Maritime Directory

Port Melbourne, VIC, Australia

ASA works to promote the interests of Australian ship owners and operators, ship managers and towage operators. ASA aims to foster the growth of a cost effective Australian merchant marine. Through its lobbying, research and representative functions, the Association is primarily concerned with the following objectives: <li>To do everything practicable to increase the competitiveness and quality of operations of owners and operators of Australian controlled international shipping and Australian coastal shipping; and <li>To act as a focal point of contact for the Australian shipping industry with governments, other sectors of the economy, the trade union movement, international organizations and the community generally.

San Diego, CA, United States

Advanced Metal Forming has been serving San Diego's marine and industrial community since 1965, specializing in metal fabrication.

Bourne End, BUCKINGHAMHIRE, United Kingdom

Alicom provides a wealth of globally accessible, outsourced messaging solutions to the maritime community. Ship owners, brokers, charterers, agents and chandlers use our solutions 24/7 for rapid delivery of time-critical messages to ship and shore.

Houston, Texas, United States

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is one of the world's leading ship classification societies. It is a not-for-profit, independent technical organization, which provides a unique service without counterpart in any other field of industry or commerce. Briefly stated, ABS establishes and administers standards, known as Rules, for the design, construction, and periodic survey of hsips and other marine structure. Classification is process which certifies adherence to these Rules, thus representing that a ship or other type of marien structure possesses the structural and mechanical integrity required for its intended service. A classed vessel is, therefore, one that provides for both the safety of personnel and cargoes carried, as well as helps to protect the enviornment in which it may operate. Because of the way it is organized and operated, ABS maintains an impartial and uncompromised postion in performing classification services around the world. In this way, ABS effectively acts as a self-regulatory agency to the international marine community, both private and public, in promoting the safety of life, property, and protecting the environment. In support of its classification and related services, ABS offers a broad range of technical services to assist owners, operators, shipyards and others in designing, building, operating and maintaining their vessels safety and effectively. Additionally an affiliate of ABS, ABS Group, provides inspection, certification, verification, assessment, quality assurance, and consultation services to the marine and non-marine industries worldwide.

Sydney, NSW, Australia

AAPMA is the peak body representing the interests of member ports and marine authorities in Australia and in performing this role we seek to strengthen the general awareness and understanding of ports and their needs amongst all facets of society; the general community to industry and decision-makers alike. This is a role we have performed since 1910 when the major ports commenced regular meetings.

Vienna, Austria

Activities and Role The Austrian Shippers' Council consist of 25 members representing Austria's most important companies and industrial and economic branches. Being a working group of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber the ASC has access to all services and information offered by the Economic Chamber and its professional groups without additional costs. Originating from an organisation, dealing with sea transport only, it has been transformed during the past two years into a platform for all transport users and all means of transport. Land Transport: Road and Rail Shipping: Sea and Inland Waterways The Austrian Shipper' Council have been members of the European Shippers' Council in Brussels for more than 25 years. This offers the chance for Austrian Industry to receive all information regarding transport in an efficient and quick manner. On the other hand it offers the opportunity to have direct access to the organisations of the European Community. The Austrian Shippers' Council is represented in Brussels by the Secretary General and the Chairman. Principle Goals Consultant to the Austrian industry and economy in all transport matters (practical and legal advice). Representing Austrian industry and economy in Brussels and gain all necessary information from commissions etc. Discuss Austrian transport issues with colleagues in the ESC and co-ordinate common actions. Shaping European transport to the needs and requirements of the transport users in Austria together with the European Shippers' Council. Liberalisation of freight markets.

Holmdel, NJ, United States

BSY was established in 1974 to provide fully integrated corporate communications, internal representation and special events management services to the global business community, the transportation industry, world trade interests and related activities.

Bagsvaerd, Denmark

BIMCO is the world’s leading private association of shipping companies. Among its many activities, the organisation provides strictly professional, non-political information and counselling services for the maritime community including owners, brokers, agents and club members.

New York, NY, United States

BanxCorp, through its BanxQuote marketplace, provides daily market rates on deposits and loans from financial institutions in all fifty states and Washington, DC, with state-by-state, regional, and national composite benchmarks. The services are available through a proprietary website and a syndicate of co-branding partnerships with news services and financial institutions. BanxCorp also licenses its proprietary data and financial applications to third parties. Whether you are seeking better loan rates, sensible investments with steady returns, or working capital for your small business, we can help you.

Vancouver,, British Columbia, Canada

The Chamber of Shipping has proudly served the international shipping industry community in British Columbia since 1923. The Chamber is a forum for the gathering, developing and disseminating of information both to the membership and shipping communities around the world. Information relating to new developments in shipping services, government legislation as well as alternative services and opportunities in trade, commerce, or education are handled by the Chamber and its dedicated committees. Established as a non profit society in 1923, The Chamber of Shipping of British Columbia provides its services to three categories of members. 'Full Members' are drawn from the ship owners, operators and agents, representing the foreign flag international deep sea segment of the B.C. shipping community. Associate or Service Membership is offered to other entities which see value in a close relationship with the Chamber. The Chamber has 140 members, in total. The objects define a role of facilitation and interaction, in the interests of members, with all levels of government and the wider marine community. The President, Staff and Board of Directors are all actively involved in the work of the Chamber in fulfilling its mandate. This is achieved through their involvement in standing and adhoc committees devoted to key topics, for example,Ship and Port Operations, Navigation and Pilotage, Cruise, Liner, Legislation etc. The facilitation role is further exemplified through the Chamber's role in the registration of vessels under the Canadian oil spill regulations. The Chamber has also spearheaded the formation of an informal coalition, The Western Marine Community (WMC), with the aim of ensuring an equitable regional apportionment of the Coast Guard's cost recovery program.

