Overview

The Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping (ADOMS) is the Maritime Administration of Antigua and Barbuda and is responsible for the Ship Registry with its principal/head office located in St. Johns, Antigua and supported by two satellite offices in Germany – ADOMS Oldenburg and ADOMS Inspection and Investigation Division (ADOMS IID), Elsfleth. The Maritime Administration operates within the regulatory dimension of the International Maritime Shipping Industry. The three offices work closely together and the time difference between Antigua and Germany results in an extended period each day when customers can reach an open office. This in conjunction with the 24 hour/day emergency telephone line enables customers to always have access to quality support including the issuance of documentation when necessary. Coupled with its customer service focus, ADOMS applies the most modern standards of safety with competitive fiscal and other incentives to meet the needs of ship and yacht owners seeking an effective registry option. Antigua and Barbuda has modern national legislation, covering all aspects of safety, security, seafarers’ welfare and the requirements for cleaner oceans.