Justin Murphy is SVP of Strategy and Business Development at
ADNOC L&S. His experience in Shipping and Maritime Logistics
spans several decades across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and
North America. During this time, he has served as CEO of
companies in the UK and Asia and as a board director of
companies in the UK and Asia. Mr. Murphy has an MBA from Hull
University and is a member of the Institute of Chartered
Shipbrokers.
MaritimAfrica is a pentalingual press group (French, English, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic) dedicated to the maritime domain in Africa. MaritimAfrica consists of a website. a bilingual electronic magazine (English / French), MaritimAfrica Mag and Youtube channel, MaritimAfrica TV.
Launched in March 2019, MaritimAfrica aims to inform people you about the progress of the maritime sector in Africa in terms of technology, legal, institutions or maritime organizations, schools, etc.
It serves as a platform for sharing news and the various actors involved in this field. It is also a melting pot of exchange on the different challenges of the maritime sector in Africa. MaritimAfrica’s core values are:
RESPECT – COMMITMENT – INTEGRITY – EXCELLENCE – INNOVATION
These values are at the heart of our mission to promote the maritime industry in
Africa and provide quality information to our audience.
Website : www.maritimafrica.com
ExpoTobi is a leading business resource, which contains descriptions of more than 20,000 events around the world.
Website : www.expotobi.com
Devdiscourse is a media platform for development stakeholders. Be it scanning the knowledge tides, doing stories on diverse developmental themes, approaches, policies, programs or sophisticated IT and big data analytics tools to catalyse the developmental landscape or simply facilitating discussions to rejuvenate intellectual energies – all is done here.
Our media team supported by domain specialists of VisionRI meticulously cover the development news across the globe to maintain and enhance intellectual reflexes and competencies, and share the same at Devdiscourse.
The portal as well as Android app is designed and developed on the framework of deep machine learning technologies which facilitate delivery of smart content based on user interests, browsing behaviour and location. Devdiscourse – News is available globally on web as well as Android platform to deliver smart and personalised content to users.
Website: www.devdiscourse.com
Clocate.com is a leading international directory for worldwide conferences and exhibitions. Clocate.com is equipped with a unique and comprehensive search that helps you find easily any event in any category or location. Each event includes detailed information, like, description, dates, location, map, prices, link to the official event’s website and more…
If you search for a conference or exhibition in areas such as Industry and manufacturing, Health and medicine, Technology and IT, Business and finance, sciences, education, services (banking, insurance, tourism, Hospitality and more), government, environment, life style and arts, you’ll find it in Clocate.com.
Website : www.clocate.com
The Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) is the voice of the shipping industry of Sri Lanka and has served the industry with unwavering focus and dedication since 1944. Its members represent all international shipping lines who call Sri Lankan Ports. Members of CASA are involved in vessel agency, husbanding services and act as manning/crewing agents for leading ship owners and managers.
Through regular dialogue with stakeholders, Government institutions, regulatory bodies and other government and private sector agencies, CASA seeks to effect an interchange of ideas and information, represent and advocate the views of the association in all official fora and shape the future of the industry by investing in education and training for its members and working with maritime training academies to train Sea Farers.
Website : www.casa.lk
TMC shipping, was founded in 2012 as global dry cargo operator and shipmanager and started with a strong presence in the sugar trade and expanding into several other bulk and bagged commodities as well (coal, grains, agris etc) and oil.
TMC specializes in handy, supra, up to -pana / kamsarmax vessels, ensuring versatile and efficient shipping solutions, while furthermore, also recently is active in the transportation of oil, managing a modern fleet of MR II vessels.
With headquarters in Dubai, UAE and offices in Greece, Switzerland, India, the Philippines, China and the USA, offers extensive market reach and expertise, able to provide unmatched service and support for clients shipping needs. Over the years, our involvement in the market has opened up a diverse and wide range of trade opportunities, and it is to the best of TMC business collaborators’ interests to take advantage of these opportunities.
Website: www.tmcshipping.com
Lenol: Steering Marine Sustainability Through Innovation and Impact
At the intersection of marine trade and sustainability, Lenol is redefining what it means to be a responsible oil marketer. With operations spanning over 900 ports globally, Lenol’s approach to lubricant trading is rooted in environmental stewardship, social accountability, and transparent governance—a model increasingly recognized in global sustainability forums.
In 2024, Lenol’s ESG strides were not just ambitions—they were actions. From the introduction of ULSFO-compatible lubricants like CLX 20 to the launch of biodegradable marine oils tailored for emission control areas, Lenol’s R&D partnership with FUCHS Germany exemplifies how innovation can accelerate climate goals. These advancements not only align with IMO 2050 and FuelEU Maritime regulations but also empower ship operators to lower emissions without compromising performance.
Governance underpins every sustainability milestone. As a management-owned company headquartered in Dubai DMCC, Lenol maintains ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and 14001 certifications, rigorous supplier due diligence, and a double materiality model that integrates ESG risks into enterprise-wide decision-making. In doing so, Lenol strengthens its ability to serve not just customers—but communities and the planet.
Moreover, Lenol’s leadership on the global stage—evident through sponsorships, technical seminars, and a growing portfolio of sustainable offerings—demonstrates a clear purpose: to shape a climate-resilient, ethical, and inclusive future for marine logistics. For Lenol, sustainability is the compass guiding every voyage forward.
Website: www.lenolmarine.com
Drydocks World, a DP World company, is a leading service provider for the maritime, offshore oil and gas and renewable energy industries. Established over 40 years ago, the shipyard has grown into one of the largest and most advanced ship repair and offshore construction facility in the Middle East, strategically located next to Dubai’s Port Rashid.
Drydocks World features five docks and over 4,000 meters of berth space, capable of accommodating up to 10 ULCC vessels simultaneously, including the world’s largest ships. The facility is also home to the largest and heaviest load-out jetty in the Middle East and Africa, with a capacity to handle structures weighing up to 37,000 tonnes. With over 300 projects completed annually and a record of managing 42 vessels simultaneously, Drydocks World plays a key role in supporting the global maritime and offshore energy industries.
The company specialises in ship and rig repair, modifications, maintenance, vessel conversions, upgrades, reactivation and life extension while also driving innovation in advanced newbuild solutions. With growing expertise in offshore wind energy platforms, Drydocks World fortifies the UAE’s global position as a center of excellence in maritime services and sustainable energy. As the international yard of choice, it delivers world-class solutions that power global trade, enables energy transition, and promotes long-term sustainable growth.
Website: www.drydocks.gov.ae
Al Safina Security Services (ALSS) is an internationally recognized provider of bespoke maritime security solutions. The company delivers a comprehensive suite of services including advanced risk and threat assessments as well as integrated strategies designed to help clients identify, mitigate, and manage security risks across their assets, personnel and operations. With a well established global presence, ALSS operates across high-risk maritime corridors and strategic choke points worldwide. Leveraging over 13 years of expertise, the company has successfully protected more than 20,000 vessels across 50+ critical regions, enabling clients to maintain safe and secure operations in areas often regarded as high-risk.
Website: alsafinasecurity.com/about-us/
DP World
DP World is a leading enabler of global trade and an integral part of the supply chain.
We operate multiple yet related businesses – from marine and inland terminals, maritime services, logistics and ancillary services to technology-driven trade solutions.
We have a portfolio of 70 terminals in 31 countries across six continents with a significant presence in both high-growth and mature markets. We aim to be essential to the bright future of global trade, ensuring everything we do has a long-lasting positive impact on economies and society.
Our dedicated team of over 36,000 employees cultivates long-standing relationships with governments, shipping lines, importers and exporters, communities, and many other important constituents of the global supply chain, to add value and provide quality services today and tomorrow.
Container handling is the company’s core business and generates more than three quarters of its revenue. In 2015, DP World handled 61.7 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across its portfolio. With its committed pipeline of developments and expansions, capacity is expected to rise to more than 100 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
By thinking ahead, foreseeing change and innovating we aim to create the most productive, efficient and safe trade solutions globally.
Website: www.dpworld.ae
NMDC Group
NMDC Group, based in the UAE, is a leading company in the marine and energy industry sectors. Renowned for delivering noteworthy projects, we take pride in offering flexible, cost-effective and timely solutions to our clients.
The Group owns and operates four business units: NMDC Dredging & Marine, NMDC Energy (formerly NPCC), NMDC Construction (formerly Emarat Europe), and NMDC Engineering. Committed to excellence and led by responsibility, we deliver projects of unrivaled quality, adhering to the most rigorous third-party certifications.
NMDC Group stands as a prominent catalyst in propelling Abu Dhabi’s development and bolstering the UAE’s efforts to further shape its modern landscape and stimulate the local economy. With an extensive track record, the Group’s specialized knowledge and expertise have significantly enhanced the region’s infrastructure while diligently safeguarding the ecological environment.
Moreover, the Group actively contributes to the continuous growth of the region’s economy by spearheading innovative projects, embracing operational excellence, innovation, and championing sustainable practices. This commitment further reinforces our position as a trusted partner of choice across the EPC ecosystem.
Supported by an impressively large fleet, diverse capabilities, and a global network of offices, NMDC Group possesses the professionalism and motivation to operate anywhere in the world. We thrive on overcoming even the most challenging site conditions, ensuring the success of every project we undertake.
NMDC Group Mission, Vision, and Values
Our vision is to deliver innovative solutions shaping the future.
At NMDC Group, our mission is threefold:
Our organizational values unite and inspire us:
Knowledge – Accountability – Morality – Alliance – Leadership
Our People
At NMDC Group, our workforce comprises over 25,000 employees representing 85 different nationalities. This diversity brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our organization, enriching our culture and driving innovation. We remain committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce that truly reflects the communities we serve, nurturing an environment where every individual feels valued and empowered.
Sustainability Vision
At NMDC Group, we do more than just build projects; we construct them sustainably, prioritizing environmental conservation and social responsibility. As part of our commitment to sustainability, the Group is actively contributing to the decarbonization of the energy sector and building the essential infrastructure to enable climate adaptation solutions, thus protecting our communities from the risks posed by climate change.
Our sustainability vision is anchored in three pillars:
Furthermore, our sustainability initiatives extend beyond our core operations to encompass Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. These include beach cleanups, tree planting initiatives, and other community-based projects aimed at making a positive impact in the countries in which we operate.
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Objectives
NMDC Group is dedicated to being a responsible corporate citizen, with a focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives. We prioritize excellence in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE), which forms the cornerstone of our operations.
