The Registry is operated by the Commonwealth of Dominica and the Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Registry, Inc. (DMRI), located in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. DMRI was founded upon strength, integrity and technical capability that fosters service, not bureaucracy! A simple fee system exists, dynamic marine personnel programs have been developed and most importantly ... the marine safety experience of its founding team has over 100 years of experience at IMO. The Registry was established to ensure that quality ship owners and operators would have the ability to operate their vessels under the sovereignty of a nation that prides itself on the protection of environment and humanity while fostering economic stability and growth in the international marketplace. The Commonwealth of Dominica is a nation that is a sound democracy, is at peace, is environmentally responsible and is directly impacted by maritime trade and industry.

Our goal is to become the flag of choice for all quality shipowners and operators, giving them the ability to operate in an open-registry system that prides itself on integrity, honor and humanity. All of these actions serve to fulfill our pledge to be known as “The Flag of Responsibility.”

DMRI is an ISO 9000/2001 Certified Company, another testament to our commitment to quality and our customers.

SHIP ADVISORY WARNING!
All Ship and Port Security Levels in and around the island of Dominica are currently at Level 1. Dominica ships are to raise their security level to Level 2 while passing through the Eastern Mediterranean Sea area. The hightened security measures should be in effect until further notice.

ISPS Guidance and Forms can be found on our Marine Safety Circular Sites. 

FLAG STATE INSPECTION PROGRAM UPDATE JUNE 2010

The purpose of the FSI PROGRAM is to assist ship owners/operators to reduce the detention rate on the vessels flying the Dominica Flag.

Each inspection has a different purpose, but the final goal is to assist the ship owner/operator in complying with the application of international standards prescribed by a host of treaties and conventions such as Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Marine Pollution Convention (MARPOL), etc. and national regulations to demonstrate that the Flag Administration provides the service and programs for owners/operators to operate their vessels safely, efficiently and cost-effectively. 

Annual Safety Inspections are required as part of the program and are coordinated along with all inspection within the program by the DMRI Head Office.  Contact mailto:inspection@dominica-registry.com to make arrangements.

View the Flag State Inspection Program description, CDP501