Maritime Directory

Surrey,, England,, United Kingdom

Launched in 1991, INTERSEC is published 10 times per year and addresses growing international problems of terrorism, drug trafficking, international policing issues, internal security, and computer/communications security. With current analytical features from a team of specialist contributors, backed by news and equipment pages, regular specialist supplements, INTERSEC is certainly essential reading.

Sandton City,, Sandton, South Africa

IQPC provides business executives around the world with tailored practical conferences, large scale events, topical seminars and in-house training programs, keeping them up-to-date with industry trends, technological developments and the regulatory landscape. IQPC’s large scale conferences are market leading “must attend” events for their respective industries.

London,, England,, United Kingdom

IQPC provides business executives around the world with tailored practical conferences, large scale events, topical seminars and in-house training programs, keeping them up-to-date with industry trends, technological developments and the regulatory landscape. IQPC’s large scale conferences are market leading “must attend” events for their respective industries.

D-28199 Bremen, Germany

A maritime conference looking into "Safe Navigation in the 21st Century - A Holistic Approach towards Operators Requirements on Technology, Operation and Personnel" taking place 19 - 21 September 2001 in Bremen, Germany

Glattbrugg, Switzerland

FIATA, a non-governmental organisation, represents today an industry covering approximately 40,000 forwarding and logistics firms, also known as the "Architects of Transport", employing around 8 - 10 million people in 150 countries. FIATA has consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (inter alia ECE, ESCAP, ESCWA), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), and the UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL). It is recognised as representing the freight forwarding industry by many other governmental organisations, governmental authorities, private international organisations in the field of transport such as the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the International Union of Railways (UIC), the International Road Transport Union (IRU), the World Customs Organization (WCO), the World Trade Organization (WTO), etc. In summary FIATA is the largest non-governmental organisation in the field of transportation. Its influence is worldwide.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Two-week martime training program for senior level maritime executives. Covers all facets of port planning and management. Instruction is in English.

London, London, United Kingdom

Lloyd's List events are the market leaders in Maritime Exhibitions and Conferences. Part of the informa group (www.informa.com).

Rotterdam, Netherlands

MARE FORUM, organisers of the influential Mare Forum conferences, specialises in conference management, project development and policy marketing. MARE FORUM's goal as a professional conference organisation is to bring together policy makers and chief executives of industry in a decisive dialogue and debate, where business strategy and policy-making for today and tomorrow's issues can be realised with optimal results. MARE FORUM has frequently created groundbreaking and progressive concepts, developing them into conferences on an international level, and drawing world-wide attention.The international conferences of MARE FORUM have attracted the active participation of governmental officers, policy makers and businessmen, and have resulted in the creation of new policy, effective networks and fresh perspectives of the future. MARE FORUM collaborates with a large scope of international organisations, and in the process of expanding its research and promoting new projects, maintains an active network of forward-thinking, high-level individuals in a range of sectors

Columbia, MD, United States

The Marine Technology Society was incorporated in June, 1963 to allow members of academia, government and industry to have a common forum for the exchange of information and ideas, and to "make real contributions in fostering progress in the marine sciences for the benefit of mankind". Early corporate members included General Dynamics, Raytheon and Oceanographic Engineering Corporation, among others. In its formative years, the Society developed its technical committees structure, a call for at least one annual conference, and peer-reviewed publications. Early Technological Committees included Underwater Photography, Marine Biology, Undersea Vehicles, Education and Careers in the Marine Sciences, Oceanographic Data and Information, Oceanographic Instrumentation, and Mineral Resources. Today, the Marine Technology Society boasts a membership of businesses, institutions, individual professionals, and students. The MTS Journal is published quarterly, and is considered among the most prestigious peer-reviewed journals in the marine technology and sciences community. The Society has four Technical Divisions, over twenty-five technical committees, and hosts several conferences yearly. We invite you to visit the Marine Technology Society's early years, 1963 through 1988, by reading The Marine Technology Society, Highlights of Twenty Five Years of Service. To view the pdf, click here. Throughout our history, the leadership and membership of the Society have come from diversified marine and ocean backgrounds. From Captains of Industry to Admirals in the Navy, the Marine Technology Society has provided a broad of services, supporting a vast array of professional needs.

175 61 P. Faliro - Athens, Greece

A full service marketing, promotion and consulting firm based in Piraeus/Athens – whether it is a marketing plan, promotion of products or services, circulation of news, direct mailing, creation of printed material or a website. Organiser of Marine Money Ship Finance Forums in Athens, Istanbul, Dubai and in Dublin.

New York, New York, United States

It is the mission of the Maritime Association of the Port of New York/New Jersey to serve the maritime community in the New York/New Jersey region by: monitoring and disseminating information about port and ship activity to its members and the public; acting as an advocate for the business interests of the harbor at the municipal, state and federal levels; and promoting the commerce of the port by publishing relevant materials and through business and issue-oriented conferences. The Association will uphold its long tradition of service to the maritime community by creatively and actively giving voice to the collective concerns of the membership. It affirms the proposition that the key to growth of commerce through this great port is a continuing fostering of partnership among the various individual elements that make up the maritime community in this port.

