The Process is Simple
Enter vessel details
once
(ShipCarePro handles the formatting)
Vessel Auto-Syncs to AIS
ShipCarePro updates your operational profile to your BFMP in real time
Plans/Record Books
Auto-Update
When you upload inspection or cleaning reports, your BFMP/RB updates automatically
Entering a port?
Download updated docs
in seconds
MEPC.378(80)
IMO formatted with an Enhanced Layout
IMO BFMP Template - -- ShipCarePro Output
IMO BFMP Template -- - ShipCarePro Output
FAQs
ShipCarePro auto-generates and auto-updates your vessel's BFMPs and BFRBs in line with IMO MEPC 80 and regional rules—including NZ, Australia, California, and future updates.
Can I just auto-generate a BFMP once?
If you're on an annual subscription, downloads are unlimited. You can generate an up-to-date Biofouling Management Plan (BFMP) or Record Book (BFRB) anytime, including region-specific formats for New Zealand, Australia, and California.
If you only paid for a one-time BFMP setup and didn’t subscribe, you’ll just receive a single version (no future updates or region-specific formats).
How do I input my operational details?
You don’t have to. ShipCarePro syncs directly with Spire AIS to auto-generate and update your operational profile. This includes:
- Speed logs
- Underway vs. static tracking
- Salinity data (e.g., brackish, ocean, fresh)
- Climate zone detection (polar, tropical, temperate)
Do I need to update the platform manually?
Just upload inspection or cleaning reports when you get them. The platform will auto-update your BFMP and BFRB with inspection, cleaning, anti-fouling coating, and MGPS data—fully formatted and audit-ready.
Is there a digital logbook?
Yes, we call it a Record Book. It’s downloadable, timestamped, grouped by activity type, and formatted to meet IMO Part I & II structure—ready for any audit or inspection.
How do I share documents with regulators?
You can either:
- Download the PDF and email it directly.
- Invite regulators via a secure read-only login. They can view or download directly from the platform.
How many downloads do I get per year?
Unlimited. Download fresh versions for every port, every inspection—no caps.
Can I invite my crew to the platform?
Absolutely. Add unlimited crew and set permission levels by role.
What happens if the IMO updates their format?
The platform auto-applies global or regional format changes, so your documents are always compliant with minimal tweaks.
Do I need to redo my setup after every dry dock?
That’s the best part—you never need to reset anything at dry dock. Once your vessel is set up in ShipCarePro, your BFMP and BFRB stay current through all dry docking cycles.
Don't take our word for it
What Vessel Managers are Saying
Stuart Chase
DOF
We heard of ShipCarePro via our IMS consultant. We registered one of our vessels as part of the Beta test and liked the ease of the system that we have signed up several vessels to the system. The system is easy to use and provides all the information required for International and local regulatory requirements for Biofouling Records for monitoring and importation requirements.
Brad Milic
Australia Longline
The ShipCarePro Biofouling Management Plan is a must have to meet regulatory requirements without additional staff. It’s kind of like a mix between a plan and a record book. It has the main plan, but the plan also updates automatically with inspection notes on niches whenever an inspection report gets uploaded. That way, regulators can quickly see the key info, but still dive into the full details in the official record book if they need to
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