We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact through proactive measures and sustainable practices. Our comprehensive Health & Safety policies ensure the safety of the public, our employees, as well as our plant, equipment, and third parties.
The Group also adheres to high standards of work quality, demonstrated by compliance with rigorous third-party certifications, including the ISO 9001 quality standard.
Transparency, openness, and a commitment to continuous improvement drive NMDC Group’s day-to-day operations.
WorldMaritimeEvents.com is an emerging global platform for maritime events, offering a searchable overview of trade fairs, conferences, regattas, port festivals, networking events, and innovation summits — all in one central hub.
Our mission is to connect the global maritime community by helping organizers, professionals, and partners quickly find and promote relevant events worldwide. Fully focused on the maritime industry, we structure every listing for clarity and relevance, creating strong network effects.
WorldMaritimeEvents.com is set to become the go-to source for the global maritime event industry
Website: worldmaritimeevents.com/
Energy Industries Council
The Energy Industries Council brings together over 950 companies from the energy supply chain sector across all industries.
Since 1943, we have evolved to provide up-to-date global market intelligence, unrivalled networking opportunities, and direct engagement with policymakers across regions.
Our members — leading innovators, industry experts, and global thinkers — are at the forefront of the energy transition.
Through our leading events, real-time project data, and policy expertise, we help members capitalise on opportunities and scale their operations globally. Together, we are working towards a more sustainable future.
Website: www.the-eic.com
Lloyd’s Register (LR) is a global professional services group specialising in marine engineering and technology. Created more than 260 years ago as the world’s first marine classification society, to improve and set standards for the safety of ships.
Today we are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping our clients design, construct and operate their assets to accepted levels of safety and environmental compliance.
We also provide advice, support and solutions on fleet performance and optimisation, voyage optimisation, enhancing our clients’ digital capability. Our digital solutions are relied upon by more than 20,000 vessels. In the race to zero emissions, our research, technical expertise and industry-firsts are supporting a safe, sustainable maritime energy transition.
Lloyd’s Register Group is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that promotes safety and education.
Website: www.lr.org
At Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, we share a drive to shape a better maritime world for future generations.
Pioneering the safety and performance of new technologies since 1828, we are one of the world’s leading ship classification societies and offshore safety and verification bodies, with a global network to support clients worldwide.
We understand the challenges clients face in designing, building and operating a truly sustainable maritime business. We’re by their side; supporting them with practical advice, tools and technology to run safe, sustainable and high performing businesses.
We’re known for being responsive and building strong and long relationships with our clients; for being flexible without compromise. And because we’re part of Bureau Veritas, a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services with over 82,000 employees in more than 1600 locations, we have a truly global outlook, bringing a broader understanding of the global supply chain and blue economy.
So, whether we’re meeting the challenge of decommissioning offshore oil and gas assets safely and sustainably, helping shipowners embrace decarbonisation and digitalisation to transport goods safely and sustainably, or supporting marine renewable energy technologies, Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore is shaping a better maritime world.
Website: marine-offshore.bureauveritas.com
Noatum Logistics, an AD Ports Group company, is a global client-centered logistics operator providing integrated value-added supply chain management services, and is a specialist in air freight, ocean freight, land transport, contract logistics and project logistics.
Its cross-sectoral approach to serving the global marketplace means that it can offer comprehensive logistics solutions, with a high degree of specialisation and innovation.
Its team of over 3,500 professionals manages a growing international network of over 90 offices located in over 26 countries, which is further enhanced by an agent network across 158 countries. The combination of its capabilities and global reach means that it can serve every link of its customers’ and partners’ supply chains across all major global markets and trade lanes.
For more information and to find out how Noatum Logistics can serve your supply chain needs in the Middle East region, please reach us at: contact-me@noatumlogistics.com
Website : www.noatumlogistics.com
MARITIME INTELLIGENCE, the maritime and financial subscription magazine, released its first issue in February 2014. This is a monthly version of LibertyPress.
It’s currently being published with 100 pages presenting studies, annual exhibitions of shipping associations, organizations and companies, articles and interviews on: Shipping, Economy, Energy, Geopolitics. as well as the collaboration of Greek & International Shipping Companies.
Reading audiences are ship-owners, senior and senior executives of shipping and financial companies.
The MARITIME INTELLIGENCE magazine is nominally sent.
The weekly & subscription newspaper “MARITIME Economies” released every Wednesday with overview of events, with articles on the economy and development, energy and mainly on everything related to the Greek and Worldwide Shipping.
The “MARITIME Economies” printed 13 years now, in color and dimensions: 29cm wide and 42cm length.
From September 2023, at the request of many of our subscribers and following a large increase in our foreign subscribers, the weekly & subscription newspaper Maritime Economies becomes English-language, completely renewed and with rich Maritime material.
THE TAILOR-MADE website for the marine bunker industry, established in 2001 with headquarters in Sweden.
The internet resource – contains all the necessary data and tools essential for success in the bunker industry — it is the embodiment of the “ONE-STOP website” concept. Our spot bunker market is updated continuously throughout the day which means a port can be updated several times a day. Oil Futures indicate the forthcoming spot bunker price forecast.
We provide:
Website : www.mabux.com
GOGD is mostly concerned with your return on your investment of advertising costs and giving you the utmost in customer satisfaction.
By providing a cost-effective way to increase your online presence, our mission is to help companies grow their business with increased traffic on your websites by
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Headquartered in Dubai (UAE), Supply Chain & Logistics Group (SCLG) is a membership driven industry business group engaged in advancing supply chain; logistics industry locally, regionally and globally. SCLG currently has a membership base of 200+ corporate organizations and is growing. SCLG is a purpose-based organization delivering values through bringing policy-centric discussion, connection, communication, collaboration, creation, motivation, empowerment and encouragement to individuals, organizations industry and economy. SCLG engages in supporting and conducting industry-centric conferences, roundtables, educational awareness, site visits and supports publications and co-ordination of magazines and research notes aimed at growth and innovation of organizations.
Website : www.sclgme.org
IBIA – The International Bunker Industry Association is the voice of the global bunker industry and represents all stakeholders across the industry value chain. Our membership includes ship owners/operators, bunker suppliers, traders, brokers, barging companies, storage companies, surveyors, port authorities, credit reporting companies, lawyers, P&I clubs, equipment manufacturers, shipping journalists and marine consultants. Formed in 1992, today we have members in more than 68 countries.
IBIA promotes improved standards, knowledge and understanding in the industry. We do this through a variety of events and courses, engaging in working groups, by disseminating reliable and accurate information and offering practical advice where we can. We also advocate for effective, pragmatic and workable regulations. One of the most important arenas for that is at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) where IBIA has consultative status as a non-governmental organisation. IBIA attends all meetings of the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) and a number of Sub-Committees.
Website: https://ibia.net/
Established in 2016 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, ADNOC Logistics & Services has pioneered the energy maritime and logistics sector in the Middle East, providing highly specialized services across the entire energy value chain.
Guided by sustainable practices and empowered by cutting-edge technologies, ADNOC L&S provides market leading, reliable and cost-effective maritime and logistics solutions through three key business segments: Integrated Logistics, Shipping and Marine Services.
With a total fleet of 870+ vessels that it owns, operates and charters, ADNOC Logistics & Services has the largest and most diversified fleet in the region, providing services to over 100 customers in more than 50 countries.
Visit adnocls.ae to learn more.
DP World is a leading enabler of global trade and an integral part of the supply chain.
We operate multiple yet related businesses – from marine and inland terminals, maritime services, logistics and ancillary services to technology-driven trade solutions.
We have a portfolio of 70 terminals in 31 countries across six continents with a significant presence in both high-growth and mature markets. We aim to be essential to the bright future of global trade, ensuring everything we do has a long-lasting positive impact on economies and society.
Our dedicated team of over 36,000 employees cultivates long-standing relationships with governments, shipping lines, importers and exporters, communities, and many other important constituents of the global supply chain, to add value and provide quality services today and tomorrow.
Container handling is the company’s core business and generates more than three quarters of its revenue. In 2015, DP World handled 61.7 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across its portfolio. With its committed pipeline of developments and expansions, capacity is expected to rise to more than 100 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
By thinking ahead, foreseeing change and innovating we aim to create the most productive, efficient and safe trade solutions globally.
DNV is the independent expert in risk management and assurance, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry benchmarks, and inspires and invents solutions.
Whether assessing a new ship design, optimizing the performance of a wind farm, analyzing sensor data from a gas pipeline or certifying a food company’s supply chain, DNV enables its customers and their stakeholders to make critical decisions with confidence.
Driven by its purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, DNV helps tackle the challenges and global transformations facing its customers and the world today and is a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.
DNV is the world’s leading classification society and a recognized advisor for the maritime industry. We enhance safety, quality, energy efficiency and environmental performance of the global shipping industry – across all vessel types and offshore structures. We invest heavily in research and development to find solutions, together with the industry, that address strategic, operational or regulatory challenges.
Website: www.dnv.com
Nautic Magazine is a gateway to the Seas, where you can find the greatest news
from Boating, Sailing, Yachts, Events, Water Sports, Technology to the best
Companies in the sector, Ports, Marinas and the unrivaled Lifestyle that comes with them.
Website : www.nauticmag.com
The Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) is the voice of the shipping industry of Sri Lanka and has served the industry with unwavering focus and dedication since 1944. Its members represent all international shipping lines who call Sri Lankan Ports. Members of CASA are involved in vessel agency, husbanding services and act as manning/crewing agents for leading ship owners and managers.
Through regular dialogue with stakeholders, Government institutions, regulatory bodies and other government and private sector agencies, CASA seeks to effect an interchange of ideas and information, represent and advocate the views of the association in all official fora and shape the future of the industry by investing in education and training for its members and working with maritime training academies to train Sea Farers.
Website : www.casa.lk
Clocate.com is a leading international directory for worldwide conferences and
exhibitions. Clocate.com is equipped with a unique and comprehensive search that helps you find easily any event in any category or location. Each event includes detailed information, like, description, dates, location, map, prices, link to the official event’s website and more…
If you search for a conference or exhibition in areas such as Industry and manufacturing, Health and medicine, Technology and IT, Business and finance,
sciences, education, services (banking, insurance, tourism, Hospitality and more),
government, environment, life style and arts, you'll find it in Clocate.com.