London, United Kingdom

Greece

Tulsa,, OK, United States

Noria Corporation is a primary source of information and training concerning engine and machinery lubrication and lubricants. Noria publishes magazines, books, papers and newsletters concerning the latest information and techniques in lubrication technology. Noria also conducts conferences and provides training programs and certifications in the field of lubrication. Noria has office in the USA, Latin-America, and the UK.

New York,, NY, United States

Partner with the Hellenic American Chamber of Commerce in organizing an annual ship conference, held in New York during the early part of February. Call for info on the 2003 conference.

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

Richardson, Texas, United States

Attending OTC .03 exposes industry executives, managers, engineers, operators, scientists, and students to the latest advancements and discoveries in the offshore industry. They can: • Discover new technologies • Establish international business relationships • Enhance business development • Find solutions to key issues in the offshore industry

London, United Kingdom

Overview Conferences organises regular annual conferences on the natural gas industry. They focus on the directions, which the gas industries in different regions and countries are taking. Our speakers are drawn from the top decision-making strata in the companies and organisations involved.

Frazer Town, Bangalore,, Karnataka State,, India

In today's fiercely competitive world of business, trade exhibitions, conferences and business meets have become important for organisations to promote their products and services. In addition to helping business entities realise their multiple objectives of brand building, promotion, introduction of products and services, these trade specific events provide various opportunities to network expand and explore new markets. PDA Trade Fairs (PDATF) is one of India's frontrunners in organizing technology focused niche events such as international trade expos, conferences and seminars in India and abroad. The PDA group is committed to deliver events of the highest standards in the industry, unmoved by the size of the project.

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Beginning in 2005 there will be a single trade fair in the Netherlands at which manufacturers and suppliers in the shipbuilding, dredging, merchant shipping, offshore, port administration, public authorities, international Rhine and inland navigation and professional fishery sectors of the maritime industry can present themselves. EUROPORT MARITIME 2005 will be held from 1 to 5 November 2005 at Ahoy’ Rotterdam. The fair programme will also include the CEDA Dredging Days, which will take place in Ahoy's conference area. The Ahoy’ organisation expects an increase in exhibition space of at least 20% in 2005 compared to the current edition, with further growth in 2007. For further information on how to participate, please contact Johan Teunisse, tel: +31 (0)10 293 32 07, e-mail: j.teunisse@ahoy.nl. The new website www.europortmaritime.nl will be online from mid-December 2004

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.

Colchester,, Essex,, United Kingdom

Founded in 1970, Seatrade is a well-established brand in the international maritime community. Its publications, events, management training, awards schemes and websites cover every aspect of maritime activity and are known and respected around the globe. Seatrade’s major strength is its ability to bring key shipping people together, encouraging innovation and facilitating better communication within the industry.

Sydney, NSW, Australia

The major focus of Shipping Australia, as a peak industry body, is both to promote and advance the interests of ship owners and shipping agents in all matters of shipping policy and safe ship operations. Shipping Australia’s members cover many of the major Australian and international ship owners, operators and agency companies involved in bulk, tanker, general cargo shipping, container, passenger and tramp trades, covering liner conference and independent services. Llew Russell - CEO Shipping Australia It also provides Secretariat services to the many liner companies and agencies that are members of conferences, consortia and joint services that have their agreements registered under Part X of the Australian Trade Practices Act. It is in a unique position to reflect the views of all shipping companies servicing the Australian trades and to effectively represent their needs. Shipping Australia keeps their members informed of developments affecting the industry and represents the industry on many committees involving governments, port authorities and other government and non-government bodies. It also has close working relationships with many organisations (both national and international) that work with or in support of the shipping industry. The membership includes many valued associate corporate members and individuals who provide services to shipping or have an interest in the activities of the industry. Shipping Australia also provides a forum for discussion and the exchange of information between members and other parties, researches and compiles data on the industry and maintains formal contacts between the industry, interest groups and the general public. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Objectives -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shipping Australia’s objectives are to influence government and other bodies to adopt policies that: Support and promote the development of a regulatory environment which supports the reliable supply of efficient shipping services. Implement and support actions taken which are aimed at reducing the costs of shipping services. Improve the quality of service to Australia’s exporters and importers. Expand the opportunities for shipping services focusing on world’s best practice and safe operating procedures. Raise the image and public perception of the shipping industry. Expand the information and databases of value to its members. Cooperate with all government and non-government organizations in the pursuit of these objectives. Ensure that any legislation/regulations adopted in Australia have a positive impact on shipping and are in accordance with Australia’s international obligations. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Benefits -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shipping Australia helps shape and promote the policies of the shipping industry in Australia and internationally. The exchange of information between members and the timely advice on developments that might impact on the industry is an invaluable service provided by Shipping Australia. While some issues are company specific and members may choose to handle them individually they know that Shipping Australia can offer them either administrative support or more broad based industry support from all members becoming involved through the committee process. However the savings that Shipping Australia are able to achieve for shipping companies of whatever type or nationality, amount to many millions of dollars and represent excellent value for all members. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contribution To The Australian Economy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shipping Australia represents an industry that makes a massive contribution to the Australian economy. It carries more than $155 billion worth of cargo in and out of Australia each year; It employs more than 14,000 people either at sea or onshore; It carries more than 150 thousand passengers each year; It carries more than 3 million containers (20 Foot Equivalent Units) every year; It carries more than 485 million tonnes of bulk cargo each year; and There are more than 22,000 ship visits to Australian ports each year