Nazir Siyal
KARACHI: Bahria Classification Society (BCS) formalized its authorization as a Recognized Organization (RO) for ship classification and statutory services by signing an agreement with the Ministry of Maritime Affairs. The signing ceremony, held at the Bahria Foundation Head Office in Karachi, was graced by the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, as Chief Guest.
The agreement was signed by Commodore (Retd) Dr. Muhammad Saeed Khalid SI(M), CEO of BCS, and Ms. Alia Shahid, Director General Ports and Shipping, in the presence of Mr. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Vice Admiral (Retd) Imran Ahmed HI(M), Managing Director of Bahria Foundation.
Established as a non-profit entity under Section 42 of the Companies Act 2017, BCS is Pakistan’s first locally-founded classification society, authorized to conduct ship surveys, issue certifications, and carry out statutory inspections on behalf of the Government of Pakistan.
The establishment of BCS as a Recognized Organization is expected to:
Elevate Pakistan’s technical maritime standards.
Provide affordable and high-quality local classification services.
Support indigenous shipbuilding, ship repair, and offshore industries.
Create professional employment opportunities within the country.
Strengthen Pakistan’s maritime economy and global presence.
In his closing remarks, Vice Admiral (Retd) Imran Ahmed HI(M), Managing Director of Bahria Foundation, expressed his gratitude to the Chief Guest and senior maritime officials for their invaluable support and presence at the ceremony.