Electrical engineering/electronics trade associations in Spain
As a local development agency, the mission of Barcelona Activa is to contribute to improving the quality of life of people by promoting the economic competitiveness of the city and the rebalancing of territories, through the promotion of quality employment, the impetus entrepreneurship and support for a plural, diverse and sustainable business fabric, from an economic, social and environmental perspective.
The Blue Visby Solution is a neutral, independent, and collaborative platform. comprised an algorithm, an operational system, a sharing mechanism, and a contractual architecture. The Blue Visby Solution combines technology with two of the maritime industry’s most remarkable and enduring features: the inter-connectedness of stakeholders through agreements they freely enter into under English law, and long-standing traditions of collaboration.
Founded under the auspices of the International Chamber of Commerce in 1933 as a neutral, non-profit, international organisation, the Bureau International des Containers' (BIC) mission is to enable efficiency in container transportation while promoting safety, security, standardization and sustainability.
Founded in 1956, China Classification Society (CCS) is headquartered in Beijing and is a full member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). CCS provides classification services to ships, offshore installations and related industrial products by furnishing world-leading technical rules and standards.
CLIA UK & Ireland are leaders and innovators in responsible tourism and offer the best way for travellers to experience the world. They are the leading cruise training body in Europe, delivering award-winning training, seminars and events to the UK and European travel trade.
Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB) is a privately owned company, based in Antwerp, Belgium and with offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Brentwood and Hamburg. At present CMB is active in the marine sector areas of dry bulk shipping — Bocimar, container shipping — Delphis, chemical tankers — Bochem, innovation and development - CMB.TECH, Crew Transfer Vessels (CTWs) - Windcat Workboats, real estate - Reslea and Maritime Campus Antwerp.
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is focused on the energy portfolio from the former Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), in the United Kingdom (UK) government.
European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA) is the primary institution and public voice of the European shipping industry. The European shipping industry is a success story and a geostrategic asset to the EU in the face of global challenges. European shipowners operate one of the largest, youngest and most innovative fleets in the world.
The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) was formed on 1 August 2021 with funding from the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), and six founding partners, namely BHP, BW, DNV Foundation, Eastern Pacific Shipping, Ocean Network Express and Sembcorp Marine. Located in Singapore, GCMD was set up as a non-profit organisation to support decarbonisation of the maritime industry to meet or exceed the IMO goals for 2030 and 2050.
IAPMEI is a specialised public agency within the Portuguese Ministry for the Economy, created to provide technical and financial support to enterprises, in particular to SMEs. IAPMEI’s main mission is to actively participate in the design and implementation of integrated strategies for the support of Portuguese corporate activity, with a special focus on SMEs and with a view to modernisation, innovation and international competitivity.
Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL) is the trade association of the marine container leasing and chassis provider industry. IICL container leasing member companies engage in leasing marine cargo containers to ship operators and others on a broad international basis. IICL intermodal chassis provider members are in the business of owning and leasing chassis to motor carriers, ship operators, and cargo owners.
International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) represents the interests of quality dry cargo shipowners. INTERCARGO provides the forum where dry bulk shipowners, managers and operators are informed about, discuss and share concerns on key topics and regulatory challenges, especially in relation to safety, the environment and operational excellence.
International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) are the global voice of their industry, pioneering excellence in safe, efficient, and sustainable energy supply - an enabling partner for a low carbon future. Their members, integrated energy companies, national oil companies, independent upstream operators, service companies, and industry associations operate around the globe, supplying over 40% of the world’s oil and gas demand.
International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is the principal international trade association for the shipping industry, representing shipowners and operators in all sectors and trades. ICS membership comprises national shipowners' associations in Asia, Europe and the Americas whose member shipping companies operate over 80% of the world's merchant tonnage.
