Maritime/Shipping Industry Trade Associations
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 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.
NHHC, located at the Washington Navy Yard, is responsible for preserving, analysing, and disseminating U.S. naval history and heritage. It provides the knowledge foundation for the Navy by maintaining historically relevant resources and products that reflect the Navy's unique and enduring contributions through the nation's history and supports the fleet by assisting with and delivering professional research, analysis, and interpretive services.
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.
OceanMind is a UK-based non-profit organisation that powers marine enforcement and compliance to protect the ocean's ability to provide for human wellbeing. The work helps preserve marine biodiversity providing nature-based solutions to climate change, protecting livelihoods, and preventing slavery in the seafood industry.
Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) is a voluntary association of oil companies having an interest in the shipment and terminalling of crude oil, oil products, petrochemicals, and gas, and includes companies engaged in offshore marine operations supporting oil and gas exploration, development, and production. Its vision is a global marine industry that causes no harm to people or the environment.
Ofgem is Britain’s independent energy regulator. Their role is to protect consumers now and in the future by working to deliver a greener, fairer energy system. They are a non-ministerial government department and an independent National Regulatory Authority.
The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative is a CEO-led initiative that aims to accelerate the industry response to climate change. OGCI member companies explicitly support the Paris Agreement and its aims. OGCI member companies explicitly support the Paris Agreement and its goals. As leaders in the industry, accounting for over 30% of global operated oil and gas, they aim to leverage their collective strength to achieve net zero emissions emissions.
ORCA believes that the only way to protect whales and dolphins is to identify areas where they’re vulnerable and study their habitats. That way, they can protect these places by changing the way we use them. That includes shipping, fishing, noise pollution, marine litter and more. Best of all, this information can be shared and used across the globe. Providing a local solution to a global problem.
Petroleum and Energy Trading Services Co. (PETSE) started its operation in the year 2007 at Al Khobar in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia. Since its formation, the company has grown steadily and focuses in providing solutions across various market segments including Oil & Gas and Information and Communication Technology industries.
The Port of Cromarty Firth’s main concern is for the safety and security of the people and vessels that visit the Firth. The Port’s objective is to sustainably develop, improve and safeguard Cromarty Firth for the benefit of all its diverse stakeholder groups, by utilising the natural deep sheltered waters of the Cromarty Firth and first-class modern facilities.
Port of Tyne is one of UK’s most innovative and efficient deep-sea ports handling cargoes across five continents. The diversity of cargoes they can handle ranges from cars to containers and bulk goods to renewable energy and offshore. They offer a unique end-to-end solution that truly is a one-stop shop ensuring the goods move safely, securely and efficiently wherever they need to be.
Reef Renewal Foundation International recognises that for small restoration projects in their infancy, the marketing, fundraising and engagement programs can seem difficult to juggle when the fieldwork is the most important part. RRFI has built an integrative training approach that can be tailored to each location and project, to provide the support exactly where it is needed.
Reef Restoration Foundation is a social enterprise that is establishing a series of ocean-based coral nurseries using a proven method, which is a part of the solution for a healthy Great Barrier Reef.
The primary objective of the SAFE Association is to stimulate research and development in the fields of safety and survival, and to disseminate pertinent information to concerned individuals in government and industry. In addition, the objective is to establish and maintain a meaningful relationship between the SAFE Association and the scientific communities related to safety and survival.
Seabird Technologies is a pioneering marine technology startup creating all electric foiling race boats for the E1 World championship alongside innovative sustainable solutions to accelerate the decarbonisation of the wider maritime sector.
The Seafarers Hospital Society is a maritime charity dedicated to meeting the health, welfare and advice needs of seafarers of any nationality based in the United Kingdom.
Shenzhen Logistics and Supply Chain Management Association is a renowned logistics, transport and trade expo events organiser. The organisation also hosts the globally known China (Shenzhen) International Logistics and Transportation Fair (CILF) for logistics service, SCM, E-commerce, port and shipping, transport, IT solutions, mobility, air cargo, material handling and beyond.
Shipping Lab is a community Do Tank with the aim to "maritimize" the Youth and learn to see the sea !
Spanish Shipping Association (ANAVE) was founded in 1977, its origins coming from an earlier organisation, OFICEMA, established in 1952. ANAVE mission is coordinating and defending the interests of Spanish shipping companies. To fulfil this mission, among other activities, ANAVE maintains regular contacts with the Spanish national administration, the EU institutions and trade unions and actively participates in various global and associations.
Stiftelsen Det Norske Veritas is a free-standing, autonomous and independent foundation whose purpose is to safeguard life, property and the environment. This purpose is achieved through its ownership of companies – of which the most important is the DNV group, a classification, certification and technical assurance and advisory company.
The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is an Executive Agency of the UK's Ministry of Defence (MOD). They were established in April 2018 to manage the procurement, in-service support and disposal of UK nuclear submarines, which are some of the most complex equipment in the world. They deliver capabilities to the Royal Navy that are essential to the Continuous at Sea Deterrent (CASD), which is the cornerstone of our national security.
The Swedish Transport Agency has the overall responsibility for commercial transport on roads in Sweden. The Swedish Transport Agency is working to achieve good accessibility, high quality, secure and environmentally aware rail, air, sea and road transport. They have overall responsibility for drawing up regulations and ensuring that authorities, companies, organisations and citizens abide by them.
The Carbon Trust's mission is to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future. Climate pioneers for more than 20 years, they partner with major businesses, governments and financial institutions to accelerate their route to Net Zero.
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Upcoming maritime events in United Kingdom (UK)
LNG Shipping & Terminals Conference 2024
- 12 - 13 Nov, 2024
- London, United Kingdom (UK)
International Bulk Shipping Conference 2024
- 19 - 19 Nov, 2024
- London, United Kingdom (UK)
Seatrade Maritime Salvage & Wreck 2024
- 11 - 12 Dec, 2024
- London, United Kingdom (UK)
London International Shipping Week 2025
- 15 - 19 Sep, 2025
- London, United Kingdom (UK)