Maritime Directory

Colebrook,, CT, United States

Since 1990, Admiralty Associates has provided public affairs assistance for more than 30 marine casualties worldwide - in such varied locations as the Strait of Malacca, Tampa Bay, Panama Canal, New York Harbor, Gulf of Oman, Corpus Christi, Oslo Fjord, Galveston Lightering Area and the Delaware River. The casualties include oil and chemical spills, cruise ship fires as well as a mutiny off the western coast of Australia. Often shipping companies are caught off balance by the intense and frequently hostile media attention that follows a marine casualty. Government authorities are forced to react to public opinion that is not balanced by an articulate and convincing public response from the shipowner. This could result in stringent enforcement, excessive penalties and even criminal charges. However, waiting for a casualty to occur and then trying to decide on a media strategy is too late. It is necessary to have a contingency plan - including how to respond to the media - before a casualty. Following a high-profile incident, the objective of the operator's response is to resolve the problem, limit liability, effectively influence the claims process, and protect the company's reputation and stay in business. Public relations is one of the tools that can be employed to achieve these goals. The media does not tell the public what to think. Rather, the media - just by reporting events - directs the public what to think about. Therefore, it is essential that a shipping company effectively communicates to the public - to all of its key target audiences - its version of what occurred and what the company is doing to resolve the problem.

Alexandria,, Virginia, United States

The American Association of Port Authorities represents more than 140 public port authorities in the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. In addition, the Association represents over 250 sustaining and associate members, firms and individuals with an interest in seaports of the Western Hemisphere.

Vika, Oslo,, Norway

Welcome to SKULD Assuranceforeningen Skuld provides Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance to shipowners and charterers all over the world. Its purpose is to "offer mutual insurance against third-party liabilities and losses incurred in direct connection with the operation of the entered vessels." The Club also offers Freight, Demurrage and Defence (FDD) cover to its members. Established in 1897 in Oslo, Norway, some 50 % of the tonnage entered in the Association is still Scandinavian-controlled, reflecting the club’s traditional balance between Scandinavian and non-Scandinavian business. Its other important markets are most Western European countries, Russia, Singapore, China incl. Hong Kong and USA. With its established and strong position in "mature" markets such as Norway and Denmark, the largest growth potential is currently in Greece and Asia. In addition to its head office in Oslo, Skuld has offices in Copenhagen, Bergen, Piraeus and Hong Kong. World-wide, the organisation has a staff of some 135 members, all employed directly by the Association. The Club can also draw on an extensive network of correspondents - such as the New York-based Anchor Marine, established in 1998 as an exclusive correspondent for Skuld, which assists the Club in the large number of US-related matters. As a mutual association, the Club is owned and controlled directly by its members. The President & CEO reports to the Board of Directors. The Rules of the Association specifies the division of powers between the President & CEO, the Board of Directors, the Committee and the Annual General Meeting. In 2000, Skuld was reorganised through the establishment of a total of nine syndicates, each with an overall responsibility for one or more geographical markets. A separate energy syndicate, based in Oslo and in charge of global operations in the energy field, was also established. Skuld is one of thirteen members of the International Group of P&I Clubs which work closely together in reinsurance and other matters of common interest. In August 2001, Skuld entered into a strategic partnership with Royal & SunAlliance which i.a. has an extensive, world-wide portfolio in Hull & Machinery insurance. Initially, the two partners will offer a joint one policy fixed premium cover for vessels up to 3000 GT, and seek to co-ordinate the activities of their technical departments. Other areas of co-operation are likely to follow suit.

Gijon (Asturias), Spain, Spain

In the north of Spain, in the middle point of the Cantabrian sea coast, the Port of Gijón is the ideal gateway to Europe, allowing direct access to the western and centre of the Iberian Peninsula. Gijón is an excellent logistic platform for companies in its hinterland. The A-66 Madrid-Asturias highway and the Cantabrian highway ensure that goods are transported fast to and from the industrial areas of Valladolid, Madrid, the Basque Country, Lisbon and Oporto, among others. The port has all the necessary services and infrastructure for railway transport with a direct connection to the national railway net, RENFE, as well as a TECO station, container terminal, with a daily link to the European combined transport network. The Port of Gijón is the leader in the Spanish dry bulk traffic, the sixth in the general ranking of Spanish ports and the fourth in benefits. It is equipped with the most advanced installations, adequate and suitable for any traffic.

Temple Hills,, MD, United States

Fuel Injectors, diesel pumps, B & D Fuel Injection Service is the outstanding east coast operation for diesel pumps, diesel and gas injectors, and turbochargers.

