From Swiss company incorporation to full fleet management – all under one roof.

BSM Basel Shipping Management

About us

Swiss flag & comprehensive ship management

BSM – Basel Shipping Management, with offices in the cantons of Zug and Basel, supports shipowners and investors in operating under the Swiss flag – from the formation of a Swiss AG to ongoing fleet operations.

We take over the complete management of your fleet: accounting and payroll, crew and personnel administration, technical support & compliance as well as chartering and insurance. Our services are designed for international clients who wish to operate their vessels under the Swiss flag.

Our Services

Comprehensive Ship Management from Switzerland

Company Formation in Switzerland

Legally compliant formation of your Swiss company – fast, discreet and professional.

Flag Registration & Compliance

Registration under the Swiss flag including notifications, safety checks and communication with authorities.

Accounting & Payroll

Financial accounting, payroll processing, reporting and auditing.

Purchase/Sale & Chartering

Brokerage of vessels as well as leasing and charter solutions. Purchase and sale of ships.

Your Swiss partner for integrated ship management – from company formation to ongoing operations under the Swiss flag.

Our Added Value

Why BSM – and Why Switzerland?

Swiss Stability & the Zug Advantage

Legal certainty, neutrality and a reliable environment for capital and assets. Our locations in Basel & Zug combine international connectivity with attractive tax and regulatory conditions – ideal for shipowners and investors who want to position their fleet for the future.

One-Stop-Management from A–Z

We support you from the formation of your Swiss company to flag registration and ongoing operations. This includes accounting, payroll, crew management and communication with authorities – all fast, discreet and reliable. Your vessels remain in operation with your own crew, while we handle the entire back-office and relieve your team.

Exclusivity & the Swiss Flag

The Swiss flag is a worldwide mark of quality: the highest standards in safety, reliability and international reputation. With BSM, you gain not only a strong partner, but also the prestige and trust advantage that only Switzerland offers – an invaluable factor for shipowners, investors and international partners.