The history of BMF dates back to 1993, when ADIMDE, the Basque Maritime Industries Association, was set up by the stakeholders of the Basque shipbuilding-maritime sector: shipyards, owners of merchant ships and fishing boats,
and the supply industry.
In 1997, ADIMDE was set up as a cluster as the result of the Basque Government’s policy to boost competitiveness; other sectoral stakeholders were added and the Basque Maritime Forum formed.
Represent, promote and provide services to improve competitiveness and growth of the companies of the sector, by means of partnership, internationalisation formulas, and driving innovation, along with fostering the collaborative and maritime culture.
Consolidate the leadership of the Basque maritime sector on the international market, based on internationalisation, innovation, excellence, sustainability and social commitment.
The General Meeting is made up of all its members and is the top decision-making and control authority of the Basque Maritime Forum and meets once a year in general.
