requirements.

Surveys & Inspections

Oversee all required surveys and inspections to ensure vessel compliance and safety.

Why Choose the Saint Lucia Ship Registry?

The Saint Lucia Ship Registry combines responsive public administration with internationally accepted maritime practices to provide a reliable and efficient registry for vessel owners and operators.

Government Administration

The Registry is managed by the Government of Saint Lucia as the official flag State.

Efficient Processes

Registration applications are handled as quickly as possible using simple procedures for registration and ongoing processing.

Professional Support

We have a dedicated team of experts who can support you from application through to registration and beyond.

International Standards

The Registry ensures your adherence to relevant international conventions for safety, security, labour standards and the environment.

Digital Services

Current digital options allow registrants to access registry services, forms, notices, and communication with ease.

Clear Documentation

Information on how to register, as well as the form, notice, and requirements needed, are provided by the Registry so you can feel confident throughout the process.

Commitment to Quality

The Saint Lucia Ship Registry strives for an excellent public service performance through ongoing self-improvement, professionalism and responsible management of the maritime environment. We aim to foster lasting confidence of shipowners, operators and all those involved in the maritime industry through the provision of a reliable registry service that facilitates safe and efficient international shipping.

International Maritime Commitment

The Registry promotes the application of the universally accepted maritime conventions and encourages the adherence to the international instruments concerning:

Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW)
Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006)
International Safety Management (ISM) Code
International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG)
International Convention on Load Lines
International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships

Serving the Global Maritime Community

The Saint Lucia Ship Registry is for the shipowner, operator, banker, classification society, insurer and maritime professional throughout the global shipping community. Our promise to shipowners, operators, financiers, classification societies, insurers and those involved in the industry worldwide are that we will provide prompt administrative services, pragmatic regulation and community support for the safe, secure and sustainable operation of ships.

Contact the Registry

Contact our team for further information.