Tallinn, Estonia

BLRT GRUPP AS is a reliable partner in Baltic Region. Multi-profile concern with good experience in building and repair of vessels different of a kind has one shipyard in Tallinn (Estonia) and another in Klaipeda (Lithuania). Tallinn Shipyard and Western Shipyard have modern yard facilities, which provide a 24 hour service seven days a week. Repair berths are equipped with necessary facilities such as fresh water, electricity, gas oxygen, compressed air and steam, cranes. All works, ordered by the customer could be carried out according to LR, ABS, DNV, GL BV, Russian Register's requirements. Tallinn Shipyard has been a leading shipyard since 1912. Two harbours with 2 km of quays are equipped with a draft up to 7.5 m. There is an unic slip with 11 slipways in the yard, including 2 indoors slipways to build and repair ships up to 70 meters length.

New York, NY, United States

BanxCorp, through its BanxQuote marketplace, provides daily market rates on deposits and loans from financial institutions in all fifty states and Washington, DC, with state-by-state, regional, and national composite benchmarks. The services are available through a proprietary website and a syndicate of co-branding partnerships with news services and financial institutions. BanxCorp also licenses its proprietary data and financial applications to third parties. Whether you are seeking better loan rates, sensible investments with steady returns, or working capital for your small business, we can help you.

Warren, RI, United States

Design, construction and repair of workboats, cruise vessels, dinner boats, etc. to a maximum length of 250 ft.(80 m.)

Vancouver,, British Columbia, Canada

The Chamber of Shipping has proudly served the international shipping industry community in British Columbia since 1923. The Chamber is a forum for the gathering, developing and disseminating of information both to the membership and shipping communities around the world. Information relating to new developments in shipping services, government legislation as well as alternative services and opportunities in trade, commerce, or education are handled by the Chamber and its dedicated committees. Established as a non profit society in 1923, The Chamber of Shipping of British Columbia provides its services to three categories of members. 'Full Members' are drawn from the ship owners, operators and agents, representing the foreign flag international deep sea segment of the B.C. shipping community. Associate or Service Membership is offered to other entities which see value in a close relationship with the Chamber. The Chamber has 140 members, in total. The objects define a role of facilitation and interaction, in the interests of members, with all levels of government and the wider marine community. The President, Staff and Board of Directors are all actively involved in the work of the Chamber in fulfilling its mandate. This is achieved through their involvement in standing and adhoc committees devoted to key topics, for example,Ship and Port Operations, Navigation and Pilotage, Cruise, Liner, Legislation etc. The facilitation role is further exemplified through the Chamber's role in the registration of vessels under the Canadian oil spill regulations. The Chamber has also spearheaded the formation of an informal coalition, The Western Marine Community (WMC), with the aim of ensuring an equitable regional apportionment of the Coast Guard's cost recovery program.

Haugesund, Norway

Bauer Hydraulics is located in Haugesund, on the western coast of Norway. Bauer Hydraulics produces an extensive range of high pressure hydraulic equipment for the shipbuilding sector as well as for offshore and land based industry.

New York, NY, United States

Russia: All 89 Regions Trade & Investment Guide is the most complete compilation of economic data for all regions of Russia. A functional, subscription-based research resource, The Guide consists of a family of products: a soft cover book, a CD-ROM and updates. Resolving the current difficulty in sourcing information about Russia's vast regions: what they are, what they produce, what they can sell and what they seek to buy, what investment opportunities the regions offer, The Guide meets the information needs of business communities, governments and academic circles throughout the world. With opening statements by Mr. Sergey Mironov, Chairman of the Federation Council; Mr. Mr. James D. Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank; United States Secretary of Commerce, Mr. Donald L. Evans; Mr. Jerry Jasinowski, President of the US National Association of Manufacturers and Mr. Arkady Volski, President of RSPP, the Guide's publishing date is set for November 2003. Russia: All 89 Regions Trade and Investment Guide offers a unique collection of data, retrieved directly from local administrations and governments, and reviewed and verified through government agencies. To meet western standards, the information is structured and re-edited by independent professionals with Western expertise. The Guide's unparalleled content coverage offers the business community practical, factual, up-to-date, region-specific information on markets, sources of supply, trade opportunities, operating conditions, investment projects, legal and tax environment, current economic conditions, and risks. Academia gains a reference source for essential economic and demographic information on every Russian region - unavailable until today.