Website : www.clocate.com
Ship2Shore was co-founded by Richard Jowitt and Robert Gabbitas who between
them have over 60 years of marine and port industry experience in the design,
development, manufacture and sales of marine fenders, mooring systems, port and civil infrastructure related equipment.
In conjunction with our specialist manufacturing partners, we manage every aspect of our clients’ marine construction projects. Our hands-on directors and our highly trained team design equipment, control timescales and oversee the supply, underpinning the many processes from start to finish. We take pride in providing our clients with a dedicated, managed manufacturing service, seamless delivery and after-sales care.
Website : www.ship2shore.it/en
ExpoTobi is a leading business resource, which contains descriptions of more than 20,000 events around the world.
Website : www.expotobi.com
ISES is essentially a non-profit enterprise that exists to co-ordinate and market the international activities of its member companies. The objective of ISES is to unite an independent, high quality worldwide network of members to provide electrical, mechanical, electronic and specialised services to the marine industry.
Member companies benefit from being part of a global network which enables them to extend their services worldwide and share technical knowledge and co-operation with other members. The ISES Marine Service Guide is produced annually and mailed to over 5,000 ship owners and managers, thus raising members’ profiles by listing their full details, locations and capabilities to potential customers. A copy of the guide is also left on vessels that members are called onboard to service. Through global networking members are able to discuss issues, share information and help resolve problems.
Ship owners who engage the services of an ISES member can be confident that they are utilising the skills of a quality assured service company.
The Association has over 50 members in more than 30 countries, covering over 150 ports, including some not covered by other service networks. Many of the members have experienced engineers who have been trained in a variety of manufacturers products; thus, their expertise is not limited to a single brand. In addition, many have access to different manufacturers' spare parts. There is also co-ordination between members ensuring adequate follow up from port-to-port.
Website : www.isesassociation.com
IMPA, the voice of maritime procurement The International Marine Purchasing Association (or simply put, IMPA) is the non- profit organisation that has been at the heart of the marine procurement and supply chain management industry since 1978.
Established more than four decades ago by a group of senior purchaser executives who wanted to create an industry voice to make heard the interests of the profession, IMPA now represents a strong and vibrant community of more than 1,000 maritime purchaser and supplier members who are working towards continuous improvement and development of the industry.
Website : www.impa.net
International Registries, Inc. and its affiliates (IRI) provide administrative and technical support to the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Maritime and Corporate Registries. The RMI Registry is both the leading quality registry in the world and the youngest surpassing 201 million gross tons with 5,655 vessels at the end of April 2024.
The quality of the RMI fleet can be measured by the RMI’s continued White List status on both the Paris and Tokyo Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). The RMI has also qualified for the United States Coast Guard’s Qualship 21 roster for 20 consecutive years, which is unprecedented.
IRI has a network of 28 worldwide offices located in major shipping and financial centers throughout the world that have the ability to register a vessel including a yacht, those under construction, record a mortgage or financing charter, incorporate a company, issue seafarer documentation, and service clientele. The most important asset to the RMI Registry is its customers, and IRI strives to provide them with full service from any office, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
mid-east.info is a leading business news and information publisher that covers the greater Middle East region. Since 2012, we have been providing daily updates on news, articles, reports, and other forms of content for professionals interested in doing business in the Middle East. Our goal is to offer instant business updates, market data, tips, reports, and analysis to help business professionals stay informed about the MENA region.
Website: mid-east.info
Over the past 40 years, Drydocks World, a DP World Company, has evolved into a leading provider of marine and offshore services to the shipping, oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors. Conceived as an ambitious project under the guidance of H.H. Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the late Ruler of Dubai, the yard is strategically located in a rapidly developing region.
With a workforce of over 12,000 in-house employees and 6,000 subcontractors, Drydocks World currently completes an average of 300 projects a year and has a track record of managing 42 ship and rig repair projects simultaneously.
The yard is spread over 200 hectares and features three graving docks, a floating dock, a hydro lift, dedicated vessel conversion berths, and more than 3,700m of quayside. It is also home to the largest floating crane in the region, capable of lifting 2,000 tonnes.
Its state-of-the-art facilities and highly versatile workforce have enabled Drydocks World to pioneer numerous conversion and fabrication projects and set records in constructing some of the largest new builds in the offshore industry.
Drydocks World aims to consistently deliver excellence and achieve further success for the UAE’s maritime industry, positioning Drydocks World as an international yard of choice.
Website: www.drydocks.gov.ae
UNSSA (UAE National Ship Suppliers Association) is one of the National Associations of ISSA, the International Ship Suppliers and Services Association which currently has 43 national associations and 227 associate members world-wide.
The main function of UNSSA is to protect the interests and rights of its members and to represent them with the relevant government departments and port authorities to have better understanding with all the UAE ports authorities and its regulations, thereby improving the quality of ship chandling services. UNSSA (UAE National Ship Suppliers Association) is one of the National Associations of ISSA, the international Ship Suppliers and Services Association which currently has 43 national associations and 227 associate members world-wide.
UNSSA welcomes ship suppliers and manufacturers /wholesalers to be an active member of the UAE National Association (Terms and Conditions apply) to enhance and maintain the country’s marine and maritime industry to high standards of excellence and to promote UNSSA as one of the leading National Associations in the world.
Website : www.unssa.ae
ISSA the international association representing nearly 2,000 ship suppliers throughout the world.
The Association was formed in 1955 and celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in 2015 of 60 years of service to the maritime industry.
We have 40 national associations of ship suppliers as full ISSA members and associate members in 51 other countries where no national association exists.
Website: www.shipsupply.org
JOME ENGINEERING LLC is your premier destination for ship repair and maintenance solutions in Dubai, UAE. Our dedication to excellence and innovation in maritime engineering makes us your ideal partner for all your marine service needs.
With a State-of-the-art 170,000 sq. ft. workshop in Dubai with Cutting-edge machinery for top-tier ship repair services which includes Laser Cladding, CNC Lathe, VTL, Milling machine, and Balancing machine
We have a dedicated, skilled workforce of 400 plus staff that includes Chief engineers, Diesel engineers, Automation engineers, technicians, welders, fabricators, and more.
We provide services for engine overhauling (2 Stroke & 4 Stroke), engine components re-conditioning, overhauling\Repairing of all rotating equipment including deep well LPG pumps, compressor, winches/windlass, overhaul of cargo valves, engine room valves, ship side valves & PV valves (Including testing).
Our steel fabrication shop has dedicated bays for steel, tanks & pipe fabrication which includes blasting & painting shops with DNV class-approved welders.
We also provide services for drone inspection, electrical & automation services, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electric motor servicing & re-winding. Ovality checks for cylinder liner (LDM) using laser technology.
JOME supply division collaborates closely with manufacturers in Korean, Japanese & European for all spare parts requirements.
With expertise and top-notch facilities, JOME Engineering stands as a beacon of excellence in the maritime and offshore industry.
Website: www.jo-me.com
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NorthStandard is one of the leading providers of global marine insurance products and services across the maritime industries. Established through the merger of North P&I Club and the Standard Club in February 2023 and ‘A’ rated by S&P Global, NorthStandard has a premium income around US$836M and provides cover for over 365 million GT of owned and chartered tonnage.
Our product range is the largest in the International Group, offering global protection across sectors and your operations, with over 10 bespoke options including; P&I, FD&D, War Risks, Strike & Delay, Hull and Machinery and ancillary insurance; to cover individual operational requirements. From headquarters in the UK and with offices throughout Europe, Asia and the Americas, NorthStandard offers a unique blend of worldwide presence and class-leading expertise, Enabling us to grow and evolve alongside you, creating innovative and responsible ways to protect you and your business.
Its Sunderland Marine and Coastal & Inland divisions also provide cover for owners fixed premium P&I, fishing vessels, inland waterway and coastal trading vessels and aquaculture. NorthStandard’s comprehensive local market and sector knowledge is underpinned by continuous investments in market-leading digital technologies.
NorthStandard is a leading member of the International Group of P&I Clubs (IG) and is fully committed to upholding the shared objectives of its 12 independent member clubs, which provide liability cover for approximately 90% of the world’s ocean-going tonnage.
With NorthStandard, you can be sure we’re always on your side. As an advocate for change we give our members a powerful voice, bigger than the sum of our parts. By championing our mutual causes, pushing boundaries, and influencing thinking, we can help guide the industry’s’ future direction of travel.
NorthStandard – taking on tomorrow, together
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Contact: Sanchit Dutta, Head of Middle East, India & Africa – sanchit.dutta@nepia.com
Website:www.north-standard.com/
The J M Baxi Group prides itself in being a 108 year old business conglomerate within the trade and shipping sector through service offerings in the Marine Services, Ports & Logistics and Technology sector. Professionally managed companies within the group span the entire logistics services value chain including
● Port facilities | container and multi-cargo port terminals, cruise terminals, container freight stations, inland container depots and rails
● Niche logistics services | bulk cargo, project cargo, offshore installation and ship
agency services You can find more information about our verticals here
● Marine Services: Our long established data-driven business vertical. Combined, all the marine services companies of the group collectively make the group India’s
largest professional and integrated marine agency.
● Ports & Logistics: As a part of the infrastructure and logistics vertical, the group caters to a need for specially designed shipping logistics infrastructure including port facilities such as container and multi-cargo port terminal
● Technology: This decade-old vertical has a keen presence in water, communications and digital solutions for the maritime trade. The youngest and most dynamic space in the group.
Website:www.jmbaxi.com/
Stephenson Harwood LLP is an international law firm with a presence in eight global locations, with our Middle East regional hub office located in Dubai.
For several decades the firm has been recognised as a major force in shipping, offshore, trade and commodity sectors, with award-winning and world-leading teams of lawyers. With offices in key trading hubs, clients include many of the world’s largest shipowners, shipyards, major ship finance banks, marine insurers and IG P&I clubs, energy services companies, oil and gas businesses and commodities traders.
Our Dubai office boasts one of the largest regional teams – six partners plus 17 additional fee earners – focussing specifically on maritime law transactions and issues, including contentious and non-contentious matters. A key strength of the team is its diversity of practitioners at all levels and its ability to advise clients in relation to both common and civil law legal proceedings covering the full spectrum of shipping issues that are significant and commercially sensitive matters throughout the region, often attracting media attention.
Furthermore, Stephenson Harwood was also shortlisted for the “Net-Zero Transition Award” by IFLR Middle East Awards 2023 in recognition of its positive steps towards aiding a net-zero transition through its various initiatives and work with clients in the advancement of decarbonisation policy, framework, and regulation. Our expertise in relation to maritime decarbonisation spans a wide range of matters including decarbonisation regulation, sustainable finance and climate change disputes.
