The Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications launched an online platform for small vessel registration and licensing.

Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, emphasised the ministry’s commitment to digital transformation by delivering high-quality, efficient, and competitive services.

He noted that these efforts align with Bahrain’s comprehensive development process under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

The minister highlighted the platform’s role in advancing government services as part of the ministry’s digital transformation strategy for sustainable digital transformation, which is in line with the Government Programme (2023-2026) and Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.

Bader Hood Al Mahmood, Undersecretary for Ports and Maritime Affairs, said that the platform offers services such as registration, licensing, renewals, and ownership transfers, serving over 25,000 users and 8,000 vessels while reducing processing time by up to 50 per cent.

Users can access services via the e-key or national portal (bahrain.bh) without visiting service centres. The platform includes QR code verification and is integrated with relevant authorities, including the Coast Guard.