Freeport, Grand Bahama – Grand Bahama Shipyard Limited (GBSL) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Merit in the British Safety Council International Safety Awards 2026, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of its employees and contractors throughout the 2025 calendar year.

Grand Bahama Shipyard is one of 428 organisations to receive a Merit, among 851 total winners drawn from 51 countries worldwide — spanning construction, manufacturing, oil, gas, mining, power and utility sectors.

“All the winners have dedicated substantial time, resources and commitment to ensuring their work, teams and workplaces remained healthy and safe during 2025.”

— Mike Robinson, Chief Executive, British Safety Council

Statement from Grand Bahama Shipyard

This recognition reflects the sustained efforts of every member of the Grand Bahama Shipyard team. Maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is not simply a regulatory obligation — it is a core value that underpins everything we do. This award is a testament to the dedication of our workforce and the effectiveness of our health and safety management systems.

Grand Bahama Shipyard operates one of the most capable ship repair and conversion facilities in the Western Hemisphere, with three floating dry-docks, over one kilometre of deep-water berth, and a workforce committed to world-class standards of safety and operational excellence.

About Grand Bahama Shipyard Limited

Grand Bahama Shipyard Limited (GBSL) is a premier ship repair and conversion facility located within the Port of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas — 93 nautical miles east of Miami, Florida. Founded in 1999, GBSL offers a full range of marine services including dry-docking, hull repair, mechanical and electrical works, steel fabrication and topside repairs.

GBSL holds ISO 9001, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001 certifications, and is ISPS Compliant. The yard accommodates vessels up to 300 metres in length with a maximum lifting capacity of 45,000 tonnes.

“This award reflects the Grand Bahamas Shipyard team’s commitment to safety before schedule and demonstrates a resolve to achieve and maintain the standards expected of a World Class ship repair facility.  Well done to all!” – Christopher Earl, Chief Executive Officer Grand Bahama Shipyard.

For more information:

Tel: +1 (242) 350-4000   |   Website: grandbahamashipyard.com   |   Email: enquiries@gbshipyard.com