Our Services

Services

Delivering trusted classification, certification and technical services to the global maritime industry at every stage of a vessel's lifecycle.

Services

Statutory Certification

Bulgarian Register of Shipping (BRS) performs statutory certification on behalf of flag administrations, ensuring that vessels comply with all applicable international conventions and national requirements.

Acting under formal authorizations, BRS conducts surveys, audits, and certification in accordance with the provisions of key IMO instruments, including but not limited to:

IMO Instruments

IMOSOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea)
IMOMARPOL (Prevention of Pollution from Ships)
IMOLoad Line Convention
IMOTonnage Convention
IMOISM Code
IMOISPS Code
IMOMLC (Maritime Labour Convention)

Our statutory services cover

Initial, annual, intermediate, and renewal surveys

Issuance and endorsement of statutory certificates

ISM and ISPS audits

MLC inspections and certification

Verification of compliance with flag-specific requirements

BRS ensures that all activities are carried out by qualified surveyors in line with internationally recognized standards and the specific instructions of each flag administration.

Through strict adherence to regulatory frameworks and continuous oversight, BRS supports shipowners and operators in maintaining compliance, operational safety, and global acceptance of their vessels.