Our team is a Tier 1 ranked Shipping practice, where we are described by clients as ”one of the best shipping law firms in the UAE” and commended for our “relentless commitment to excellence” and for our ability to “provide clients with comprehensive legal advice and specialised expertise in all areas of maritime law“.
Website:www.offshoreenergylaw.com/
Conceived with the vision of uniting all aspects of the broad and dynamic maritime industry, the International Maritime Club has been working for the global maritime industry and oil & gas sector for the last 17 years IMC’s primary mission is to foster continuous development, facilitate the exchange of
knowledge and ideas, and promote the growth of maritime trade globally. The
organization has been serving as a bridging force to bring together decision makers, communities, organizations, and associations under a single platform. IMC provides numerous opportunities to its member associations and promote their events and activities through its the social media channels. IMC also organizes various events to recognize and enhance the professional qualifications of its members by establishing partnerships with prestigious academic institutions and universities. In 2014, to recognize and honor outstanding professionals in the maritime and oil & gas sectors, IMC organized its inaugural Golden Helm Awards. This event honoured industry professionals for their exceptional contributions. Since then, the club has partnered with various industry events, further extending its reach and impact. The most recent awards event was the 2024 Honorary Doctorate Leadership Excellence Awards held at the
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel, located in Dubai, UAE, on the 2nd of May, 2024.
Website: www.internationalmaritimeclub.com
OISA as an affiliated institution to the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was set up to serve Islamic Ummah in maritime transportation field according to the Third Summit Conference of the OIC countries in 1981, Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia. OISA aims to enhance trade exchange and cooperation among Islamic countries in the field of maritime transport and increase cooperation amongst them.
OISA Projects:
1. Islamic Protection and indemnity Club
2. Bakkah shipping Company
3. Cooperative information system
Tel: +966 2 6636584 / 6637882 / 6653379
Fax: +966 2 6604920
E-mail: mail@oisaonline.com
Website: www.uia.org/s/or/en/1100006182
The Asia Wind Energy Association is the leading industry association for the wind energy sector in the Asia-Pacific region. Acting as the industry representative, the Asia Wind Energy Association aims to capitalize on this opportunity. The association aims to develop and communicate conclusive policies to influence the decision-making process of the Asian governments to create a positive investment environment and enable greater deployment of wind energy in the Asia-Pacific region.
The Asia Wind Energy Association is the central agency in Asia-Pacific on wind energy issues for its members and will provide a platform to interact with wider constituencies by organizing monthly networking events and quarterly
theme focused events
Website: www.asiawind.org
For the past 13 years, Maritime Gateway, a south asia’s premier maritime business magazine, has emerged as the most sought after platform for the stakeholders to keep themselves updated on the latest happenings in the industry. In presenting cutting-edge information on the latest happenings, topical issues and current trends in the industry in the most lucid and coherent way possible we are guided by a very strong and knowledgeable editorial advisory board, extensive support from trade bodies and associations. The editorial advisory board members meet regularly to discuss thread bare what should be discussed in the magazine and also to draw a roadmap for the events we organise.
With the turn of the current decade, the maritime sector is more than ever concerned about the pollution caused by this giant industry. A paradigm shift is being brought about in the fuels, fuel additives used in the sector. A lot of confusion still persists among the stakeholders as regarding to the fuels and technologies that will be standardised and accepted by the regulatory authorities.
In order to bring more clarity on the fuels that are being brought into the market, the research and development happening and the new technologies that are being evolved, Maritime Gateway has come up with “Future fuels” a new website that brings you the most up-to-date information on the latest happenings in the fuels and fuel additives sector.
Website:www.futurefuels.in
ASCA Maritime FZE is an established service provider for the Marine industry, specializing in:
Being on the local market for several years has granted ASCA a solid profile, long-term customer loyalty and a large network of industry contacts to facilitate the most demanding customer requirements.
Refined approach to business in every step taken and every decision made is what sets us apart in this crowded market. This approach makes itself felt and appreciated by our long-term customers and partners.
Our mission is to provide our customers a Safe, Economical and High Quality Service in the aforementioned fields, free of errors, miscommunication and always answering to agreed specification.
Our procurement team is a dedicated group with extensive experience in Supplies management which not only ensures 24/7 availability but also that the customer gets the best quality product with an emphasis on optimizing the lead time and prices.
Contact Details:
Mr. Nikolaos Chatzipetros
Managing Director
+971 56 114 8912
Website:www.ascamaritime.com
TT Club
TT Club is the established market-leading independent provider of mutual insurance and related risk management services to the international transport and logistics industry. Our services include specialist underwriting, claims management and risk and loss management advice, supported by a global office network.
Our mission is to make the global transport and logistics industry safer, more secure and more sustainable.
The Club was established in 1968. We currently have more than 1300 Members, spanning owners and operators, ports and terminals, and logistics companies, working across maritime, road, rail, and air. Our Members range from some of the world’s largest logistics operators to smaller, bespoke companies managing similar risks. We strive to be known for our high-quality service, in-depth industry knowledge and enduring Member loyalty. We retain more than 95% of our Members yearly, with some having chosen to insure with the Club for over 50 years.
India Shipping News (ISN) is an Online Web Portal which delivers fastest and most relevant current news on Shipping, Logistics, Maritime, Export – Import, Infrastructure, Economy, Business and Trade.
Our focus is to source and deliver latest and updated news for the overall trade and our Readers. ISN delivers authentic and foremost important news on regular basis presenting cutting-edge information on latest happenings, topical issues and current trends in the industry by the most possible way.
Being freely accessible digitally on all the smart devices from across the world our online portal www.indiashippingnews.com is attracting a large and targeted audience. This portal is comprehensively categorized in different News categories which allows our Readers an easy access and quick reading.
Website:www.indiashippingnews.com
Maritime SheEO promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment in the maritime and logistics sectors. Founded by Sanjam Sahi Gupta in 2019, Maritime SheEO focuses on fostering leadership, innovation, and sustainability in the industry by supporting women in maritime through education, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
The organization aims to break barriers for women, addressing the gender imbalance in an industry traditionally dominated by men. Maritime SheEO organizes events like the Maritime SheEO Conference (with over 3000 attendees in person and online), offers training programs, and collaborates with various stakeholders to create a more inclusive maritime environment. It also runs initiatives such as research reports, leadership programs, newsletters and awareness campaigns to inspire more women to pursue careers in shipping, logistics, and maritime sectors.
The Maritime SheEO Community has over 500 women and has helped over 50 women succeed through its mentorship program and over 90 women grow through its Leadership Accelerator Program (LEAP). Maritime SheEO’s broader mission aligns with the UN’s Sustainable development Goals, particularly those related to gender equality and sustainable economic growth.
Website : www.maritimesheeo.com
The world over, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are recognized as a dynamic sector and credited with the creation of over 80 percent of total employment. In India, SMEs have created 480 million jobs while the organized sector has created 29 million jobs. This vital sector embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and is represented by the All India Association of Industries (AIAI), its core mission being ‘building bridges of prosperity through industry’.
Established in 1956 in Mumbai, the commercial capital of the country by Shri Babubhai M. Chinai, M.P., the AIAI has over 1500 members and through its affiliates it represents over 50,000 industries. Nearly 70 percent of its members are from the SME sector. With sweeping changes brought about by rapid globalization, mergers and takeovers having become the order of the day, with new challenges for industry to a large extent AIAI meets the requirement of SMEs in this process.
Website : www.aiaiindia.com
Founded in 1856, The Mission to Seafarers is a global non-profit organization funded entirely by voluntary donations. Since the beginning we have had one mission; to provide compassion, care, and support to seafarers around the world when they need it most. Currently, The Mission to Seafarers has a presence in 200 ports in 50 different countries worldwide. This makes us the largest port-based welfare organization in the world. We provide support to seafarers 365 days per year, regardless of their rank, nationality, gender, or religion.
The vital, but often invisible, element in the network that makes up the economic system that we depend on are the men and women who sail the ships that keep everything moving. Their lives are stressful and can be dangerous. They contend with isolation, demanding working conditions, and not infrequent personal crises. In an emergency, The Mission to Seafarers is often the only help on offer. No matter what problem a seafarer is facing, globally, they know they can turn to us for help, advice, and support.
Website: www.missiontoseafarers.org
The Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA), is the only organisation representing the global ship agency and ship broking professions. Established in 1969 it now has members in 60 countries, including all major maritime and trading nations. Its remit is to “promote and protect the professions of ship agency and ship broking worldwide”, a task which it undertakes through dialogue with its member associations and its consultative status with IMO, UNCTAD, UNCITRAL and the World Customs Organisation, as well with the European Commission and other regional bodies. FONASBA also enjoys reciprocal memberships with the Baltic Exchange, BIMCO, the Comité Maritime International, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, the International Port Community Systems Association, indemnity insurer ITIC and the Shipbrokers’ Register and works closely with all other maritime sector bodies, both internationally and in Europe.
For further enquiries contact Jonathan C. Williams FICS, General Manager at: generalmanager@fonasba.com
Website:www.fonasba.com
The IMarEST (est 1889) is a membership body/learned society with 20,200 members across 128 countries. It promotes the development of marine engineering, science and technology, providing opportunities for the exchange of ideas and upholding the status, standards and expertise of marine professionals worldwide. The IMarEST is a NGO with consultative status at the IMO.
The IMarEST UAE branch strives to enrich the regional maritime industry, independent of employers’ patronage of professional development. We believe that an investment in the maritime services environment yields the best interest in terms of nurturing the talent pool and creating a solid foundation for marine professionals. This boosts regional maritime competitiveness commensurate with Dubai’s ambitious vision of being one of the world’s leading maritime centers by 2021.
Website:www.imarest.org/
StormGeo is a leading technology provider enabling weather-sensitive companies to navigate operational challenges in dynamic environments and volatile markets. With nature and weather intelligence at its core, StormGeo’s technological innovations and human expertise transform data into actions that safeguard people, industries, and nature for a sustainable future. With a global presence and 24/7/365 operations, StormGeo’s industry experts, analysts, and technologists offer timely and actionable insight that empowers our clients’ decision-making.
We are dedicated to driving positive impact across various industries.
