Maritime Directory

Sfax, Tunisia

As a shipping agent of several renowned shipowners ( liner operators or tramp carriers), STTAT is ready, through its shipping departments managed by young and professional specialists trained at university and mastering various foreign languages such as English, Italian, French, Spanish, etc , to provide any shipping company with inexpensive round the clock agency service, including mainly the following tasks : + Communication of estimated D/A to Owners/Charterers to pay port expenses in due time. +Arrangements for supplies, as well as tally and survey services whenever needed. + Berthing the vessel with the required celerity and notification of cargo arrival in port to importers in due time. + Regular communication of the daily reports, E.T.C., E.T.S., etc... to the principals. + Supervision of cargo handling operations and taking measures to speed them up. + Freight collection and transfer within the contract dates. + Receipt of original bill of lading from importers and issue of delivery orders. + Assistance of the vessel while at berth and information of the master about the rules and customs of the port.

New London, Connecticut, United States

The Thames Maritime Coalition is a diverse membership organization focused on the safety, security, environmental well-being, recreational uses, and commercial viability of the Thames River maritime community.

Buenaventura, Colombia

Suministros Generales Ltda. is a general ship supplier based in Buenaventura, Colombia, specializing in provisions, crew change, and cash to Master services.

Copenhagen,, Netherlands

A worldwide track record has gained Svitzerwijsmuller a reputation for marine mastery throughout the maritime and offshore industries.Our flexible and customer-oriented approach has helped us to become one of the world's largest marine service companies.

United States

TEPPCO Partners, L.P. is a publicly traded master limited partnership, which conducts business through various subsidiary operating companies. TEPPCO owns and operates one of the largest common carrier pipelines of refined petroleum products and liquefied petroleum gases in the United States; owns and operates petrochemical pipelines; owns and operates natural gas liquid pipelines; is engaged in crude oil transportation, storage, gathering and marketing; owns a 50 percent interest in Seaway Crude Pipeline Company and an undivided ownership interest in the Rancho and Basin Pipelines; and owns and operates a natural gas gathering system. Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Duke Energy Field Services, LLC, is the general partner of TEPPCO Partners, L.P.

Philippines

Constantza,, Romania

Alaska, United States

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

Malmö, Sweden

The World Maritime University is a global centre of excellence in maritime and ocean education, research, and capacity development, offering postgraduate degrees and professional courses recognized by the International Maritime Organization.

Houston, TX, United States

Thrustmaster of Texas, Inc. manufactures hydraulic and mechanical marine propulsion units. We have also developed a Portable Dynamic Positioning System (PDPS).

Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

A friendly, professional school offering a wide range of well proven navigation and sail training courses that meet the requirements of the Royal Yachting Association's (RYA) training scheme.

Istanbul, Turkey

For centuries maritime shipping has been overwhelmingly the dominant form of transportation for global trade. In marine transportation vessels are always expected to complete their voyages safely and without delay. Safety concerns in narrow waterways and ports are accentuated by the continuing increase in marine traffic. The attendant growth in cargo volume has likewise increased the scale of the potential hazards to life, property and the environment that could result from just one catastrophic marine accident. Human error has been identified as the key causal factor in marine accidents with a ratio that varies from 75% to 96% and that is 85% in average. These are the facts that make pilots and pilotage services the most important elements of safety in narrow waterways and ports. Due to their training for a specific area and their experience gained during everyday operations, pilots bearing ocean-going master licenses can minimize human errors almost to zero level. A comparison of the accident statistics between two areas, one where pilotage is compulsory and one where it is optional, unequivocally supports this.

Odessa, Ukraine, Ukraine

Our legally registered Crewing Company SEA BEE LANIMAR, Odessa, are on service to provide with Masters, Officers, Engineers and crewmembers for Cargo, Bulker, Reefer, Chemical, Container, Cruise, Fishery Vessels, Tanker, Tug/Barge, Oil rigs and other vessels.

United States

"This is a spellbinding and eloquent story of tragedy, courage and the triumph of one man determined to see that his shipmates did not die in vain. Frump is a master reporter, and his prose grabs you and doesn't let you go. Until the Sea Shall Free Them is in the finest traditions of literary and investigative journalism." Mark Bowden, author, "Black Hawk Down" "This is a story told with riveting intensity. Frump captures both the feel of the cruel sea and the determination of a group of individuals who worked together to fix a broken system. Until the Sea Shall Free Them is maritime journalism at its best." Paul Stillwell, US Naval Institute "...a masterfully told tale of corruption, survival and redemption...Combining elements of salty derring-do, courtroom drama and modern corporate morality tale, it makes Sebastian Junger's 1997 best seller The Perfect Storm read like child's play." Jim Haner, The Baltimore Sun

Valdez, AK, United States

The Ship Escort/Response Vessel System (SERVS) is a system that escorts oil tankers through Prince William Sound, Alaska, created after the Exxon Valdez oil spill to enhance tanker safety and environmental protection.

Australia

WaveMaster International Pty Ltd designs and supplies aluminium kit boats for DIY and professional builders, offering customisation, detailed construction plans, and ongoing support.

Wooster, OH, United States

A Wooster Products Catalog of anti-slip stair and walkway products. When you think safety - think Wooster Products.

Cape Canaveral, FL, United States