Maritime Directory

London, United Kingdom

The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers is a professional and learned society for members of the commercial shipping industry worldwide, providing globally recognised maritime qualifications and education.

Oslo, Norway

PURPOSES, OBJECTIVES, SCOPE OF WORK The aim of the forum shall be to promote the well-being of the Working Environment and Safety and Health for Seafarers as both individuals and as a collective group, in relation to or in compliance with relevant national and international rules and regulations in that respect. TARGET GROUP The forum is open to all involved in, and ensuring compliance with the regulations regarding Working Environment, Safety and Health, thus: Shipping companies, ship management companies, ship manning companies the seafarers: safety supervisors safety representatives members of safety committees and Seafarers unions and other relevant organisations. SCOPE OF WORK The scope of work is as defined by the national and international rules and regulations dealing with seafarers working environment, safety and health at work, as clearly expressed by the ISM Code's objectives, inter alias: Provide for safe practices in ship operation Provide for a safe working environment Establish safeguards against all identified risks The forum is founded upon the Major Rules and Regulations for Working Environment, Safety and Health at Work on board, mainly: The IMO's International Safety Management code ILOS Convention 147 (Merchant shipping minimum standards) ILO convention 178 (inspection of seafarers working and living conditions) Standards for safety and health at work applying to EU flagged ships The relevant sections of the STCW convention MEMBERS BENEFITS Frequent information on the subject Discount on seminars, literature, etc. The right to join our rating system for health, safety and working environment Access to members-section on www.HSEatSea.no (discussion board, useful information etc.) The forum shall not deal with matters as traditional union topics, wages and employments agreements, medical advice etc, but confine the scope of work to the relevant and above referred international regulations. COMMITTEE The forum is lead by a committee, consisting of professionals from different sections of the shipping industry. PRACTICAL INFORMATION All information will be sent to the members through e-mail and will also be published on the forums web-pages. You are welcome to contact us in our office-hours mon-fri 10.00 – 15.00.

Zurich 2, ZH, Switzerland

The International Union of Marine Insurance is a professional body run by and for its members. It provides an essential forum to discuss and exchange ideas of common interest and to protect and advance members' interests. It also provides through its worldwide communication network- a platform from which views on matters of concern to its members are disseminated to the marine and shipping industry, International Organisations and international media. IUMI has a unique status in the world of marine insurance, whose members are dedicated to expand trade and to enter emerging markets.

Turkey

Redhill,, Surrey, United Kingdom

Lloyd's Register - Fairplay is a leading independent provider of information for the shipping industry. Our range of printed products includes magazines, books and directories. Electronic data services include CD-Roms, Internet services and a variety of specialist software and data packages. Our publishing policy is to provide news, analysis and data in whichever media is best suited to the needs of our clients throughout the shipping industry. Editorially we strive to achieve excellence in every area of our activities.

London, United Kingdom

LSLC, The Maritime Business Forum, is a specialist centre of excellence for the advancement of shipping law and maritime business. It pioneered maritime risk management education and promotes ‘quality shipping’. It brings together professionals from the practice of maritime law, maritime commerce, the judiciary, academia, maritime organisations, as well as students, for knowledge exchange, development of professional skills and business. Being an Industry Forum, it is funded by the shipping industry through membership or event fees and sponsorships. Its members range across the board of the sectors of the industry.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Marbid.com is a leading provider of business-to-business e-commerce solutions for the shipping industry. Open only to shipping businesses, Marbid.com has developed a proprietary online bidding system. Our virtual online marketplace enables eligible buyers and sellers to find the most desirable prices for the purchase or sale of new and used vessels, equipment, supplies and services.

Key Largo,, FL, United States

We use our technology expertise and our experience in the shipping industry to address the needs of companies in the oil and maritime space. We have experience developing technology platforms to enable companies to conduct their business processes more efficiently. Marine Consultants Corp provides solutions which streamline and modernize the shipping logistics management process. MCC helps charterers, ship and barge owners, inspection companies, ship agents, terminal operators and ship brokers in their day to day activities.Our solutions allow companies to reduce operating expenses, enhance decision-making powers and improve and simplify communication. Members of Marine Consultants Corp have extensive experience in the oil, maritime and technology industries, implementing technology solutions to assist companies dealing with the logistics of oil tranportation.

London, United Kingdom

MaritimeData was formed in 1998 to develop a new Internet based information service for the maritime industry. In June 1999 the company was acquired by Strategic Software offering their client base, and the shipping industry as a whole, an internet based information service. MaritimeData's services are based on data compiled from expert sources, all of whom are specialists in their field. Details of our data source partners. The service has been developed by MaritimeData's own team of IT personnel who have extensive experience in the Maritime Industry. MaritimeData strives to be new and unique - exploiting the latest technology the product is regularly enhanced with additional data and functionality.

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.

Solli, Oslo, Norway

Norse Bunker AS is a Norwegian company specializing in the supply of marine fuels and lubricants, serving the shipping industry from Solli, Norway.

Houston, Tx, United States

North American Shipping Agencies is dedicated to providing quality services to the shipping industry through specialized, individualized attention utilizing its vast experience, technology and resources in the international maritime industry.

Limassol, Cyprus

A boutique shipowning and shipmanagement company with nearly 189 years of global operation, managing a strong multipurpose fleet with fuel efficient operations and quality commitment.

Ellerbek, Germany

A boutique shipowning and shipmanagement company with nearly 189 years of global operation, managing a strong multipurpose fleet with fuel efficient operations and quality commitment.

Colombo - 02, Sri Lanka

ShipWeb.com is a web-based platform offering specialized advertising solutions for the shipping and logistics industry, connecting businesses with targeted maritime professionals.

Charlotte,, N.C., United States

P.J. Murray Associates, Inc. is a maritime services company based in Charlotte, United States, providing specialized support to the shipping industry.

Apapa GRA, Lagos, Nigeria

A well established company for over 25 years in the shipping industry. Been owners of 8 Tankers trading in West Africa we know the needs of a Ship and the requirements of a Shipowner

L/o Luqa,, Malta

Polidano Brothers Ltd. is a Maltese company based in L/o Luqa, providing services in the maritime and shipping industry.

Piraeus, Greece

As a result of 27 years dynamic presence in the marine business, our company is responding today to the high requirements of the shipping industry, by cooperating with top quality production companies all over the world. Our products are frozen and fresh provisions, dry goods, packed and canned provisions, according(conforming) to International Food Safety and Hygiene Standards. We also offer consumables for deck, engine and cabin, as well as specialized products, for the use of all kinds of vessels.

Kingston, Jamica W.I.

The Port Authority of Jamaica is a statutory corporation responsible for regulating and developing Jamaica's ports and shipping industry, owning major port facilities including Kingston Transshipment Port and cruise terminals.

Oslo, Norway

Premiere Group Norway is a Bulgarian/Norwegian company engaged with all kinds of services to the shipping industry. Offices in Oslo, Norway, and Varna, Bulgaria.

Colombo 2, Sri Lanka

We are a professional Shipping company offering all types of Agency services to Liner principals / Tramp operators/ Charterers and other ancillary services to the Shipping Industry. OPL Launch services at Port of Galle and Colombo is another speciality of ours.

Redmont, WA, United States

RedBow Industries is a maritime services company based in Redmont, United States, providing specialized solutions for the shipping industry.

United Kingdom

Press and public relations consultants specializing in shipping and related services industries.

Glanmire, County Cork, Ireland

Roger Overall Maritime Photography specialises in images of today's commercial shipping industry. We are able to provide you with stock pictures and tailor-made photography for use in magazines, websites, corporate literature and exhibition stands.