We are the industry leader in ship routing services. More than 12,000 ships rely on our software and services for navigational planning, route optimization, weather and fleet performance. Out of Dubai, UAE, StormGeo works with major Middle Eastern shipowners across different sectors, including tankers, LPG, bulk and containers.
StormGeo is a proud participant in the UN Global Compact’s Ocean Stewardship Coalition and is committed to enabling responsible business decisions.
StormGeo is part of Alfa Laval.
Contact: Hesham Moustafa, Head of Sales Shipping – Middle East, hesham.moustafa@stormgeo.com
Website: www.stormgeo.com
YoungShip Sri Lanka is a non-profit organization founded under the auspices of the renowned YoungShip International and is the voice for emerging professionals in the maritime industry in Sri Lanka. We have a 325+ strong membership representing all areas of the industry (students, seafarers, established professionals) who share our passion and our belief that young people are the most significant constituent to ensure our maritime industry’s ongoing growth and success. YoungShip Sri Lanka’s objectives are guided by four key pillars: knowledge and skills amplification, empowering the next generation, championing Sustainability & Community Outreach, and driving Operational Excellence & Innovation.
Website : www.youngship.com
DSAA completes its successful 24 years in May 2024, which was established by a group of prominent shipping agents, with the encouragement of local ports & customs authorities.
The Dubai Shipping Agents Association is a non-profit organization and not engaged in any commercial activity. It provides a forum for members to pool information.
Objectives :
DSAA is one of the Business Groups under Dubai Chamber. Member of FONASBA – UK & agent for BIC – Container Codes – Paris
Middle East Fuji LLC (www.mef.ae) was established in the UAE in 1993 to offer marine supply and related services for ships calling UAE ports. As part of Fuji Trading group global supply solutions, we standardize products and services to meet the satisfaction of our customers. We cater to the requirements of the most well-known marine operators globally with excellent product range and service solutions.
Middle East Fuji provide complete range of MRO requirements to maritime industry – as a one stop shop service provider in the region. We supply ships, provide engineering services (mechanical, automation and inspection services), have excellent logistics solutions, arrange special equipment and parts and work with owners and machinery manufactures for new building ship equipment selection and installation requirements.
Middle East Fuji Engineering, which has more than 30 factory trained, maker certified service engineers provide after sales services on behalf of global machinery manufacturers in the region. The team are specialized in all critical marine related requirements – being it mechanical, automation, electrical or inspection services. We represent many Japanese and Korean manufacturers in the region, including Shinko Pumps, Fukui Safety valves, Kosaka pumps, Mitsubishi Steering Gear systems etc.
Middle East Fuji also provide exceptional solutions to industrial customers partnering with the best known brands for industrial applications – related to safety, personnel protection, cutting, beveling, punching solutions, industrial tools, dunnage bags, pumps and many more. We are authorized distributors of many of the best known manufacturers in the region like Fuji Tools, 3M, Nitto Kohki, Deltaplus, Orbitallum, Graco, Ansell etc to name a few. More details are available in http://industrialsolution.ae
Website: www.mef.ae
The Maritime Economy is The Global Maritime Business News Portal and Publications that aims to Serve the Blue Economy, covering a wide spectrum of the entire Ocean-based Economy within India and Worldwide.
The Maritime Economy Publications features exclusive Editorial, Articles, Market Information and Analysis, Interviews, Blogs, Market Updates, Past, Present & Future Market Trends, SOPs, Business News and Maritime Segment business opportunities available within the region.
The Maritime Economy Publications is a part of Oceantrade Media Private Limited which is a Blue Economy specialized Maritime Business Media Company, aspire to create various G2B and B2B platforms to some of the core Maritime Segments within the Industry.
The company intends to work very closely with the various Stakeholders of the Maritime Industry such as Maritime Trade Bodies, Industry Associations, Clusters, Maritime Boards, Trade Councils, Central & State Government Ministries, Bodies and Authorities for the development and the growth of the Indian Maritime Industry, while planning and organizing various Maritime Industry focused Portfolios, Projects and Programs.
Careem is building ‘the everything app’ for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an awesome organisation that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earning opportunities for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 50 million customers, and built a platform for the region’s best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Lahore to Marrakech.
Website: www.careem.com
Steamship Mutual’s aim is to provide a comprehensive high-quality P&I service backed by sound underwriting and strong reserves. The Club has been providing P&I insurance to its Members since 1909 and is a Member of the International Group of P&I Associations.
Steamship Mutual employs over 200 staff in 8 offices around the world. With an “A” Rating from S&P and Combined Ratio of 95.4% The Club remains one of the strongest in the industry, with Free Reserves of US$454 million and total assets of US$1.5 billion.
Steamship Mutual support their Members and find insurance solutions to best suit their needs and risk appetite.
Steamship Mutual Members choose the Club for financial stability, service, creativity, and flexibility. It is these qualities that attract new Members, and which bolster Steamship Mutual’s reputation.
The Club and its Managers have an important role to play in supporting both existing and potential Members in their own ESG and sustainability agendas. This includes their transitions to zero carbon fuels, meeting new and evolving regulatory requirements and embracing new and emerging technologies.
ESG support is provided by way of loss prevention, finding underwriting solutions to new issues, and ensuring the Club is well-placed to give advice and guidance on contractual and regulatory issues.
Website: www.steamshipmutual.com
PETROFINDER is the leading and young company which is providing the most advanced online platform for the real time trading and auction solutions for international oil and gas industries and major physical markets. Please find our introduction and services as follows :
1. B-to-B Online Trading Platform in Energy Sector.
2. Trading & Brokerage, Marketing and Consulting Services.
3. Online P.R and Advertising Services.
4. Global Recruitment and Energy Expert Finding Services.
Website: www.petrofinder.com
The Nautical Institute is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) with consultative status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Open to members from the Emirates, we are always warm to new ideas and collaborative efforts to improve maritime standards in the Middle East. With a rapidly growing potential to support members working predominantly offshore, the branch is continually working to engage and represent professionals at all stages of their careers and across a broad range of sea-going and shore-based roles. Our aim is to promote professionalism, best practices and safety throughout the maritime industry and to represent the interests of our members.
Website: www.nautinstae.com
Etihad Rail was formed under Federal Law No. 2 with the mandate of managing the development, construction, and operation of the UAE’s national railway, which was built to link the principal centres of industry, manufacturing, production, population, and import/export points of the UAE and will form a vital part of the planned GCC railway network.
Construction on the network expansion to connect the emirates spanning across the entire UAE, from Ghuwaifat on the border with Saudi Arabia to Fujairah on the eastern coast, began in January 2020. In February 2023, the UAE National Rail Network was inaugurated following its completion whilst also marking the launch of freight operations in the UAE.
The National Rail Network now links all emirates, connecting residential, industrial, and commercial centres with four key ports across the UAE. This includes seven logistic centres located in Ruways, the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Khalifa Port, Dubai Industrial City (DIC), Jebel Ali Port, Al Ghayel Dry Port, and Fujairah Port.
Website: www.etihadrail.ae
SeaNews is an information and analysis agency specialized in transport and logistics business. We are focused on international cargo transportation including but not limited to container shipping, logistics, foreign trade, maritime industry, railway, ports and terminals, road haulage, multimodal, SCM, customs business, IT solutions and state of the art transport technologies.
In the market since 2000
International transportation is our core interest
Special focus on container industry, shipping and ports
Breaking news on www.seanews.ru
Cargo and container traffic via all Russian sea ports and terminals in PortStat online service
Website: www.seanews.ru
mid-east.info is a leading business news and information publisher that covers the greater Middle East region. Since 2012, we have been providing daily updates on news, articles, reports, and other forms of content for professionals interested in doing business in the Middle East. Our goal is to offer instant business updates, market data, tips, reports, and analysis to help business professionals stay informed about the MENA region.
Website: www.mid-east.info
Worldoils is a company that combines the power of marketing as well as the
in-house expertise for the Oil, Gas, Offshore and the Maritime industries.
Worldoils web portal www.worldoils.com has become a truly central platform
for visitors who need information regarding oil and gas products and
services, research, training, conferences, news and events as well as a
popular advertising base for providers of Oil, Gas, Marine and Offshore
services. Worldoils has also launched the jobs system and a marketplace. In
the recent months, Worldoils has strengthened its position as a fast
developing central place for buying and selling of land rigs, offshore rigs,
barge rigs and other oilfield and subsea equipment.
Website:www.worldoils.com
DUBAI GLOBAL NEWS. A GROUP OF ELECTRONIC MAGAZINES. DOING REVIEWS, EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS AND PROMOTION OF HOTELS, RESORTS AND RESTAURANTS AND ALL THE COMMERCIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN UAE
OUR ACTIVITIES:
1. All media coverage.
2. Interviews
3. Reviews and evaluation of restaurants resorts, hotels and airlines
4. Filming and publishing events on YouTube and broadcast.
OUR SERVICES:
1. Banner ads – pop-up windows – consecutive windows, all ads are text, pictures and video
2. Media and news coverage of all events and publishing all news issued by accredited local authorities and public relations offices.
FOR PUBLISHING AND ADVERTISING
Website: www.dubaiglobalnews.com
Robban Assafina” is the leading Middle Eastern & North African Maritime Magazine, Website, & Smart Phones’ application, specialized in Shipping, Ships, Offshore & Marine Technology.
Published in Lebanon with a specialized crew of Maritime Experts, Masters & Engineers, who focus directly on shipbuilding, ships, ports, and everything related to the world of marine navigation, communication and machineries.
Our Maritime Media Services will give you the special opportunity to reach key players and decision makers of the Middle East and North African Maritime and Offshore Market, in addition to the availability in the specialized maritime related events our Magazine is participating in as a Media Partner.
Website: www.assafinaonline.com
LENOL is a global oil marketer providing customers with high performing marine lubricants in all major ports worldwide. Headquartered in Dubai (UAE) with offices in Hamburg (Germany) and Singapore, LENOL offers a full marine product range covering all your vessels’ needs. Our German R&D center provides technology which ensures best engine performance and protection. Our global partner, FUCHS LUBRICANTS GERMANY GMBH, provides decades of experience in proven specialty lubricants covering all machineries on board.
LENOL stands for Lubricating ENgine OiLs. The LENOL team is comprised of marine professionals with over 100 years of combined industry experience and all our offices work hard to ensure safe and sustainable operating processes.
LENOL products are offered in over 40 countries and in more than 900 ports all over the world.
If you are looking for reliable service, premium quality products and efficient operational processes, then LENOL is your partner of choice.
