Minister of Transport Meets Newly Appointed BMA Board of Directors

L to R: Dario Lundy-Mortimer, BMA Director; LaMarque Drew, BMA Director; Ms. Rolle, Under Secretary, Ministry of Transport; Lavardo Duncanson, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transport; the Hon. Leon Lundy, Minister of Transport; Jacqueline M. Simmons, BMA Board Chairman; Capt. Dwain Hutchinson, BMA Managing Director & CEO; Bertha Cooper-Rousseau, BMA Director; and Amilcar Carey, BMA Director.

The newly appointed Board of Directors of The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) held its inaugural meeting on Monday, 26 October 2026, during which members were addressed by the Minister of Transport, the Hon. Leon Lundy.

In his remarks, Minister Lundy reaffirmed the Government of The Bahamas’ continued support for the Bahamas Ship Registry and its commitment to the development of the country’s maritime sector. He also expressed his appreciation to the Directors for accepting their appointments and undertaking the responsibility of guiding the Authority’s strategic direction.

Responding on behalf of the Board, Chairman Jacqueline M. Simmons thanked the Minister for his remarks and reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to providing strong strategic oversight, supporting the continued growth of the Bahamas Ship Registry and maintaining high standards of regulatory performance and customer service.

The newly appointed Board brings together a range of experience and expertise to support the BMA’s strategic priorities and its continued development as a leading international Flag State.

The Board of Directors comprises:

• Jacqueline M. Simmons, Chairman
• Peter John Goulandris, Deputy Chairman
• Senator Ja’Ann Major
• Dario Lundy-Mortimer
• LaMarque Drew
• Bertha Cooper-Rousseau
• Amilcar Carey

The BMA looks forward to working closely with the Board to advance its strategic objectives, strengthen relationships with international maritime stakeholders and uphold the quality and service standards associated with the Bahamas Flag.