Vision
- A leading maritime authority steering Kenya’s Global Maritime Aspirations.
Mission
- To facilitate Kenya’s sustainable maritime development through progressive stewardship
Core Values
The Authority’s core values include:
- Customer focus
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Patriotism
Key Functions of the KMA include to:
- Co-ordinate the implementation of policies relating to maritime affairs;
- Advise Government on the implementation of international conventions and treaties;
- Undertake and co-ordinate research, investigations and surveys in the maritime field;
- Discharge flag and Port State responsibilities in an efficient and effective manner;.
- Develop, co-ordinate and manage a national oil spill contingency plan for both coastal and inland waters;
- Maintain and administer ships register;
- Coordinate Search and Rescue efforts in partnership with other stakeholders;
- Enforce safety of shipping and compliance with construction regulations for safety;
- Conduct regular inspections of ships to ensure maritime safety and prevention of maritime pollution;
- Oversee training, recruitment and welfare of seafarers;
- Conduct investigations into maritime casualties including wreck;
- Regulate inland waterways shipping