Website: www.lenolmarine.com
Al Safina Security is a global security provider that offers maritime security services in the high risk areas.
ALSS has an extensive vessel protection experience, covering over 50 strategic areas of operation, for more than 12 years in the market, protecting over 10,000 vessels, allowing its clients to conduct operations in areas that they wouldn’t normally pursue.
Al Safina Security adheres to all applicable and relevant international and national legislation and regulations. This ensures that the services provided to clients are efficiently managed through effective risk management practices following and adhering to industry standards.
In our senior management, we bring together individuals with diverse maritime and security experiences to meet rapidly changing threats that appear offshore and onshore on a daily basis understanding the complexity of the environment our clients are operating at.
Website:alsafinasecurity.com
S ONE excels in proprietary investment and asset management. S ONE is instrumental in developing strategy for its multi asset investment portfolio with investment focus on socially and environmentally driven impact investing, technology, energy transition, zero emission mobility and sustainable agriculture/agri technology.
S ONE is owner of high-quality investments in renewable energy in the UK and USA and agri/agritec investments in the UK, Kenya, and USA as well as zero carbon transportation assets and Zero Carbon mobility in the UK and mainland Europe.
Through selective investment participation, our investment experience, network, and financial strength, we strive to make our investments best-in-class.
About NMDC
NMDC Group, based in the UAE, is a leading company in the marine and energy industry sectors. Renowned for delivering noteworthy projects, we take pride in offering flexible, cost-effective and timely solutions to our clients.
The Group owns and operates four business units: NMDC Dredging & Marine, NMDC Energy (formerly NPCC), NMDC Construction (formerly Emarat Europe), and NMDC Engineering. Committed to excellence and led by responsibility, we deliver projects of unrivaled quality, adhering to the most rigorous third-party certifications.
NMDC Group stands as a prominent catalyst in propelling Abu Dhabi’s development and bolstering the UAE’s efforts to further shape its modern landscape and stimulate the local economy. With an extensive track record, the Group’s specialized knowledge and expertise have significantly enhanced the region’s infrastructure while diligently safeguarding the ecological environment.
Moreover, the Group actively contributes to the continuous growth of the region’s economy by spearheading innovative projects, embracing operational excellence, innovation, and championing sustainable practices. This commitment further reinforces our position as a trusted partner of choice across the EPC ecosystem.
Supported by an impressively large fleet, diverse capabilities, and a global network of offices, NMDC Group possesses the professionalism and motivation to operate anywhere in the world. We thrive on overcoming even the most challenging site conditions, ensuring the success of every project we undertake.
NMDC Group Mission, Vision, and Values
Our vision is to deliver innovative solutions shaping the future.
At NMDC Group, our mission is threefold:
Our organizational values unite and inspire us:
Knowledge – Accountability – Morality – Alliance – Leadership
Our People
At NMDC Group, our workforce comprises over 25,000 employees representing 85 different nationalities. This diversity brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our organization, enriching our culture and driving innovation. We remain committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce that truly reflects the communities we serve, nurturing an environment where every individual feels valued and empowered.
Sustainability Vision
At NMDC Group, we do more than just build projects; we construct them sustainably, prioritizing environmental conservation and social responsibility. As part of our commitment to sustainability, the Group is actively contributing to the decarbonization of the energy sector and building the essential infrastructure to enable climate adaptation solutions, thus protecting our communities from the risks posed by climate change.
Our sustainability vision is anchored in three pillars:
Furthermore, our sustainability initiatives extend beyond our core operations to encompass Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. These include beach cleanups, tree planting initiatives, and other community-based projects aimed at making a positive impact in the countries in which we operate.
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Objectives
NMDC Group is dedicated to being a responsible corporate citizen, with a focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives. We prioritize excellence in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE), which forms the cornerstone of our operations.
We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact through proactive measures and sustainable practices. Our comprehensive Health & Safety policies ensure the safety of the public, our employees, as well as our plant, equipment, and third parties.
The Group also adheres to high standards of work quality, demonstrated by compliance with rigorous third-party certifications, including the ISO 9001 quality standard.
Transparency, openness, and a commitment to continuous improvement drive NMDC Group’s day-to-day operations.
Monjasa is a global partner in the oil and shipping industries and among the world’s 10 largest marine fuel suppliers. Our core business includes reselling and supply of marine fuels and shipowning activities.
By emphasising strong personal relations and engaging with local shipping communities, we service shipowners, charterers and operators in more than 800 ports worldwide. Our fleet of some 30 tankers and barges has helped us reach leading market positions in hard-to-reach markets across West Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
Monjasa supplies around 6.5m tonnes of marine fuels with our own fleet of tankers completing 6,000+ ship-to-ship operations yearly.
Today, we employ around 600 traders and other maritime specialists and recorded total revenue of USD 4.4bn in 2023.
Middle East shipping partner
Firmly rooted in the Middle East since 2006, Monjasa’s office in Dubai employs 75 specialists covering regional supply operations across the Arabian Gulf and West Africa.
The Monjasa Group presence in the UAE also includes Montec Ship Management DMCC and agency company, Monjasa Marine LLC, servicing the shipping industry across UAE ports.
Website: www.monjasa.com
The Maritime Economy is The Global Maritime Business News Portal and Publications that aims to Serve the Blue Economy, covering a wide spectrum of the entire Ocean-based Economy within India and Worldwide.
The Maritime Economy Publications features exclusive Editorial, Articles, Market Information and Analysis, Interviews, Blogs, Market Updates, Past, Present & Future Market Trends, SOPs, Business News and Maritime Segment business opportunities available within the region.
The Maritime Economy Publications is a part of Oceantrade Media Private Limited which is a Blue Economy specialized Maritime Business Media Company, aspire to create various G2B and B2B platforms to some of the core Maritime Segments within the Industry.
The company intends to work very closely with the various Stakeholders of the Maritime Industry such as Maritime Trade Bodies, Industry Associations, Clusters, Maritime Boards, Trade Councils, Central & State Government Ministries, Bodies and Authorities for the development and the growth of the Indian Maritime Industry, while planning and organizing various Maritime Industry focused Portfolios, Projects and Programs.
Website: www.maritimeeconomy.com
Maritime Gateway has emerged as South Asia’s premier publication focused at the shipping and logistics industry for more than a decade. We are committed to create a meaningful dialogue which would help the trade and industry. In presenting cutting-edge information on the latest happenings, topical issues and current trends in the industry in the most lucid and coherent way possible we are guided by a very strong and knowledgeable editorial advisory board, extensive support from trade bodies and associations. The editorial advisory board members meet regularly to discuss thread bare what should be discussed in the magazine and also to draw a roadmap for the events/webinars we organise.
Website: www.maritimegateway.com
TradeMaker magazine covers various areas of global trade. The monthly international publication encompasses: The Maritime World, Environment, Infrastructure, Aviation, Logistics, Railways, Road, and Pipeline Transportation. A versatile periodical, TradeMaker also incorporates Luxe lifestyle experiences, Articles and case studies related to the financial world, and export import information.
If you want to showcase and talk about your brand, product, or service; publish your story; have a message to convey; want to be recognised as a writer/compiler — TradeMaker is the appropriate medium for you
Website : www.trademakermagazine.com
Cleaner Seas is an online publication that covers the whole range of marine
environmental issues and legislation, ranging from matters such as oil pollution
prevention to control of funnel emissions, and from the dumping of rubbish to use of antifoulings.
It is produced with the active assistance and support of the major maritime
organisations.
Cleaner Seas has three main objectives:
– to keep shipping decision makers up to date with environmental issues,
– to inform a wider readership of what action is already being taken by shipping to prevent environmental damage, and
– to project a balanced view of the industry’s environmental record, which is far better than the tabloid press would have us believe.
Website : www.cleanerseas.com
Maritime Matrix Today is a monthly journal, known in industry circles as a leader in information & news pertaining to technical & commercial aspects of the shipping industry.
Populated with regular columns by industry doyens, exquisite presentation and coverage are the hall-marks of the Maritime Matrix Today.
Readership has jumped to envious levels, and this magazine’s popularity gives the competition ever new benchmarks to overcome.
Website: www.maritimematrix.net
The MAREX Bulletin is a bi-weekly journal, now in its 22nd year of publication. Over the last ten years our nation-wide readership has progressively grown to over 305000 globally per week.
The core strength of The MAREX Bulletin is the news and information related to seafaring employment, Maritime Training, and the shipping industry, both national and global.
Not surprisingly our clientele includes prominent shipping companies, ship-manning agencies, maritime training centres, E-service providers, hotels & lodges, uniform suppliers and clothiers, publishers and money changers, banks, travel companies, etc. from all over the nation as well as from abroad.
Website: www.marexmedia.com
AZIMOUTHIO Yachting Info – the Ultimate Marine Directory in the Mediterranean and Middle East, providing Yachting and Shipping information.
35.000 copies produced annually and distributed by hand to 188 Marina Offices in 26 Countries and the resident and visiting vessels in each port. Couriered to Agents, Yacht Managers and Shipping Companies, our aim is that Owners, Captains, Crew, and all in the Yachting Industry get their free copy every year. Well known within the marine industry, AZIMOUTHIO Yachting Info has established its reputation as a respected brand name.
AZIMOUTHIO Yachting Info App – the First and Only App worldwide which has been specifically designed for users to access information in just 2 steps, even offline!
AZIMOUTHIO Online Directory www.azimouthio.com – another extremely useful tool.
AZIMOUTHIO YachtingRadio.com – bringing seamless beautiful lounge music to Yachts around the world. Stay tuned…!
AZIMOUTHIO – certified by LLOYDS ISO 9001:2008
Website: www.azimouthio.com
The logistics industry provides one of the most important services to our globally connected world and the COVID-19 outbreak of 2020 has resulted in many repercussions to both businesses and individuals all over the world. One is that many of us are now working remotely rather than in offices, therefore we have created the new DigiFreight platform. THE NEW ERA IN NETWORKING for the freight forwarding industry. Our unique platform with built in time zones enables forwarders to connect with one another directly through their mobile device across several communication platforms.
Website: www.digifreight.live
Universal Freight Organisation (UFO) was formed in January 2000 and today the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified association boasts representation in 100+ countries. UFO are proud to have maintained a ‘One Member per country’ policy (with the exception of USA and China), making them one of the only remaining exclusive freight forwarder networks in the world. With various membership benefits including our bespoke Meeting Hub where our members can connect virtually, the most advanced Virtual Meeting Platform in the industry!
