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Compliance

As a leading provider of Maritime security we are fully compliant with every relevant international standard and are often invited to consult and advise the issuing bodies on improving and evolving these standards. For example we were one of a handful of companies invited to pilot the ISO/PAS 28007 – the International Private Maritime Security Services standard. Our dedicated Quality Assurance Department ensures that we are continuously meeting and exceeding these hard won standards and re-qualify every 6 months to ensure our systems and procedures continue to lead the sector.

 

License
OGTCL

We hold an Open General Trade Control (OGTCL) – Anti-Piracy license, providing a legal framework for the provision of maritime security services and the transfer of ammunition between ports.

Accreditations
ISO 28000 and 28007

Standards governing the delivery of armed deterrence services on board merchant vessels..

Flag State approvals

Approved by dozens of Flag States, including accreditations and license from leading Flag states such as Germany, Panama, Cyprus and Luxembourg.

Germany

One of the most stringent Flag Authorities in the world, Bowline is authorised to offer security services on board German flagged vessels transiting High Risk Areas.

Panama

The world’s flag Registry leader, a Category A member of the IMO Council

Cyprus

Located at the crossroads of three continents, Bowline is authorised to provide maritime security services for all Cyprus flagged vessels.

Luxembourg

Luxembourg is a leading Flag Authority specialising in private yacht and commercial registrations

Memberships
BIMCO

Baltic and International Maritime Council – the world’s largest international shipping association.

SAMI

The Security Association for the Maritime Industry represents companies working in the maritime security industry and acts as a focal point for global maritime security.

Supporting Entity
ICOC

Signatory to the International Code of Conduct for Private Security Providers.

HRAS

Human Right at Sea – An independent international maritime human rights resource.

100 Series ™

An International Model Set of Rules for the Use of Force at sea.

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