Ports and port technology trade associations

Hapo International Barges B.V. was founded in 1987 by Mr. Henk Poot together with several partners and is situated in the harbour of Rotterdam. The headoffice is located in Rotterdam and with maritime real estate in Rotterdam, Ridderkerk and 's-Gravendeel Hapo is complete. Hapo is specialised in providing pontons, crane barges, heavy machinery and other special equipment for salvaging shipwrecks, off- or onshore operations involving heavy lift.

Harbour Shipping Corporation has been operations in the Republic of Panama with the objective of providing a wide range of multimodal and logistics services to shipping companies and port terminals operating in Panama, from inspection, repair and maintenance of reefer containers to the provision of services to ships that pass through the Panama Canal.

HEMEXPO is a suppliers and exporters association for the shipping sector, representing Greek maritime technology specialists worldwide since 2014. HEMEXPO brings together Greek companies that manufacture and export a comprehensive range of world-class marine equipment and technical services used in the construction, conversion, maintenance, and upgrading of ships and other marine structures.

INSA has a vision for infrastructure development, economy, unity, and unifying tools unity of the people & country, and the mission is to share a national merchant service bamboozle. and the function is to unite. protect and promote the interests of members and direct the business’s ability to achieve a common goal, to be masters in their own country.

The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO (IOC) is the United Nations body responsible for supporting global ocean science and services. The IOC enables its 150 Member States to work together to protect the health of their shared ocean by coordinating programs in areas such as ocean observations, tsunami warnings and marine spatial planning.

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.

IBEX is the largest marine industry trade event in North America and offers professionals access to the biggest boatbuilding marketing in the world. IBEX is the one event they can't miss this year.

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 Foundation for Aids to Navigation (IFAN) is an international association that promotes safety at sea and aids to navigation through the world's busiest chokepoints and shipping routes.

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 Maritime Organization is the United Nations specialised agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by ships. IMO's work supports the UN sustainable development goals.

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy.

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).

The International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network exists to improve the lives of seafarers and their families with services, resources, strategies and advocacy. ISWAN is a membership organisation with the International Chamber of Shipping, The International Transport Workers Federation and the International Christian Maritime Association as the core members.

Isle of Man Maritime is a new not-for-profit company that has been established to promote, develop and support the strategic development of the Isle of Man's growing maritime cluster.

The Korean Register is a not-for-profit classification society founded in South Korea offering verification and certification services for ships and marine structures in terms of design, construction, and maintenance.

The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) addresses environmental issues, under International Maritime Organization's remit. Their resolutions are published in the final report of the MEPC meeting, during which they were adopted.

Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is an authority that licenses, regulates and plans marine activities in the seas and oceans around the United Kingdom, so that they're carried out in a sustainable and secure way. They help the government achieve its vision for clean, healthy, productive and biologically diverse oceans and seas.

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.

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.

Middle East Navigation Aids Service (MENAS) provides essential information and advice such as the issuance of notices to mariners, advising on hazards to shipping and coordinating additions to navigation charts for the Gulf region. Operating from its main base in Bahrain and a support base in Abu Dhabi, MENAS owns and maintains an extensive network of buoys, lighthouses and DGPS transmitters.

Though traditionally designed to handle general cargo, over the years, the Mumbai Port Trust has adapted to changing shipping trends and cargo packaging from break bulk to unitization / palletisation and containerization. With the development of other ports, it caters to 8.61 percent of the country’s sea-borne trade handled by Major Ports of the country in terms of volume.

The Namibian Ports Authority (also referred to as ‘Namport’ or the ‘Authority’) was established by the Namibian Ports Authority Act, No. 2 of 1994. It is recognised as a public enterprise in terms of the Public Enterprises Governance Act, No. 1 of 2019. Namport aims to provide excellent port services to all seaborne trade, creating sustainable value for all their stakeholders.

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 Oceanography Centre is an independent self-governing organisation - a charitable company limited by guarantee. The NOC is funded by UK Research and Innovation to work on National Capability programmes and manages on its behalf, the National Marine Equipment Pool - Europe’s largest fleet of autonomous and robotic vehicles, and two states of the art research ships RRS Discovery and RRS James Cook.

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.

Ningbo Zhoushan Port has a vast port region and long coastline, with a coastline stretching across 220 kilometers. It consists of 19 port areas, owns more than 200 large deepwater berths for vessels over 10,000 dwt., and more than 115 large and super-large deepwater berths for vessels over 50,000 dwt. Ningbo Zhoushan Port owns and operates most large and super-large deepwater berths in Mainland China.

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.

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