Website: www.ufofreight.com
Established in 2010, Project Cargo Network (PCN) is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified organisation providing a networking platform for the world’s top-heavy lift and project cargo specialists. Members work for many sectors including oil and gas, pulp and paper, automotive, construction, power and energy, as well as aid cargo. Our fast-growing organisation comprises of 260+ specialists in 115+. With various membership benefits including our bespoke Meeting Hub where Members can connect virtually, Online News/PR Service and offering Professional Online Training.
Website:www.projectcargonetwork.com
Freightbook is a fast-growing online database of 1500+ freight forwarders in 140+ countries. The unique profile pages and rating system provide a good insight into each registered company.
Freightbook also provides a useful Smartphone Service where forwarders and suppliers to the freight industry can be found quickly on mobile devices, and a comprehensive online training course on Heavy Transport (Kuehne+Nagel, Bertling Logistics, DSV Panalpina and DHL have all recently signed up several of their staff).
Website: www.freightbook.net
Cargo Connections is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified general cargo network formed in 2014 and offers Restricted Representation so membership is only offered to a limited number of freight forwarders who offer air, sea and road freight services per country. With a cutting-edge website, Cargo Connections offers various innovative membership benefits including a bespoke Meeting Hub, the most advanced Virtual Meeting Platform in the industry!
Website: https://www.cargoconnections.net/
The magazine for the maritime dry bulk industry.
Dry bulk shipping, commodities, port, logistics and equipment issues are all reviewed in every issue of IBJ and regularly updated on the website. The magazine’s in-depth special features keep the world’s bulk shipping and cargo handling industry informed of developments and trends in their markets and provide advertisers with unrivalled opportunities to promote their products worldwide. Powered by International Bulk Journal, the IBJ Awards is now firmly established as the maritime bulk industry’s Night of the Year.
Website: www.ibj-online.com
SeaNews is an information and analysis agency specialized in transport and logistics business. We are focused on international cargo transportation including but not limited to container shipping, logistics, foreign trade, maritime industry, railway, ports and terminals, road haulage, multimodal, SCM, customs business, IT solutions and state of the art transport technologies.
In the market since 2000
International transportation is our core interest
Special focus on container industry, shipping and ports
Breaking news on https://seanews.ru/en/
Cargo and container traffic via all Russian sea ports and terminals in PORTSTAT online service
Website: seanews.ru
Based in London, UK, Specialist Freight Networks (SFN) exists to facilitate the safe and profitable exchange of business between its members. SFN, ISO 9001:2008 Certified, is an International Group of Exclusive and non-Exclusive Specialist Freight Networks operating under one unifying umbrella. SFN links together 210 elite independent small and medium sized freight forwarders in 102 countries, who are united in their quest to find global, trusted, specialist agents. Experts in their respective fields, SFN members are able to handle the requirements of global importers and exporters, in an efficient and professional manner.
Website: www.specialistfreightnetworks.com
International Freight Network (IFN) brings together 185 independent freight forwarders in 102 countries. Based in London, UK, IFN provides its members with the platform to connect and exchange business with other strong and proactive freight forwarders. IFN ensures it recruits only top-quality companies; those dedicated to providing a highly expert service to their fellow members. In short, IFN is a growing international group of vetted business partners, ready and able to professionally handle business requests, all around the world.
Website: www.internationalfreightnetwork.com
World Freight Network (WFN), ISO 9001:2008 Certified, successfully links together 237 independent freight forwarders in 102 countries. Based in London, UK, WFN exists to facilitate the safe and profitable exchange of business between its members. WFN recruits strong, high calibre forwarders, dedicated to providing an excellent service. Upon joining WFN, forwarders are introduced to an international group of proficient, vetted partners all sharing one goal: to increase business volumes. WFN has achieved a truly global presence, and its members have the local expertise necessary to meet the demanding requirements of the world’s top importers and exporters.
Website: www.worldfreightnetwork.com
Manifold Times is the only independent bunker specialist media in Asia, where we have gained much popularity in Singapore since our January 2018 launch. This is the right place to be if you are keen on the latest happenings, and more, taking place at the world’s largest bunkering hub.
Website: www.manifoldtimes.com
ACTUALIDAD MARITIMA Y PORTUARIA, digital journal, aims to cover a leading space for News related to maritime, port and logistic activities. Its reach has extended to Spain and all Latin American countries, where it has already established itself as one of the leading professional and specialized media in the maritime, port and logistic sectors.
Website: https://actualidadmp.com/
The Middle East branch of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers was established in 1995. Initially called the Dubai branch covering members in the United Arab Emirates, the jurisdiction of the branch was extended to the entire Middle East: Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Djibouti, Sudan, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE & Oman; and renamed as the Middle East branch.
The Middle East Branch of the Institute is one of the most active branches worldwide. With over 250 members working in different segments of the shipping industry, the branch has a prime position among the professional bodies in the Middle East. Regular networking sessions, academic sessions, specialized training, and corporate training programs are conducted on a regular basis. The student Awards Night, a glittering ceremony conducted every year in Dubai and attended by over 250 business leaders and guests from the region is a permanent event in the Dubai Shipping Calendar.
website: www.icsmiddleeast.org
UAE – India Business Council (UIBC) is the only Official Joint Business Chamber set up by both the Governments for promoting economic synergy between the UAE and India. UIBC was formally launched during 11th Session of the India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting on 3rd September 2015 in New Delhi.
UIBC work towards providing its member companies a platform to track opportunities in the UAE-India trade corridor, explore new avenues for investment, and deepen engagement with relevant stakeholders.
Website: https://uibc.org/
The UAE Shipping Association (UAESA) was established to promote and protect the interests of ship owners and the shipping community of the UAE, whilst also providing a common platform for interaction within the rest of the industry. UAESA will endeavor to be a focal point between the industry and the authorities. If required, the Association shall provide competent marine advisors for support as UAE representation at various marine forums. UAESA will promote the UAE flag internationally by proposing suitable amendments to the authorities. UAESA will encourage marine knowledge through education and training for the benefit of the UAE shipping community.
Website: www.uaesa.ae
Formed in 1974 in London the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) is an international networking organisation whose mission is to attract and support women, at the management level, in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors. WISTA UAE’s founding members are Rania Tadros (President), Meena Mathews (Treasurer), Christine Mavromichalis (Secretary General) and Liana Kouimtzi (Marketing & Events Manager).
56 countries support a National WISTA Association (NWA) each of which work collectively for the promotion of diversity within the Maritime and Trade industries. WISTA’s vision is to empower women to lead through their unique perspective and competencies with the conviction that gender diversity is key in providing a sustainable future for the shipping industry internationally.
Website: www.wistauae.com
Founded in 1889, the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) is a premier professional body headquartered in London, uniting 12,500 marine engineers, scientists & technologists worldwide. With consultative status at the IMO, IMarEST plays a pivotal role in shaping maritime policy and promoting international collaboration. The UAE branch serves as a regional hub for technical knowledge exchange, hosting high-impact events that engage ship owners, designers, port authorities, classification societies & service providers. These forums empower forward-thinking companies to present innovative solutions that tackle complexity and enhance ship efficiency to the Middle East’s dynamic maritime fraternity.
Website: https://www.imarest.org/group/united-arab-emirates.html
Globalia Logistics Network is an exclusive network of the highest calibre freight
forwarders in each key air/seaport worldwide who operate in an environment of
disciplined cooperation under a single brand name.
Globalia awards each agent its own local market where it enjoys all the multinational benefits: a global brand, reliable partners everywhere, delimited territories, wide coverage, an Annual Meeting and much more.
Globalia Logistics Network is at the cutting edge of technology by offering its members its own freight rate management software: FreightViewer, which allows them to provide instant online door-to-door quotations for their clients and partners.
Website: www.globalialogisticsnetwork.com
The Cooperative Logistics Network is a capped, non-exclusive alliance of hand-picked freight forwarders in each major air/ seaport who co-operate in a financially secure environment to reduce costs and risks and grow their businesses by actively working together to compete against the largest multinationals. The Cooperative Logistics Network does not believe in claiming a membership fee and offering its members nothing in return. On joining the network, members immediately gain a global brand, a directory of reliable, financially secure agents who actively work together to bid for the largest contracts and negotiate lower rates from carriers and insurers.
Website:www.conquerornetwork.com
The Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA) is a voluntary organisation of the shipowner associations of Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea and the Federation of ASEAN Shipowners’ Associations (FASA), comprising shipping associations of ASEAN countries, consisting of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. The objectives of the ASA are to act as a channel to convey Asian Shipowners’ voices to the international shipping community as well as to enhance and strengthen the ASA’s stature. At the same time, it is also a platform for all ASA members to liaise with one another and to help promote cooperation, amity and friendship amongst its members. Following the principle agreed at the first Asian Shipowners’ Forum (ASF) meeting which was founded in April 1992 when its first meeting was held at Japan Shipping Club in Tokyo and ASA was formerly named,
the venues for the annual meetings have been conducted on a rotational basis by the members from the North to South in geographical order. Between annual ASA meetings, the ongoing work is carried out by five Standing Committees: The Seafarers Committee (SC), the Ship Insurance and Liability Committee (SILC), the Safe Navigation and Environment Committee (SNEC), the Shipping Policy Committee (SPC), and the Ship Recycling Committee (SRC). It has been estimated that ASA shipowners and managers control and operate around 50% of the world’s cargo carrying fleet.
Website: www.asianshipowners.org
Raiya Group
Al-Raiya Group stands as a pioneering Iraqi company making remarkable strides not only in the maritime industry but also extending its influence across diverse sectors, from logistics, oil, gas, and security to infrastructure, and land and air transportation. Its dedication to innovative solutions has led to its success in improving shipping safety and environmental awareness. Partnered with the Iraqi Oil Ministry, Al-Raiya’s transformative approach facilitates the safe and secure transportation of crude oil and its derivatives through an extensive fleet of the finest oil tankers and VLCCs.
Al-Raiya Group’s achievements speak for themselves, as its recent inauguration of the Grand Welcome Yard is a game-changer, incorporating cutting-edge technology and automation systems. Adhering to the highest standards, its specialized oil and container terminals further elevate the efficiency of Iraqi ports. Whether it’s maritime transportation, power generation, or security systems, Al-Raiya offers a suite of smart solutions tailored to prepare for a technology-dependent future. Its commitment to serving the Iraqi people have helped it earn the trust of Iraq’s authorities, making it the first Iraqi company to achieve such a milestone. Al-Raiya envisions a technological shift, positioning Iraq as a strategic hub on the Silk Road, connecting it to the world.
