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MISSION
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The RBSA proactively looks after the common interests of
all shipowners and ships’ managers established in
Belgium and involved in international maritime transport
by sea. The association plays a dynamic role in
promoting the sector as attractive employer and gives
its members operational support and clarification
concerning fiscal, social, environmental and maritime
legislation. For this purpose, the RBSA collaborates
closely with all relevant national and international
parties.
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VISION :
As Belgium’s maritime knowledge centre, the RBSA hopes
to play a pioneering role in the continuing expansion
and long-term growth of the sector of international
maritime transport by sea. In its role of
forward-looking opinion maker, the RBSA hopes to serve
as the ideal discussion partner for all parties
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90% of world transport happens by sea.
Statistics demonstrate that maritime navigation is the most
environment-friendly transport mode worldwide.
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The international merchant marine fleet numbers 50,000 vessels
carrying all sorts of goods: bulk, cars, gas, containers, chemicals,
oil, etc.
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The Belgian ship owners control a fleet the tonnage of which exceeds
that of the Netherlands, Spain and France. Belgian-operated ships
are often high-tech automated wonders.
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Safety is a prime consideration. Therefore it is only logical that
the daily running of such vessels is not entrusted to just anyone!
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