Maritime Directory

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.

Portland, Maine, United States

SMS is a leading provider of effective compliance solutions to the maritime and transportation network. SMS assists clients with the implementation and continuity of compliance programs relating to safety, security, quality and environmental rules, regulations and guidelines.

Stamford,, CT, United States

Sempra Energy Trading (SET) is one of the world's largest traders of oil, natural gas and power. Its 800 clients includes virtually every major energy company in North America. The amount of natural gas traded by the company on a typical day equates to about one-half of all the daily consumption in both the United States and Canada. The company is located at 58 Commerce Road, Stamford, CT 06902 with additional offices in San Diego, Houston, Los Angeles, Calgary, Toronto, London, Dusseldorf and Oslo. Sempra Energy Trading is wholly owned and guaranteed by Sempra Energy [NYSE: SRE], a "Fortune 500" energy services company with assets of $16 billion and a straight A rating by S&P. Among Sempra Energy’s many affiliates are San Diego Gas & Electric Company and Southern California Gas Company. Sempra Energy has the largest U.S. utility customer base with over 6 million meters. For further information, see our web site at www.sempratrading.com.

Williamsport, PA, United States

e-Maritime provides essential industry-specific federal regulatory information in a fully integrated and searchable reference database. It consists of the following CFR titles, in whole or in part; 19, 29, 30, 33, 35, 40, 46, 47, 49 and 50, and United States Code (USC) Titles, plus Coast Guard forms and guidance documents.

Oslo, Norway

SIS provides software and services for fleet and ship/rig management.

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.

New York, NY, United States

TRADEPAQ provides rules based documentation and settlement automation solutions that help companies get paid faster, increase capital efficiency, decrease fulfillment lead times, and reduce operating costs.

White Plains,, NY, United States

ShipManager is an integrated ship maintenance and management solution for the global maritime indutry, encompassing all aspects of asset management and preservation. ShipManager has a modular architecture, with 9 different modules answering specifically shipping companies' needs. Each module can be used both in the office and on board your fleet, and can be sold as part of ShipManager or as a stand-alone product.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

TerraSeis -Software to efficiently manage and display your seismic data. A modular, Windows-based application developed for seismic data management with geographically accurate viewing and mapping. Links line parameters, storage catalogue, QI tracking, AFE creation/tracking, document scanning/auto-indexing, data cleanup, and a powerful searching tool. Mapping may include any desired client data layer (wells, culture, land, etc.) for domestic or international data

Fairfax, VA, United States

The Cornell Group is a management consulting firm providing Privatization assistance, Port Planning, Institutional and Regulatory Restructuring, Economic Restructuring, Investment Planning and Infrastructure Development advice to senior management in the Port, Waterways, Aviation, Rail and Intermodal Transportation Industries.

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

Miami Lakes, Florida, United States

QuikDOCK Maritime Software. Enter and clear vessels, crew, and cargo fast with QuikDOCK, and provide timely notifications to all parties. DOWNLOAD QUIKDOCK FROM OUR WEB SITE!

Copenhagen K, Denmark

Ship managers, ISM certified for oil and chemical tankers, Tanker operators.

First Floor,33/34 Rathbone Place, London,, United Kingdom

ESS owns and operates the ESS-Databridge™ eDocs Exchange which guarantees instant delivery of legally effective original electronic trade and shipping documents, from certificates and receipts to documents of title.