ASCO is a service provider with years of experience and comprehensive knowledge in the Maritime Industry. This extensive experience and knowledge enable ASCO to understand the complexities and intricacies of the maritime sector, including shipping, logistics, and related services.
As a service provider, we strive to deliver the highest level of services to our customers. This commitment is rooted in trust and reliability, ensuring that customers can rely on ASCO to handle their shipments with care, efficiency, and professionalism. By focusing on these qualities, ASCO aims to build strong and long-lasting relationships with our customers.
ASCO group of companies includes Aiyer Shipping Agency Pvt Ltd (India), Aiyer Logistics Ltd (India), Aiyer Packaging & Transport Services Pvt Ltd (India), Aiyer Shipping & Logistics LLC (UAE), Aiyer Lanka Shipping Pvt Ltd (Colombo), Aiyer Shipping Agency Pte Ltd (Singapore), and Aiyer Shipping Agency SDN BHD (Malaysia).
The vision of ASCO is to successfully navigate and conquer the challenges of the maritime industry, symbolized by crossing the “seven seas.” This vision indicates our determination and ambition to handle shipments of all shapes and sizes, regardless of complexity or scale. ASCO aims to provide comprehensive solutions for various types of cargo, ranging from smaller shipments to larger and more complex projects.
Overall, ASCO’s years of experience, comprehensive knowledge, commitment to trust and reliability, and ambitious vision contribute to our dedication in delivering excellent services in the maritime industry.
About SOHAR Port and Freezone
As one of the fastest-growing ports in the world, SOHAR Port and Freezone continues to leverage on its strategic location and enhance its services, positioning itself as a key logistics hub within the region and across the world boasting container, liquids, and bulk terminals. A powerful combination of the expertise of the Port of Rotterdam and the government of the Sultanate of Oman, represented by ASYAD, it is earmarked as one of the Sultanate’s mega-projects, home to logistics, petrochemicals, and metal clusters, as well as the region’s first dedicated agri terminal. Today, after 17 years of operation, it serves as the main gateway for import and export in Oman, directly contributing 2.1% of the country’s GDP and almost 26,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. With a focus on sustainable development and cutting-edge technology, it is leading the development and modernization of the Sultanate’s logistics infrastructure and supporting the economic diversification objectives of Oman’s 2040 Vision.
Website : soharportandfreezone.om
Islamic P&I Club (IPANDI) is a non-profit marine insurance provider established among 57 Islamic countries to offer liability coverage for shipowners worldwide. Officially formed in 2004 with backing from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Organization of the Islamic Shipowners’ Association (OISA), IPANDI was endorsed at multiple high-level Islamic conferences. Its headquarters is in Dubai, with additional offices in London, Athens, and Jakarta, and it operates through 425+ correspondents in 125 countries.
IPANDI offers a broad range of services including Protection & Indemnity (P&I), Freight Demurrage & Defence (FD&D), Charterers’ Liability, War Risk, and Hull & Machinery (H&M). The Club aims to match the standards of established global P&I clubs, offering shipowners a cost-effective and comprehensive alternative, particularly across Islamic nations.
Strategically, IPANDI focuses on decentralization, cooperation with top reinsurance firms, and capacity-building for loss prevention. It promotes fair treatment of its members’ vessels across ports and encourages insurance companies in member states to support its framework.
Recent growth includes deeper engagement in Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean, with VIMC ARIES—a partnership between Vietnam’s state-owned shipping giant and a local maritime
consultancy—appointed as its representative in Vietnam. IPANDI holds a BBB rating from Muhanna & Co., renewed its Panama Maritime Authority approval, and is recognized by the General Arab Insurance Federation. The Club has earned repeated industry recognition— nominated 11 times and awarded 5 times as Marine Insurer of the Year by The Maritime Standard (TMS). Other accolades include Marine Insurer of the Year by Robban Assafina in 2023, reinforcing IPANDI’s rising global stature.
Website: www.ipandi.club
We are a premier Ship Chandler / Offshore supplier based in the UAE. Saifee, over the past 47 years, has successfully developed as one of the leading and most reliable partners to the marine & offshore industry in the Middle East. With an aim to provide clients across the globe with a cost effective, quality conscience and around the clock supply solution, Saifee maintains an inventory of over 40,000 line-items, specializing in all areas provisions and technical stores, which are available for immediate supply. We are a fully ISO certified organization, operating from a SQFT350,000, facility situated strategically in heart of industrial Dubai.
Our attention to detail, commitment to quality and service has earned the SAIFEE brand a leading reputation amongst major global and regional Tanker and LNG vessel operators. Our continuous investment in infrastructure, human resource and technology ensures that we are able to provide a competitive, and quality based supply chain solution to all of our partners.
For further information, please contact us via email – saifee@saifeeship.com
Website: www.saifeeship.com
LUKOIL Marine Lubricants is a company specializing in the production and marketing of marine lubricants worldwide.
It was founded by LUKOIL, the leading Russian company in the exploration, production, refining and marketing of petroleum products. LUKOIL was established in 1991 and is now the world’s largest privately owned oil and gas company by proven reserves of crude oil, operating “From the Wellhead to the Gas Station”. LUKOIL Lubricants is responsible for over 40 per cent of all lubricants produced in Russia and markets these products in at least 58 countries across the globe.
In 2007 LUKOIL decided to bring its expertise in lubricants technology to the maritime industry and founded LUKOIL Marine Lubricants as a stand-alone global sales and marketing business offering customers outstanding operational and technical service based on an in-depth knowledge of marine lubricants. Customers can count on excellent support developedby people who know the business, from order manager to CEO.
LUKOIL Marine Lubricants offers a state-of-the-art marine grade range comprising main and minor grades of proven quality, exceeding OEM specifications. LUKOIL’s engine oils (main grades) provide excellent deposit and wear control and meet the demands of latest and highly rated engine designs. The minor grade range is produced in cooperation with FUCHS Europe Schmierstoffe GmbH, which ensures that high quality products for ancillary machinery are globally available at all times.
LUKOIL Marine Lubricants was formed to service you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Website: www.lukoil.com
As countries in the Middle East continue to enhance and develop infrastructure, their maritime presence is gaining traction. Furthering development notably sees an increased requirement for support services. Amongst these services is a maritime arbitration Centre within the Middle East that now provides parties with alternative access to dispute resolution.
Established in 2016, in accordance with an Emiri decree by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, as an independent, non-governmental, non-profit institution, the Emirates Maritime Arbitration Centre (EMAC) fills the geographical gap for specialised maritime arbitration between East and West. With a membership base of 230 individuals including, 48 arbitrators, 23 mediators and 24 experts, EMAC is managed by the maritime industry, as represented by its 14 member board of trustees, and competent secretariat.
Impartial and transparent, EMAC works with organisations across the region to facilitate resolution of maritime disputes through arbitration and mediation. As the first and only maritime arbitration Centre established in the MENA region, EMAC aims to position itself as a Centre of excellence for maritime dispute resolution, adhering to best practices in-line with international standards.
EMAC actively promotes arbitration and mediation with rules that provide for efficiency through light touch case management, access to the latest studies on alternative dispute resolution as well as education for professional development in arbitration.
EMAC’s arbitration rules adopt the latest UNCITRAL rules with the addition of emergency arbitration and fast track arbitration for smaller valued disputes. For the team at the Centre, the priority remains to deliver a trusted global standard in maritime arbitration and mediation.
With a growing membership portfolio, EMAC connects the maritime industry with an experienced panel of arbitrators, mediators and experts who specialise in a wide range of maritime related fields across international borders.
Website: www.emac.org.ae
Sharjah Ports Authority manages the three commercial ports of Sharjah the only Emirate that has ports in both coasts of UAE.
APort Khalid located in the heart of Sharjah city is a multipurpose port of 21 berths handling container, break bulk, ro-ro, project and bulk products.
Hamriyah Port is located 15km north of Port Khalid on the Arabian Gulf adjoining the Hamriyah Free Zone which is one of the fastest growing economic zones in UAE and home to over 5000 companies. The port is also a multipurpose port and key gateway for Hamriyah Free Zone investors and industry located in the northern Emirates. The facility which has a quay of 1100 meters with a depth of 14 meters, an LPG and a petroleum product terminal.
Khorfakkan Port strategically located on the Gulf of Oman coast outside the sensitive Strait of Hormuz is a jewel in the crown of Sharjah. It is a major container port of UAE handling in excess of 3 million TEUs and is a port of call to the largest container ships presently plying the seas.
Knowledgeable and well trained customer oriented staff ensure true customer satisfaction.
Make Sharjah Ports your port of call.
Email: shjports@eim.ae
Website: www.sharjahports.gov.ae
We are a premier Ship Chandler / Offshore supplier based in the UAE. Saifee, over the past 47 years, has successfully developed as one of the leading and most reliable partners to the marine & offshore industry in the Middle East. With an aim to provide clients across the globe with a cost effective, quality conscience and around the clock supply solution, Saifee maintains an inventory of over 40,000 line-items, specializing in all areas provisions and technical stores, which are available for immediate supply. We are a fully ISO certified organization, operating from a SQFT350,000, facility situated strategically in heart of industrial Dubai.
Our attention to detail, commitment to quality and service has earned the SAIFEE brand a leading reputation amongst major global and regional Tanker and LNG vessel operators. Our continuous investment in infrastructure, human resource and technology ensures that we are able to provide a competitive, and quality based supply chain solution to all of our partners.
For further information, please contact us via email – saifee@saifeeship.com
Website: www.saifeeship.com
Established in 2006, AD Ports Group today serves as one of the world’s premier facilitators of logistics, industry, and trade, as well as a bridge linking Abu Dhabi to the world. Listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX: ADPORTS), AD Ports Group’s vertically integrated business approach has proven instrumental in driving the Emirate’s economic development over the past decade.
Operating five business clusters covering Ports, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Maritime & Shipping, Logistics, and Digital, AD Ports Group’s portfolio comprises 35 terminals, with a presence in over 50 countries, and more than 550 square kilometres of economic zones within KEZAD Group, the largest integrated trade, logistics, and industrial business grouping in the Middle East.
AD Ports Group is rated “A+” & “gcAAA” by S&P and “AA-” Outlook stable by Fitch.
Website: www.adportsgroup.com
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