Calcutta, India, India

Calcutta port started operations in 1870. It was initially designed by the then British Government in line with the Port of London, to take care of its business and colonial interest. Despite innumerable odds faced by the port since its inception, it used to enjoy a premier position amongst the major ports of India and accounted for nearly 50% of the sea-borne trade till independence. However, with the rapid industrialisation in Western India concomitant to gradual deterioration of the industrial sector in Eastern India, the glory of this grand port has been outstripped. Calcutta port, the only riverine major port in India has two docking arms the Calcutta Dock System (CDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC). CDS with its impounded docking arrangement, is located within Calcutta city and connected to Bay of Bengal through 156 nautical miles long navigational channel through river Hooghly. The Hooghly channel, longest ever riverine waterway used by ocean-going vessels, is infamous for its traps, siltations and known to maritime world as one of the highly unpredictable and risky navigational route. HDC is located at the bank of river Hooghly and Haldi, has started operations in 1968 as a satellite port of CDS. It also operates through impounded docking arrangement due to low river draft. The port serves to a vast hinterland, which includes states of West Bengal, Bihar, Orissa, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, states of North-East India and the two land-locked nations of Nepal and Bhutan. Future plan Calcutta Port has outlined expansion plan for handling 50 million tonnes of cargo by 2000-01. The port is considering a fourth oil jetty to handle projected POL traffic.

Groves,, TX, United States

Marine Surveyors, Consultants and Expert Witnesses, World Wide Service, Western Gulf Reps for ICGB

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Caspian Services Inc. provides a broad range of oilfield services in western Kazakhstan and the Kazakh sector of the Caspian Sea. The company’s business focuses on three principal areas – Offshore Marine Services; Geophysical Services and Infrastructure Development, including water desalinization.

Papendrecht, Netherlands

The Clearwater Group is a young and dynamic organisation with 5 highly qualified chemical tankers in service. On the 24th of May 2002 our fifth ship, the Cliffwater, was added to our fleet. From the moment, in 1995, the Clearwater Group was established we are confronted with a growing demand to our modern fleet, with merely Dutch officers on board. For almost all of the well-known companies in the chemical industry we transport a large variety of chemicals across the European territory. That is not so surprising when you bear in mind the unique qualifications featuring our fleet. Our ships meet the most heavily requirements and are able to transport a great variety of liquid chemicals at the same time. With our ships we serve the whole Northwestern European area.

Miami Springs,, FL, United States

Auckland, New Zealand (Aotearoa)

The Connor Difference... We have 30 years experience in Design & Build, marketing and brokering, of some of the worlds finest super yachts! please take the time to visit our website www.connorassociates.co.nz to see the Connor Difference...

United Arab Emirates

Erie, PA, United States

Fremantle, W. Australia, Australia

The Port of Fremantle plays a vital role in the economy of Western Australia. Between them, Fremantle Port's Inner and Outer Harbours currently handle around 91 per cent by value of the State's sea imports and 30 per cent of exports. The value of this trade is estimated at some $13.7 billion annually.

Australia

Fremantle Sea Rescue is located in Western Australia and performs over 500 rescues a year. Fremantle Sea Rescue operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Fremantle Sea Rescue is staffed entirely by volunteers....

Tequesta, FL, United States

WEEKLY EXPRESS CONTAINER SERVICE FROM HONG KONG AND CHINA TO USA

Fukuoka City, Japan

The Port of Hakata, which is administrated by the City of Fukuoka, is located in the northern part of Kyushu Island on the western side of Japan. The port is the oldest natural port in Japan and has played an important role as a gateway for economic and cultural exchange from China since ancient times. Hakata is the only port, west of Kobe, directly called at by the major international liner container routes such as North American and European routes. As such, the Port of Hakata has been steadily developing as a life-supporting port which offers stable supplies for Fukuoka City and the surrounding areas and as an international trading port linking Kyushu with the world.

Hjelset,, Norway

Helseth AS is a highly specialized propeller manufacturer, operating in modern facilities close to Molde in north-western Norway. Since the first Helseth propulsion system was installed in a fishing boat in 1912, our company has gained a profound knowledge of how to produce long-lasting propulsion systems. Today we serve a wide variety of small and medium-sized professional vessels such as cargo and passenger vessels, ferries, tankers, work boats, high-speed vessels, fishing vessels and offshore vessels.

FAREHAM, United Kingdom

The International Harbour Masters' Association (IHMA) was formed in June 1996 with more than 250 members in 52 countries worldwide. Membership now encompasses almost 80 nations and extends throughout Western and Eastern Europe, Australasia, Africa, The Americas, The Middle East and Asia Membership consists of harbour masters from ports large and small, publicly and privately owned, and represents a unique source of up-to-date, hands-on expertise in a range of maritime operations, including: safety of navigation, vessel traffic control and monitoring, port management, protection of the marine environment, the ship/port interface, cargo handling and safe stowage, safety management and training, and the good practice of seamanship in port and harbour environs. Widely acknowledged as a competent partner in the shipping and port industry world-wide, the IHMA's wealth of experience is sought after and highly appreciated in many international fora and inter-industry working groups. Consequently, the IHMA's application for observer status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is undergoing its last stages of appraisal and, on sucessful conclusion, will offer direct access to this important forum from later this year