Maritime Directory

Dallas,, TX, United States

Carrier of choice for Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and Puerto Rico. Born of Sea-Land’s and CSX Lines’ proud heritage comes the world’s newest ocean transportation and logistics provider – Horizon Lines. Now a part of The Carlyle Group, Horizon Lines brings you the same industry-leading innovation and high quality service that made CSX Lines a favorite for shippers in the Jones Act trades. Under the same leadership and management you know and trust, Horizon Lines will continue to offer a full range of containerized solutions at competitive rates for shippers moving cargo between the continental United States, Hawaii, Guam, Alaska and Puerto Rico. You will continue to enjoy the convenience and efficiency of online booking, tracking, and billing through the NetCaptain, powered by Horizon Services Group, a part of Horizon Lines.

Parsippany, NJ, United States

INTTRA is the leading provider of B2B ocean freight services. With its network of 15 carriers, INTTRA currently covers 46% percent of the ocean-going transportation market. Founded by the world’s leading carriers, INTTRA has a long-term industry perspective and does not rely on any venture capital. With its simple to use online system, INTTRA enables shippers, freight forwarders, third party logistics providers, brokers, importers, and industry portals to book cargo across multiple shipping lines in a single integrated process. The name “INTTRA” is a combination of several terms. The “INT” is an abbreviation for International, which represents the extent of INTTRA’s customer reach. The “TRA” is an abbreviation for both transportation and trade, two terms that are essential to the driving principles behind INTTRA. The double “T” in the center of “INTTRA” also represents Track & Trace, the first module offered to the public.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Jakarta Pusat, Indonesia

Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Provides instant on-line cargo insurance quotes and policy delivery for shippers and their freight forwarders worldwide through its partners, Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company and ACE USA.

Seoul, South Korea

Glenmoore, Pennsylvania, United States

Leverage buying power of members for low ocean freight rates and better service. Members are small-medium businesses regardless of industry or commodity.

Malaysia

Tampa, FL, United States

Marine Towing of Tampa, LLC is a provider of ship assist services at Port Tampa Bay, Port Manatee and all facilities throughout Tampa Bay. We believe that state-of-the-art equipment is essential in order to provide our customers with first class service. Our fleet is entirely composed of high-horsepower Z-drive tugs. We at Marine Towing of Tampa, LLC are very appreciative of vessel owners, charterers, shippers and receivers for our livelihood.

Taipai, Taiwan, China

United States

Wellington, New Zealand

What is the New Zealand Shipping Federation ? An industry organisation representing New Zealand ship owners and operators, nationally and internationally. When did it start ? Founded in 1907 Why does it exist ? "To continue to develop and maintain a competitive, safe and environmentally responsible New Zealand Shipping industry" To Promote the participation of New Zealand shipping in coastal, Australasian, Pacific Rim and other international trades where appropriate. To foster safe, competitive, quality and customer oriented New Zealand shipping services. To represent New Zealand shipping to Government, Parliament, cargo interest, sector groups, the general public and appropriate international organisations. To promote and maintain industry standards for safety, training and environmental protection. To provide a clearing house for information relevant to the New Zealand shipping industry. To encourage the development of viable employment opportunities for New Zealanders in shipping. How Does it do it ? REPRESENTATION The New Zealand Shipping Federation is a Full Member of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the international organisation of national shipowner association. The ICS is widely regarded as the principal voice of the shipping industry and has significant influence with the International Maritime Organisation. The Federation is also a Full Member of the International Shipping Federation (ISF), the international employers organisation for shipowners. The Intentional Labour Organisation (ILO) has specific sessions, every 8-10 years, devoted solely to Maritime matters. The New Zealand employers delegate to these sessions is normally the person nominated by the New Zealand Shipping Federation in conjunction with the Business New Zealand. New Zealand shipping interests are represented by the Federation on Government Committees such as the Ballast Water Advisory Group, the Oil Pollution Advisory Committee and the ad hoc committee set up to deal with various issues relating to the importation of pests. The Maritime New Zealand's Consultative Committee includes a member' of the Maritime Industry. Competenz is the industry training organisation for the maritime sector, and the Federation is a member of the maritime advisory group LOBBYING and ADVOCACY The preparation and presentation of submissions putting forward the shipping industry's perspective on a wide range of issues is a key part of the Federation’s work. This is targeted not only at Government, Select Committees and Ministers but also coalition and Opposition parties, Ministries, Government Departments and Agencies, Port Companies, Regional and District Councils, and other organisations. Submissions are made not only in response to proposals, but also proactively seeking changes and improvements, The Federation regularly appears before Select Committees. It also appears, where necessary, at local authority resource management hearings and occasionally in the Environment Court. Litigation is generally seen as a last resort, but one which will be pursued when necessary. LIAISON It is also important to maintain good and effective working relationships with the relevant agencies and organisations. The Ministry of Transport and Maritime New Zealand regularly consult the Federation at the early stages of policy development. Regular contact is maintained with other agencies such as Business New Zealand, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, Maritime Law Association, other shipowners associations, Marine Transport Association, Association of Shipping Agents, Shippers Council, port companies, local authorities, other transport organisations, universities and polytechnics. The Federation has a special relationship with the Australian Shipowners Association, particularly in relation to international matters. This relationship is increasingly relevant as issues relating to Trans Tasman trade arise on both sides of the Tasman. INFORMATION The Federation disseminates information to members from international organisations such as IMO, ISF, ICS and ILO. It also provides information from Business new Zealandand other ship owner associations. It acts as a source of information for the media and the general public, and has a significant database of international agreements, conventions, resolutions and codes, as well as New Zealand legislation, regulations, rules and Polices. RESEARCH The Federation undertakes or commissions research identified by its Council as necessary or desirable. This often includes managing contracts with external providers. FORUM Facilities and services are provided to enable member companies to discuss matters of mutual interest, among themselves and with others. The facilities include a Wellington office suite from which to do business. The usual office services such as phone, fax and photocopies are readily available, as well as computer and extensive reference material.

