Maritime Directory

San Diego, CA, United States

State of the art sheet metal fabricator located in San Diego, CA. Utilizing lean manufacturing processes, state of the art equipment and a talented workforce.

Phildelphia,, PA, United States

RAWLE & HENDERSON is a medium-sized law firm engaged in civil defense litigation and trial practice. The firm is devoted to meeting the needs of the new millennium, continuing an unbroken tradition of service over three centuries. Founded as the Rawle Law Offices in 1783, we have been recognized as the oldest law firm in continuous practice in the United States.

St. John's, NL, Canada

Represented worldwide, Rutter Technologies Inc. is a global marine technology enterprise focused on the business of accelerating cost effective access to innovative 21st century marine technology solutions that improve the efficiency and safety of maritime operations. Key divisions are involved in product development and marketing, systems engineering and manufacturing. For more information go to www.ruttertech.com

San Casciano Val di Pesa, Florence, Italy

Rutter Technologies, a member of the ConPro Group of Companies, is a global multi technology company specializing in data recording with offices in Europe and a worldwide distribution network.

Roissy Ch De Gaulle,, Cedex, France

S.E.M.T. Pielstick ensures the design, manufacturing, sale and after-sales service of 4-stroke high and medium-speed Diesel engines ranging from 500 to 26 500 kW.

Constantza,, Romania

Santierul Naval Constanta SA is one of Europe's largest shipyards specializing in newbuildings, ship repairs, and conversions, with expertise in medium range products and chemical tankers.

Dongyodong,, Mapogu Seoul,, South Korea

We create and supply software for vaious marine transportation operations and functions. In the maritime industry, the level of computerization is very low compared with other industries. We found that developing maritime software can help many workers to do their job more conveniently and efficiently. Our staff members have substantial experience both in the information technology business and the maritime industry to develop innovated maritime working tools. We will provide specialized maritime software to support your job more effectively. We are focusing on small & medium size of maritime companies, which are eager to improve their working condition with Information Technology, but are short of enough funds. Our products will not impose heavy financial burden on our clients. We are providing them with very competitive price and They are so convenient programs, which will improve client's working condition very highly.

Ft. Lauderdale, FL, United States

"Environmentally Responsible SPURS Line and Net Cuter Systems is meeting the challenge by preventing oil seal damage from line and net intrusion in the seal and bearing area of medium and large vessles. Since the Oil Pollution act of 1990 (imposing heavy penalties for oil leaks), the US Coast Guard has been ordered to advise vessels that " the source of the leak must be immediately secured." Whether long line, drift netting, floating tow lines or dock lines, SPURS propeller mounted Large and Medium Vessel Line and Net Cutter is designed to cut away lines, nets, etc. before entanglement begins. This minimizes costly diving charges, bearing the seal damage, and idle dry-dock time. As line is grabbed by the propeller, it is wound toward the propeller hub and picked up by the rotating cutter blade, where it is instantly cut, forward to reverse, and washed away, clearing the propeller with each revolution.

Kathmandu,, Nepal

The First ISO 9001:2000 Certified Freight Forwarding company in Nepal See our website for our offices in Japan and the USA. Starlight Express offers additional services that other companies do not. A small, friendly and efficient company that understands the needs of the exporter or importer, be they small, medium or large. The president of the company has over 15 years experience in the freight business and customs, including experience gained by manufacturers and buyers. Further, the president is a member of NEFFA (Nepal Freight Forwarders Association, FNCCI (Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce & Industry), NCC (Nepal Chamber of Commerce), FAPAA (Federation of Asia Pacific Air Cargo Association), IFCBA (International Federation of Customs Brokers Association), and ITACA (The International Air Cargo Association). Starlight Express offers its clients the following services from anywhere in the world. o Consolidating of goods in the originating country at several locations. o Export packing of goods. o Export documentation assistance. o Shipping to all over the world via Air freight, Sea freight, and Air-Sea freight. o Custom Clearance facilities airports all over the world. o Warehousing facilities o Holding of goods for re-exportation. o Distribution through out the world. o Shipping of goods and other services as detailed, from any point in the world to any other point of the world. o World wide network of Freight Agents.

Vancouver,, B.C., Canada

Teekay Shipping is a leader in the medium-sized oil tanker industry, providing commercial management, fuel services, and full-service lightering and ship-to-ship services.

