The Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications announced that the small ship registry portal, along with its accompanying services, has made a significant contribution to digital transformation since its launch in February. Over 10,000 transactions had been completed through the system by early September, with over 53% of all operations now processed via the portal.
Bader Hood Al Mahmood, Undersecretary for Ports and Maritime Affairs at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, highlighted the importance of the portal in supporting efforts to sustainably enhance operational efficiency and service delivery, while contributing to a more advanced and sustainable maritime sector.
He added that these initiatives form part of the Ministry’s sustainable digital transformation strategy, aligned with the Government Plan (2023–2026) and Bahrain Economic Vision 2030, reinforcing the quality of government services and enhancing innovation through the adoption of advanced technological solutions for citizens and residents.
The e-portal system enables the public, particularly seafarers and boating enthusiasts, to access all services provided by the Small Ships Registration Office. These include registering and renewing vessel and watercraft certificates, issuing and renewing navigation permits, transferring vessel ownership, issuing registration plate print permits, conducting technical inspections, updating certificate and license information, as well as issuing deletion certificates and replacements for lost certificates and licenses.
Additional supporting services include tracking application status, making electronic payments, and obtaining service outputs (certificates and licenses) in digital format with QR Code authentication, thereby automating the processes of the Small Ships Registration Office, saving time and effort, and simplifying procedures.
Last Updated Date: 18-09-2025