Lutcher,, LA, United States

Nord-Sud Shipping enjoys a vast array of clientele with varied cargo operations. These clients include a number of petroleum companies, vessel owners, vessel charterers, vessel time charterers, drill rig and ship owners, as well as cargo shippers and receivers. Nord-Sud Shipping maintains offices in Louisiana, Alabama, Texas, and Florida as well as sub-agency relationships in US East and West Coast ports and select foreign ports. See the following section for details.

Oslo, Norway

Membership and organization The Federation of Norwegian Transport Users (TF) was established in 1959. TF is a membership-based organization representing the interest of Norwegian companies - trading nationally and internationally - as users of freight transport. Current members encompass: Central office of Agricultural Cooperatives in Norway Confederation of Norwegian Industries Federation of Norwegian Building Industries Federation of Norwegian Chemical and Process Industries Federation of Norwegian Commercial and Service Enterprises Federation of Norwegian Forest Owners Numerous individual members The members represent approximate 80% of the value added and employment in private manufacturing industries, agriculture and commerce. The organization is governed by the Board of Directors and the General Assembly. TF has advisory groups, drawn from individual companies, on land transport, ports, maritime shipping and dangerous goods. Vision Profitable and sustainable trade and industry through efficient transport at sea, on land and in the air. Main policy strategies: Free and fair competition and open market access both domestically and internationally Development of profitable corridors of transportinfrastructure Cost effective use of taxes and duties on transport Multimodal approach to secure efficient supply chains Activities Based on a professional and objective-focused staff: TF promotes the interests of trade and indutry in different aspects of transport policy TF are frequently used for advisory purposes by different Ministries and Government bodies TF participates in European transport user cooperation through European Shippers' Council and European Air Shippers' Council (based in Brussels) in its capacity as Norwegian Shippers Council TF carries out research and documentation for members in transport and logistics TF organizes professional training courses and conferences in transport and logistics

Karachi, Pakistan

Makati City, Philippines

Buffalo, NY, United States

The Port of Buffalo, owned and operated by Gateway Metroport, ranks 28th amoung all U.S. seaports and seventh of the Great Lakes ports. Located at the eastern end of Lake Erie, it is 22 miles from Port Colborne, Ontario, the Welland Canal's terminus on Lake Erie, and is the first major U.S. port of call encountered on entering the Great Lakes. Its central location within 500 miles of the major population and distribution centers of the Northeast and North Central States, and within 500 miles of 75 percent of the Canadian population, makes it ideal for industry and distribution. The Port has excellent facilities: piers with 27 feet of water (Seaway standard depth) alongside, can accommodate seven vessels simultaneously. Two hundred acres located on or near deep water are set aside for bulk cargo storage; self unloaders and conventional bulk carriers can discharge and load while sheltered by the harbor breakwall. More and more shippers are taking advantage of the Port's excellent bulk distribution facilities. In addition to a number of heavy fork lift trucks, two portable conveyor belt systems and other modern material handling equipment, the Port recently acquired a 230 ton American crawler crane and a heavy duty front end loader. The crawler crane, when "married" to the Port's existing 50 ton LeTourneau gantry crane, offers dramatic lifting capability. The LeTourneau, with its lifting capacity of 50 tons at 40 feet, has the accessories: hook, bridle, electo-magnet, sling and spreaders, to move any type of cargo quickly and economically. Its high mobility enables it to serve both the general cargo and bulk piers. A highly mobile Kolberg conveyor system is also available. Foreign Trade Zone No. 23 is in operation at the Port and is just about at capacity. A satellite foreign trade zone has been opened near the Greater Buffalo International Airport and in Amherst. The Port of Buffalo is a member of the Council of Upstate Ports of New York, a forum for discussion and resolution of problems common to New York's upstate port; it played a leading role in forming the Port of Buffalo Users Group, a cooperative unit formed by local shippers for consolidation of cargoes and inducement of regularly scheduled steamship services. The history of the Gateway Port of Buffalo over the past decade has shown steady improvement and expansion of Port facilities. With the future expected to emphasize energy efficient transportation modes ever more strongly, the Gateway Port of Buffalo has great potential for playing a primary role in the Buffalo area economy in coming years.