London, United Kingdom

Formation IFSMA was formed in 1974 by Eight European Shipmasters' Associations to unite the World's serving Shipmasters into a single professional co-ordinated body. It is not a trade union. It is a non-profit making, apolitical organisation dedicated solely to the interest of the serving shipmaster. Over 8000 Shipmasters from more than 40 Countries are affiliated to IFSMA either through their National Associations (36) or as Individual Members (55). Purpose IFSMA is a Federation established to uphold International Standards of Professional Competence for Seafarers commensurate with the need to ensure Safe Operational Practices, Preservation from Human Injury, Protection of the Marine Environment and Safety of Life and Property at Sea. IMO Status IFSMA was Granted Consultative Status at IMO in 1975. This Consultative Status enables the Federation to represent the views and protect the interests of the serving Shipmasters unfettered and unfiltered either by National Governments or by Labour Organizations. To enable IFSMA to function effectively at IMO, it is represented in the Four Main Committees (MSC-MEPC-LEG-FAL) by the General Secretary and a team of former Shipmasters who also attend the Nine Sub-Committees (BLG - COMSAR - DE - DSC - FP - FSI - NAV - SLF - STW). When needed serving Shipmasters provide additional expertise in the various Working and Drafting Groups. IMO Involvement Top of Page IFSMA provided a Consultant to assist in the Comprehensive Review and Revision of the 1978 STCW Convention, and actively participated in the Joint ICAO/IMO Group of Experts on the Harmonization of Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue. IFSMA also sat on the Steering Committee on Ro-Ro Ferry Safety which supervised the work of the Panel of Experts and made recommendations to MSC 65. This was without cost to IMO and was, for some two years an additional commitment to our normal work of representing Shipmasters' views on this International Platform. IMO Missions Top of Page IFSMA has now provided TWO MARITIME SPECIALISTS, each forming part of an IMO NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND PROGRAMMING TEAM within the framework of IMO's Integrated Technical Co-Operation Programme (ITCP). The first Mission was to Bulgaria (Black Sea) in December 1995 and the second Mission was to Ukraine and Georgia (CIS/Eastern Europe) in January/February 1996. IMO Studies Top of Page IFSMA prepared papers on the safety of double-hull tankers for both IMO and the USCG when discussions on this subject were at their peak in 1991. It submitted with IMPA a Joint Paper on Bridge Information Display to NAV38 and, with the Government of the Bahamas, it amended Towing Guidelines which had been proposed earlier in 1992 by Germany. In 1993 IFSMA devised a Bulk Carrier Ship-Shore Checklist for MSC62 and submitted a BESMA Paper on Quality Management in Seafarers' Training to STW25. IMO Papers Top of Page In 1994 IFSMA submitted 12 separate Papers on various aspects of Loading and Unloading Bulk Cargoes for the attention of BC33. These produced four MSC Circulars. At the end of 1995 IFSMA, Co-Sponsored by ICS and ICFTU, submitted a paper on Black Sea Search and Rescue to COMSAR 1 while a second paper on amendments to the IMOSAR and MERSAR Manuals was submitted jointly by ICS and IFSMA. A comprehensive ACOMM Technical Paper on Modifications to the Freeboard and Stability Rules of medium sized ships will be submitted to IMO in the Spring of 1996 for discussion at SLF 40 in September this year. IMO and IFSMA Objectives Top of Page IFSMA is a strong supporter of IMO in its quest for safer shipping and cleaner oceans. It is the desire of The Federation to assist IMO in achieving a truly global implementation and rigorous enforcement of its International Treaties so that there is no need for any Country to resort to Regulatory Measures on either a National or a Regional basis. IFSMA has much approved of the Secretary-General's initiative to speed up Entry into Force and Amendment procedures, and continues to fully support his initiatives for a thorough and comprehensive review of Bulk Carrier Safety and Ro-Ro Ferry Safety in all their aspects. Policy Top of Page IFSMA has long held the firm belief that Shipowners and Ship Management Companies should hold a Safety Management Document of Compliance issued by the Flag State Administration before being permitted to operate ships, that increased scrapping of antiquated and sub-standard ships should be speeded up, and that world wide regional Port State Control is now top priority. In particular there should be a total ban, effective world wide, on the re-registration of ships for commercial trading once they have been sold for scrap and demolition. Shipmasters Defined Top of Page IFSMA defines Shipmasters as those who are in possession of an Internationally recognised Certificate of Competency, issued by the Government of an established Maritime Nation who are serving or have previously served, in Command of Seagoing Ships whether or not engaged upon International or Domestic Trade. Shipmaster's Status in IFSMA Top of Page Once a man has risen to the rank of Shipmaster he is forever entitled to belong to IFSMA and there is no requirement in our Statutes for the periodic revalidation of his Certificate of Competency (as there is in the STCW Convention). But if he were to lose his licence due to negligence, incompetence, or misconduct then he would no longer qualify for membership of the Federation. Other Organisations Top of Page Trade Unions, National Associations, Professional Institutes and Learned Societies are all equally welcome as Shipmasters Organizations in affiliation with IFSMA and there is no distinction made between them. 21st March 1996

Hubbard,, OR, United States

The Ulven Companies are committed to providing you with quality, cost effective products.... on time. Our customers come in all sizes - small, medium and large - and they all get the same superior service

Faliro,, Hellas, Greece

Tsakos Energy Navigation Ltd (TEN) is one of the largest transporters of energy in the world and controls a versatile fleet of modern crude and product tankers with strong ice-class capabilities. With a fleet of 50 vessels (46 operational and 4 under construction) TEN provides worldwide marine transportation services to state and international oil majors and refineries under long, medium and short-term charters. TEN operates one of the youngest fleets in the world with an average age of 5.9 years, compared to the world’s average of 9.9 years. TEN ’s newbuildings are expected to be delivered between Q3 2009 and Q2 2010 and the resulting fleet will include 25 crude carriers and 24 product tankers, 23 of which can operate in ice-class environments, that together with the company’s first LNG carrier will further enhance TEN ’s position in international seaborne trades. TEN Limited is incorporated in Bermuda, managed out of Athens Greece, and listed in the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol TNP, and in the Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX) under the symbol TEN.

Oslo,, Norway

Waterfront Shipping AS is a medium sized shipping company. The company's main area of business is within the clean product carrier segment, where the company is involved with LR (long range) product tank vessels.

Framingham,, MA, United States

World-Link Communications, Inc. provides communication services and solutions to the merchant marine industry. Our clients are owners, managers and operators of small and medium merchant vessel fleets.