Maritime Directory

Hong Kong (SAR),, China

The Company was formed in 1990 to provide a diverse range of Marine Consultancy and Survey services to International Clients with interests both in the Far East and elsewhere. Close liaison is maintained with the United Kingdom office of Andrew Moore & Associates (International) Ltd and our representative office in Shanghai. The principal consultants making up the firm provide Clients with a wide range of academic and industrial experience in the maritime fields, that allow detailed conceptualisation and resolution of Clients requirements due to the combined resources that are available. Non exclusive associations with various specialists allow the company to supplement its own resources and offer a full, comprehensive, service for most fields of marine activity. In addition to their extensive practical experience, both regional and world-wide, all our Consultants hold UK DTI Masters or senior engineering certificates of competency which, combined with additional academic qualifications, ensures that our Clients receive the highest standards of service in a cost efficient manner.

Hamburg/Germany 22761, Germany, Germany

Trading-Plattform - on- & offline for Electronic Navigational Charts (according to S 57 V 3.1 IHO), EC, Softwaresolutions, ENC-tools, worldwider delievery and support

Lewisville,, TX, United States

We specialise in independent insurance claims adjusting, appraisal and loss management services. Our mission is to deliver customer satisfaction through responsive claims resolutions. In addition to our traditional risk management and claims adjusting expertise, we now offer service solutions to handle high volume, low severity property claims. Our Customer Care Centre has dedicated client teams that provide a focal point for clients and policyholders, managing every aspect of an insured event to a satisfactory conclusion. In addition to our dedicated client programs, this new business model has proved beneficial in handling catastrophic events, as well, acting as the focal point of contact for all claims notifications. At the heart of this service is the use of technology to improve the speed, increase the efficiency and ultimately reduce the cost of the claim handling process.

Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom

Offering Deep Sea Pilotage in English Channel and North European waters

Detroit,, MI, United States

Welcome to Force Controls Force Controls, located in Detroit Michigan, is a leader in the world of industrial gage production. We specialize in precision gages for use in a wide variety of measuring applications. Some of our product features include: Unique, compact and rugged mechanical force measuring tools utilize sensing diaphragm technology. Long, virtually maintenance-free life. All moving parts are completely enclosed and protected, which reduces chances of environment contamination or tampering Slides, pivots or springs that wear are not used. No routine cleaning or adjusting is needed. Easy-reading dials - dials have bold numbers, with increments of 1% of scale. For greater resolution, 1/2% of scale increments are available. Versatility - gages can be used in any position. Threaded trunnions are available for direct mounting of fittings or tools to the cell.

New York,, NY, United States

The two product service lines that historically have helped maritime companies and self insured employers save millions of dollars has been, 1. Medical Nurse Case Management - where we receive notification of the injury claim within the first 24 hours and the nurse coordinates all the medical care advising our clients on the course of the medical portion of the claim. The benefits resulting in an earlier release to full duty or obtaining medical information early in the claim so that the employer or shipowner can be pre-warned if the injured party cannot go back to work or in the case of a passenger outlining and controlling reasonable rehabilitation costs. 2. On the back end of the claim there is Medical Bill Auditing, this is done by our Med-Check division, by nurses who review medical records, who search for CPT codes errors and look to alleviate any fraud or over exaggeration in medical billing. We audit all medical services of any kind in every state. The plaintiff attorneys in the U.S. along with a small portion of medical providers have been working together to escalate medical damages related to maritime accident claims. The Federal Jones Act and The Federal Long Shore Act does not limit liability awards on maritime claims and therefore it has become an arena for fraud and abuse. The maritime industry can defend against these claims with the proper use of medical cost containment services.

Seattle, WA, United States

Areas of Practice: + Admiralty/Maritime + Bankruptcy/Reorganizations/Workouts + International and Domestic Dispute Resolution + China law (Shanghai office) + Russian Law/Russian Investment + Cruise Ship Passenger Claims + Crew Claims + Asset Forfeitures/Government Enforcement Actions + Yacht Law + Political Asylum Law

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.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Piper Alderman specialises in transport and trade law

Buffalo, NY, United States

The Port of Buffalo, owned and operated by Gateway Metroport, ranks 28th amoung all U.S. seaports and seventh of the Great Lakes ports. Located at the eastern end of Lake Erie, it is 22 miles from Port Colborne, Ontario, the Welland Canal's terminus on Lake Erie, and is the first major U.S. port of call encountered on entering the Great Lakes. Its central location within 500 miles of the major population and distribution centers of the Northeast and North Central States, and within 500 miles of 75 percent of the Canadian population, makes it ideal for industry and distribution. The Port has excellent facilities: piers with 27 feet of water (Seaway standard depth) alongside, can accommodate seven vessels simultaneously. Two hundred acres located on or near deep water are set aside for bulk cargo storage; self unloaders and conventional bulk carriers can discharge and load while sheltered by the harbor breakwall. More and more shippers are taking advantage of the Port's excellent bulk distribution facilities. In addition to a number of heavy fork lift trucks, two portable conveyor belt systems and other modern material handling equipment, the Port recently acquired a 230 ton American crawler crane and a heavy duty front end loader. The crawler crane, when "married" to the Port's existing 50 ton LeTourneau gantry crane, offers dramatic lifting capability. The LeTourneau, with its lifting capacity of 50 tons at 40 feet, has the accessories: hook, bridle, electo-magnet, sling and spreaders, to move any type of cargo quickly and economically. Its high mobility enables it to serve both the general cargo and bulk piers. A highly mobile Kolberg conveyor system is also available. Foreign Trade Zone No. 23 is in operation at the Port and is just about at capacity. A satellite foreign trade zone has been opened near the Greater Buffalo International Airport and in Amherst. The Port of Buffalo is a member of the Council of Upstate Ports of New York, a forum for discussion and resolution of problems common to New York's upstate port; it played a leading role in forming the Port of Buffalo Users Group, a cooperative unit formed by local shippers for consolidation of cargoes and inducement of regularly scheduled steamship services. The history of the Gateway Port of Buffalo over the past decade has shown steady improvement and expansion of Port facilities. With the future expected to emphasize energy efficient transportation modes ever more strongly, the Gateway Port of Buffalo has great potential for playing a primary role in the Buffalo area economy in coming years.

Portsmouth, Rhode island, United States

REB Marine provides Marine Fuels & Lubricants recommendations regarding product selection & use including claim resolution documentd advice.

Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, United States

RMC specializes in production cost schedule controls, project management and dispute resolution services for owners, engineers, contractors, and suppliers in the design and construction of industrial facilities, ships, offshore drilling vessels.

Copenhagen K, Denmark

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