Lisboa, Portugal

Slidell,, LA, United States

The management of RioGroup focuses exclusively on development and expansion of its subsidiaries, RioInternational Terminals and Associated Cargo Pool (ACP). RioInternational specializes in expediting loading and discharge of ships' cargoes on a worldwide basis. However, the company”s primary focus is in the Americas and the Caribbean area. Related activities and services include marine consultancy, project cargo management, and port captaincy. Also, negotiating and contracting for ocean transportation, stevedoring, barging and trucking contracts. Associated Cargo Pool represents and protects the interest of charterers, shippers and receivers. The company’s services are provided 24/7 through personal and continuous attention, supplemented by a state-of-the-art, web-based system for communications, operations, documentation and information. All RioGroup Companies operate from corporate headquarters in Slidell, Louisiana,located just a few miles from downtown New Orleans.

Peachtree City,, Georgia, United States

Shippers, carriers and logistics service providers look to SMC³ for the technology, industry data, educational services and general know-how to achieve greater success in the transportation marketplace. Founded in 1935, SMC³ has built a reputation among industry professionals as a central knowledge base for decision support, improved collaboration and streamlined processes in the movement of freight via motor carriers.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council was established in March 1966 to protect and promote the interests of shippers. It was the first National Shippers’ Council to be set up in Asia and was formed on a request made in 1965 by the local Committee of the Ceylon/Continental Conference, and a subsequent request made by the Director of Commerce in January 1966, to the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. The Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council is the apex body that represents the interest of the shippers. Membership of the Council consisted of Chambers of Commerce and Trade Associations until 2002. Sixteen such organizations are currently members of the Council and the Council represents more than 95% of the import/export trade. The Council derives its broad based representation and membership from these trade Associations. The Council has now opened its doors to individual companies as Associate Members so that companies in the export/import trade could have access to the Council’s resources and expertise to resolve their shipping related problems. As at end August 2003, a total of 14 Companies have obtained Associate membership of the Council.

Singapore

Sandton, South Africa

Fairview,, Dublin 3, Ireland

TBS provides worldwide shipping solutions to industrial shippers through our Five Star Service: ocean transportation, projects, operations, port services, and strategic planning. The TBS shipping network operates liner, parcel and dry bulk services, supported by a fleet of multipurpose tweendeckers and handysize / handymax bulk carriers, including specialized heavy-lift vessels and newbuild tonnage.

Tampa,, Fl, United States

TECO Ocean Shipping is the ocean transportation connection in the TECO Transport family of companies. TECO Ocean Shipping carries coal and other bulk commodities within the Gulf of Mexico and to ports around the world. Established in 1959 to carry coal from Louisiana to Tampa for Tampa Electric, its sister company, TECO Ocean Shipping is the largest dry bulk ocean carrier operating under the U.S. flag. Today, TECO Ocean Shipping transports coal, phosphate, potash, corn, steel, soybeans, wheat, rice, sorghum, sugar and limestone to Central and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and Northern Europe, as well as to the east and west coasts of the United States. The company currently operates twelve oceangoing tug-barge units and three ships that range in size from 19,200 to 42,800 deadweight tons (DWT) and have a total shipping capacity of over 450,000 DWT. In addition, TECO Ocean Shipping barges are covered and compartmentalized to enable shippers the ability to transport one or more commodities on the same voyage. TECO Ocean Shipping operates several large self-unloading barges using a variety of systems. Vessels not equipped with self-discharging gear have sufficient clear deck space on board for truck cranes, vacuvators, bagging equipment, bobcats or tractors and other equipment. This gives TECO Ocean Shipping vessels the flexibility to handle the many types and volumes of cargo. TECO Ocean Shipping has set the pushing gear standard in the marine industry. The company uses the Artubar and Bludworth systems. With the Bludworth system, the tug is connected to the barge with hydraulics between the barge’s stern and tug’s bow. The Artubar system is similar, but the tug is attached to the barge by 70-inch diameter steel pins. Both systems increase the speed at sea to reduce weather sensitivity and enhance reliability of on-time delivery. With these systems, the units can travel farther before requiring additional bunkers. This means tug-barge units can travel distances previously only covered by ships. TECO Ocean Shipping has also set a standard for dedication to marine safety. TECO Ocean Shipping has gone beyond the minimum to qualify many of its vessels and its shoreside practices for the ISM, International Safety Management Code. This is an industry standard designed to prevent injury to personnel, damage to the environment and to property. TECO Ocean Shipping has also taken a leadership role in complying with the RCP, the Responsible Carrier Program. This is a national set of "best practices" designed by the American Waterways Operators to improve marine safety and environmental protection for inland and coastal towing industries. By its leadership in these programs, TECO Ocean Shipping offers a recognizable level of quality that our customers can count on. As part of the TECO Transport family, TECO Ocean Shipping has access to two sister companies which complete the TECO Transport water transportation network: TECO Bulk Terminal, the largest coal storage and transfer terminal on the Gulf Coast; and TECO Barge Line, an inland river-barge company.