International Maritime Bureau (IMB) is a non-profit making organisation, established in 1981 to act as a focal point in the fight against all types of maritime crime and malpractice. IMB’s main task is to protect the integrity of international trade by seeking out fraud and malpractice. For over 25 years, it has used industry knowledge, experience and access to a large number of well-placed contacts around the world to do this: identifying and in
International Seabed Authority (ISA) is an autonomous international organization established under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and the 1994 Agreement relating to the Implementation of Part XI of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (1994 Agreement).
Together with about 100 group companies in Japan and overseas, Kawasaki Heavy Industries oversees the formation of a 'technology corporate group'. Their technological capabilities, polished over a history that exceeds a century, send diverse products forth into wide-ranging fields that go beyond land, sea, and air, extending from the ocean depths to space.
Insuring a diverse range of ship-owners and charterers, London P&I Club are one of the world’s leading Protection and Indemnity Associations, in order to provide P&I, FD&D and War Risks to cover to their international membership. From tailored solutions to flexible insurance packages – all of their work is directed at meeting their members’ specific needs.
Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) is a global business network working towards the vision of a maritime industry free of corruption that enables fair trade to the benefit of society at large. Established in 2011, MACN is comprised of vessel owning companies within the main sectors of the maritime industry and other companies in the maritime industry including cargo owners and service providers.
Maritime London is the promotional body for UK-based companies providing maritime professional services to the international shipping industry. Funded by well over 130 companies and organisations from a wide range of disciplines, Maritime London ensures that the UK remains a world-beating location to base a maritime-related business and to conduct maritime trade.
Maritime Research and Innovation UK (MarRI-UK) are a collaborative innovation vehicle for the UK industry and academia to jointly tackle innovation and technology challenges. They focus on research and innovation within mid TRL (3 – 7) levels to address the opportunities between 'discovery and research' and 'commercialisation' of Maritime Technologies and Systems.
Maritime Skills Alliance designs and promotes qualifications and apprenticeships for the UK’s maritime sector. WThey have developed a suite of interlocking standards and qualifications – MSQs, “Maritime Studies Qualifications” - which enable employees to progress both within their specialism and between sectors.
The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping ensures real climate action. They are a not-for-profit, independent research and development centre, looking to accelerate the transition towards a net-zero future for the maritime industry. With their partners, they drive and facilitate the development and implementation of new technologies and build confidence in new concepts.
Mecal Ltd was founded in 1993 as 'Marine Engineers Certifying Authority Ltd' by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology & we still maintain close links with the Small Ships Group of the Institution. Since then MECAL has grown to become one of the leading Certifying Authorities for commercial vessels & workboats up to 24m load line length and for larger vessels under specific delegation.
NamPower is the national power utility of Namibia and specialises in the generation and transmission of electricity. As an electricity company, NamPower understands that electricity invariably plays an important role in the socio-economic development of Namibia.
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is dedicated to advocating for and promoting the strength of marine manufacturing, the sales and service networks of its members, and the boating lifestyle. NMMA is the nation’s leading trade association representing boat, marine engine and accessory manufacturers. Collectively, NMMA members manufacture an estimated 80 percent of marine products used in North America.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is an American scientific and regulatory agency within the United States Department of Commerce that forecasts weather, monitors oceanic and atmospheric conditions, charts the seas, conducts deep sea exploration, and manages fishing and protection of marine mammals and endangered species in the U.S. exclusive economic zone.
The National Shipbuilding Office (NSO) drives transformative change to empower a globally successful, innovative and sustainable shipbuilding enterprise that works for all parts of the UK. The NSO oversees all of the Government's interests in UK shipbuilding, supports growth in the sector, and works with industry to improve productivity and competitiveness.
Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI) is the prime institution responsible for defence-related research in Norway. The Establishment is the chief adviser on defence-related science and technology to the Ministry of Defence and the Norwegian Armed Forces’ military organisation. FFI collaborates with national and international scientific institutions and industry.
Ocean Hyway Cluster is Norway's network for hydrogen-based solutions for the maritime sector. They work closely with the industry to exploit the commercial opportunities of new hydrogen technology solutions to make Norway a global leading maritime hydrogen player.
