New Publications
Information Notice 2025-001 Prohibition on the Carriage of Arms and Ammunition Destined for Use in Conflict Zones
This Information Notice serves as a formal notification regarding the position of the Government of Antigua & Barbuda on the carriage of arms and ammunition on board Antigua & Barbuda-flagged vessels, destined for use in conflict zones
Miscellaneous Circular 2021-004 (Rev 3) Evidence of Financial Liability Cover under various Conventions
This Circular provides information to all those involved with the necessary information and ADOMS’ position, with respect to its implementation of the following: Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks, 2007 International Convention on Civil...
Miscellaneous Circular 2025-001 Requirement to comply with United Nations and G7 countries sanctions program by Antigua & Barbuda Ships
This Circular provides information on the requirement of Antigua and Barbuda ships to comply with the sanctions program of the United Nations, and G7 Countries. Vessels violating sanctions are liable for deletion from the register.
Media
A Tribute to Captain José Alain Gillis
A Tribute to Captain José Alain GillisMay 30th, 1941 – June 18th, 2025 It is with heartfelt sorrow that the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping (ADOMS) marks the passing of Captain José Alain Gillis. Captain Gillis, who joined ADOMS...
Antigua & Barbuda and the Peoples Republic of China Forge Historic Maritime Transport Agreement, Paving the Way for Unprecedented Opportunities
In a landmark move that strengthens diplomatic ties and opens new horizons for global maritime trade, Antigua & Barbuda and the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) have signed a historic agreement on Maritime Transport. The signing ceremony, held on 24th January 2024,...
Ambassador Dwight Gardiner Reappointed to the Board of Governors of the World Maritime University (WMU)
Ambassador Dwight C.R. Gardiner, serving as the Director/Registrar General of the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping (ADOMS), and concurrently holding the position of Permanent Representative to the International Maritime...
