NIMASA Accredits 27 Shipyards To Strengthen Maritime Standards

State Correspondent 

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has accredited 27 registered shipyards across Nigeria in line with its mandate to regulate and enforce standards for shipyard operations under the NIMASA Act, 2007 and the Merchant Shipping Act, 2007.

According to the agency, 10 of the accredited shipyards are located in Lagos State, 8 in Rivers State, and 9 in Delta State. These facilities met NIMASA’s stringent requirements for regulatory compliance, safety, and operational efficiency.

Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, said the accreditation aims to enhance safety, ensure adherence to international standards, and foster sustainable growth in Nigeria’s maritime industry.

“By maintaining a transparent and credible register of accredited facilities, we are boosting investor confidence, protecting maritime assets, and promoting quality service delivery in ship repair, dry-docking, and vessel construction,” he stated.

As part of the benefits, vessels built in the accredited shipyards will receive a Keel Identification Number (KIN), making them eligible for an IMO Number, in line with the agency’s Certificate of Plan and Specification Approval.

NIMASA noted that the accreditation process is continuous and part of its broader effort to promote transparency, operational excellence, and global best practices in Nigeria’s maritime sector.

A full list of the accredited shipyards is available on the agency’s website: https://nimasa.gov.ng/list-of-registered-and-licensed-shipyards/.

(Transport Day)