MA, United States

New York, NY, United States

Russia: All 89 Regions Trade & Investment Guide is the most complete compilation of economic data for all regions of Russia. A functional, subscription-based research resource, The Guide consists of a family of products: a soft cover book, a CD-ROM and updates. Resolving the current difficulty in sourcing information about Russia's vast regions: what they are, what they produce, what they can sell and what they seek to buy, what investment opportunities the regions offer, The Guide meets the information needs of business communities, governments and academic circles throughout the world. With opening statements by Mr. Sergey Mironov, Chairman of the Federation Council; Mr. Mr. James D. Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank; United States Secretary of Commerce, Mr. Donald L. Evans; Mr. Jerry Jasinowski, President of the US National Association of Manufacturers and Mr. Arkady Volski, President of RSPP, the Guide's publishing date is set for November 2003. Russia: All 89 Regions Trade and Investment Guide offers a unique collection of data, retrieved directly from local administrations and governments, and reviewed and verified through government agencies. To meet western standards, the information is structured and re-edited by independent professionals with Western expertise. The Guide's unparalleled content coverage offers the business community practical, factual, up-to-date, region-specific information on markets, sources of supply, trade opportunities, operating conditions, investment projects, legal and tax environment, current economic conditions, and risks. Academia gains a reference source for essential economic and demographic information on every Russian region - unavailable until today.

Tanner, AL, United States

Wilmington, NC, United States

New York,, NY, United States

Our mission is to assist companies and organization to upgrade & systematize their flow of financial information to the international institutional investment community, improve their communication with current shareholders, enhance their profile within the financial media & press and take advantage of favorable opportunities in the US and international capital markets through private placements and other transactions. To this effect together with our affiliates we provide financial advisory and investment banking services.

Georgetown, Guyana

Stockholm, Sweden

Chinsay was founded in 1999 and is a leading provider to the global shipping industry. Its key product, Recap Manager, is designed to assist brokers by reducing back office paper work, freeing their time to concentrate on generating more business for the company. In addition, it creates greater efficiency and saves both time and money in the creation and management of fixture documents and charter parties. Version 1.0 has been designed for the tanker broker community. Chinsay is backed by a number of top industry players with whom it has worked to develop and deliver best of breed technology and products. Its management team has longstanding experience from the international shipping industry, ranging from dry and tanker chartering to business development and corporate finance. Chinsay is head quartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with an office in London.

Astoria,, OR, United States

Clarksdale, MS, United States

Clifton, TN, United States

Arlington, VA, United States

For more than 39 years, Sea Technology has been the ocean/marine industry's consistently recognized authority for ocean design, engineering and application of equipment and services in the global ocean community. It is the one and only monthly magazine proudly serving this multibillion dollar marketplace. It has more domestic and worldwide "buying power" readers than any other magazine in its field. MISSION STATEMENT Sea Technology is the worldwide information leader for marine business, science and engineering. Our goal is to provide our global audience with current information on the various segments of the worldwide marine/ocean industry through state-of-the-art and application articles, news columns, and staff reports; and to provide our advertisers with a cost-effective, valuable and useful vehicle by which to promote their products and services. EDITORIAL FIRSTS Only publication in its field to receive the prestigious Jesse H. Neal Award for Editorial Excellence. Established and sponsors the industry's "Oscar"--the Marine Technology Society's eminent Compass Distinguished Achievement Award--as well as the Compass Industrial Award and the Compass International Award. Established and sponsors the National Ocean Industries Association's (NOIA) Safety in Seas Award.

Stamford,, Connecticut, United States

The Connecticut Maritime Association is the fastest-gowing commercial maritime community in the U.S. The Association's 1,600 members, centered primarily in Connecticut, represent the full spectrum of US and international shipping interests. Owners, operators, brokers, managers--and the professional services that support such a commercial center--give the CMA a vitality frequently missing in US maritime circles. Visitors to the CMA Conference and Exhibition most frequently build extended stays into their plans to accomplish a variety of business activities. The organizers will be pleased to provide you additional information about membership, which has annual dues of $50 US.

Brussel,, Bruxelles, Belgium

ESPO was founded in 1993 in response to a growing demand that the sea port sector would present its views and opinions to serve the interests of seaports with regard to the development of the European Community, the single market and its common transport policy. The organisation represents the port authorities, port associations and port administrations of the seaports of the European Union and has direct contacts in some 500 ports across Europe, through its delegates in the general Assembly. ESPO membership varies in terms of size, ownership and management philosophy, but is united in its determination to play a fundamental role in the development of the maritime and port policies of European Union.

Singapore,, Singapore

With a team of over 50 experienced brokers covering petroleum, chemical, vegetable oil, and dry cargo shipping in international markets, we provide an extensive range of services to the shipping community. These include spot and contract chartering, time-charter, sale & purchase, shipping consultancy, general agency, etc. Eastport Maritime has grown from a modest four-member operation in our first year of business to a diversified shipbroking group of 130 personnel worldwide. Since 1995, we have established offices in China, the USA, and Europe to better serve our international clientele. In the constantly evolving global environment, Eastport Maritime will continue to pursue opportunities for expansion and remain focused on building our strength in the Asia Pacific region.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

EnergyWorkspace is a developer of eBusiness solutions and web-based applications for the oil and gas industry. Through strategic alliances and developmental partnerships, EW continues to build an integrated asp system with collaborative workspaces and eCommerce solutions. It is EW&#8217;s goal that EnergyWorkspace.com&#8482; becomes &#8220;The place where oil and gas professionals go to WORK on-line.&#8221;