Introduction
Decades of specialized experience in maritime innovation makes ZMA the industry leader in the ocean frontier.
The Board of Directors
Board Chairman
The Charman of the Board is Appointed by the Presedent of The Revolutionary Gorvenment of Zanzibar and the Members of Board of Directors are Appointed by the Minister of Ministry of Infrustructure Communication and Transportation.
The Board of Directors are Pursuant to the powers conferred by Section 7 of the schedule of the Zanzibar Maritime Authority Act, No. 3 of 2009, the Board hereby enacts the rules to administer the business and Affairs of the Authority.
Our Directorates
Ship Registration & Crewing
The Objective of the Directorate is to register Vessels of any type as long it meets the Registry standards according to the Maritime Trasport Act, 5 of 2006 and the Zanzibar Maritime Authority Act. No.3 of 2009. The pre-registration formalities are user-friendly, and designed to meet international standards in relation to safety, Security and documentation and to protect the interest of shipowner's registering their vessels
The Directorate is Resposible for overseeing Seafarers welfare and issueing their Documents
Maritime Safety & Security
The Objective of the Directotare is to Provide expertise and services in the areas of Maritime Safety, Security, Environmental protection, Search and Rescue, Education, Training and Certification of Seafarers
As part of our safety and environmental responsibilities, we promptly investigate maritime casualties such as loss of lives resulting from overloading on boats, collision etc and take the appropriate actions. In partnership with other public agencies and institutions, we ensure the prevention of marine source pollution and protection of the marine environment.
