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A Solid Maritime Foundation

Cayman Islands Shipping Registry, established in 1903, built upon a strong maritime history
Cayman flagged pleasure yacht AMARYLLIS
Premier Financial Centre

Modern, comprehensive legislation in an efficient tax-neutral, international finance jurisdiction
Cruise Ships in the port of George Town, Cayman Islands
Expansive Ownership Eligibility

A wide range of ownership structures with varied vessel registration options
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World-Class Expertise

A diverse, qualified and experienced client-centric global team
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Welcome to MACI

CI Shipping FlagCayman Islands Shipping Registry

A Division of the Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands (MACI)

Merchant

Vessel and mortgage registration services in addition to Convention and statutory requirements related to merchant vessels via the three Ports of Registry – George Town, The Creek and Bloody Bay.

Yacht

Vessel and mortgage registration services related to yachts (private and commercial/engaged in trade) via the three Ports of Registry – George Town, The Creek and Bloody Bay.

PARTNERSHIPS

The global maritime environment is very dynamic and has become increasingly complex and varied over time and these features are expected to exist well into the future. The Cayman Islands Shipping Registry maintains and seeks to continuously develop working partnerships with its existing and potential private sector providers and to forge alliances with its regulatory and industry partners, be they international, regional, or national.

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Latest Notices & Guidance Notes

Shipping is probably the oldest global industry and depends upon a global regulatory framework to operate efficiently. As such, the industry has a well-developed international, regional, and national regulatory environment. Shipping Notices and Guidance Notes contain the mandatory information on the technical details of regulations that must be complied with under Cayman and UK Legislation.

Shipping Notices

21-Apr-21
Notice No:
CISN 06/2-14 Rev 3
REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDANCE ON THE CARRIAGE OF MEDICAL STORES AND RADIO MEDICAL ADVICE ON CAYMAN ISLANDS FLAGGED VESSELS
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16-Mar-21
Notice No:
CISN 05/2020 Rev 3
INSTRUCTIONS TO RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS AND THEIR SURVEYORS
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Guidance Notes

22-Jun-21
VESSELS OF LESS THAN 24 METERS IN LENGTH IN COMMERCIAL USE FOR SPORT OR PLEASURE
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14-Jun-21
CREW ACCOMMODATION FOR LARGE YACHTS
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Consultancy

MACI Consulting is a developing area within the Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands. Its mission is to provide cost-effective consulting services on various maritime issues utilising informed and efficient expertise whilst employing innovative solutions.


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Maritime Administration

Advice on the administrative structure and technical requirements of establishing an effective maritime administration related to a country’s levels and type of shipping activity including the financial aspects of operating a maritime administration. Guidance is also offered on organizing and staging maritime themed conferences, seminars and workshops. Learn More

Advice on using a design criteria, construction standards and other safety measures equivalent to the IMO’s SOLAS, Load Line & STCW conventions for yachts carrying 13-36 passengers so as to minimise the risk to such ships, to the personnel on board and to the environment.Learn More

Advice on using an equivalent to the IMO’s SOLAS, Load Line & STCW conventions, allowing yachts that are 24 metres and over in load line length, are in commercial use for sport or pleasure, do not carry cargo and do not carry more than 12 passengers to be issued with international certificates that enable them to conduct free worldwide trade under the Cayman Islands Flag. Learn More