Gulfport,, LA, United States

Welcome to United States Marine, Incorporated. The company was founded in 1971 and originally built World Class racing sailboats with outstanding success. Since 1987, United States Marine, Inc. has designed and built military, patrol and special operations boats ranging in length from 21 feet to 82 feet, constructed of high performance composites or aluminum. We are a fully integrated manufacturer capable of designing, building, and testing boats in house. Tom Dreyfus, CEO Shawn Killeen, President United States Marine, Inc. has become the premier builder of high-performance, special mission capable boats for military and other agency use. USMI takes pride in our total service commitment by delivering the most capable and rugged boats to our customers, followed by unprecedented support after delivery. USMI is located on Bayou Sauvage in New Orleans, Louisiana. Five buildings provide space for lamination, welding, electrical, outfitting, upholstery, and painting. Climate-controlled warehousing, administrative and engineering offices, meeting rooms and customer offices are located on-site. The yard has extensive launching and dockage capabilities. Bayou Sauvage connects to the Intracoastal Waterway and Lake Pontchartrain providing riverine type environments as well as varying water conditions for trials and training. The Gulf of Mexico is nearby and is used for open water testing. Our full service extends beyond our doors. United States Marine, Inc. delivers not only boats, but also full documentation , integrated logistical support, familiarization training, maintenance training, repair, and retrofit. We are committed to support you, our customer, for the lifetime of our boats, from cradle to grave. We design and build our boats for one purpose: Total Performance and Reliability. We take pride in all our work to deliver boats that are fully mission capable; boats that deliver performance and reliability in the most extreme conditions for the most demanding users:

Kristiansand, Norway

Valero offers effective learning aids. Valero AS develops learning aids which meet today’s requirements for results and cost. The most popular learning aids mediate theory in a shorter period of time, are independent of location and offer a completely different range of educational tools to those offered by an instructor. These learning aids are often called e-learning. We are 5 employees with a combined total of over 35 years’ experience in the production of learning aids. Some examples of our learning aids are: Interactive multimedia-based learning programs in a variety of formats (CD-R, DVD, Internet-based) Training video (VHS, DVD) Course documentation (course folders, illustration series, slides) Course manuscripts (course material for instructors) User documentation (user manuals, reference works) Our aim is to develop good learning aids within a variety of price groups, which each achieve their maximum potential in terms of learning effect and cost-saving.

New York, NY, United States

Vanuatu Maritime Services Ltd is a privately held Vanuatu company operating under contract to the Vanuatu government as the Maritime Administrator. VMSL operates the central registry office and handles all details of vessel registration, mortgage recordation, crew documentation, and all matters relating to safety and proper vessel inspection and documentation.

Germany

Volkswerft Stralsund GmbH is a historic shipbuilding company in Stralsund, Germany, documenting decades of shipbuilding heritage and serving maritime industry interests.

Vancouver,, BC, Canada

Western Pulp Limited manages the manufacturing, marketing, sales administration, documentation, transportation, and distribution of pulp products worldwide.

Stamford, CT, United States

SHIP DESIGN REVIEW, NEW CONSTRUCTION, CONVERSIONS AND REPAIRS: Contract Plans and Specifications, Contract Negotiations, Plan Approval, Purchase Specifications, Coordination of Inspection, Resident Shipyard Supervision, Sea Trials and Tests. We offer specific experience in ship designs of tankers, storage tankers, bulk carriers, oil/bulk/ore, container ships, dredges, self-unloaders, yachts and small commercial vessels as well as other specialized vessels and shipyard design. MARKETING AND PROFITABILITY STUDIES: Economic Analysis, Financing,Brokerage. SHIP CONDITION SURVEYS, CLASSIFICATION RECORD REVIEWS; Evaluation of Ship Condition Prior to Purchase, Specifications and Cost Estimates for Required Repairs or Service, Identification of Recurring Problems or Potential Trouble Spots, Supervision and Port Engineering. NAVAL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES:Structural Design, Stability, Hydrodynamics, Model Testing, Computer Studies, Speed and Powering, Mooring Analysis. CONSULTING TO ADMIRALTY COUNSEL: Analysis of Legal Documents for Preparation of Briefs, Presentation of Opinion and Expert Testimony. Member Society of Maritime Arbitrators, Inc., NY and Arbitrator for the New York Stock Exchange, appearance in state and federal court and arbitrations as expert. SHIPYARD REPRESENTATION: Worldwide:see <http://www.weswheeler.com/shipyard.html>Shipyards Represented... SURVEYOR

Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Professional translation services for all your import/export documentation and more.