The Bangladesh Ship Recycling Board (BSRB) is the national authority for certification and licensing of Ship Recycling Facilities (SRFs). All facilities must be registered, licensed, and certified in line with the Ship Recycling Act 2018, the Ship Breaking and Recycling Rules 2011, and the Hong Kong International Convention (HKC 2009).

What We Do

• Facility Licensing – Issuing licenses for ship recycling yards that meet national and international compliance standards.
• Green Yard Certification – Recognizing SRFs that achieve full HKC compliance with safe and environmentally sound practices.
• NOC Issuance – Approving No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for operations and vessel recycling activities.
• Audit & Compliance Checks – Conducting regular inspections and audits to ensure continuous adherence to safety and environmental requirements.
• Certification Renewal – Managing periodic review and renewal of licenses and certifications.

Why It Matters

Certification and licensing not only safeguard worker safety and the environment but also enhance Bangladesh’s global credibility, ensuring access to international ship recycling markets and partnerships.

Certification & Licensing Process – BSRB

The Certification & Licensing process ensures that all Ship Recycling Facilities (SRFs) in Bangladesh operate safely, sustainably, and in compliance with national and international regulations. Below is the step-by-step flow:

Step 1: Application Submission

Facilities submit application forms with required documents (yard layout, compliance checklist, environmental plan).

Step 2: Facility Inspection

BSRB inspection teams conduct site visits and audits to verify compliance with the Ship Recycling Act 2018 and HKC standards.

Step 3: License Approval

Provisional license is issued for compliant facilities, allowing limited operations under monitoring.

Step 4: Certification

Upon full compliance, facilities receive Green Yard Certification and international recognition under HKC.

Step 5: Renewal & Monitoring

Licenses and certifications are subject to periodic renewal, with continuous monitoring and digital compliance dashboards.

This step-by-step framework ensures transparency, accountability, and global credibility for Bangladesh’s ship recycling sector.

Contact for Certification & Licensing

Bangladesh Ship Recycling Board (BSRB)

Chattogram Office:
Level-8, Divisional Building BSTI, Agrabad, Chattogram-4100

Dhaka Office:
91, Motijheel C/A, Ministry of Industries, Dhaka-1000

Phone: +880241054242
Email: bsrb2025@gmail.com
Website: www.bsrb.gov.bd