The Business Anti-Smuggling Coalition (BASC) is an international organization focused on secure commerce and anti-smuggling certification, providing training, certification, and cooperation services to enhance trade security.
The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT) Ireland is a professional body promoting professionalism in logistics, transport, and supply chain through education, training, membership, and industry engagement.
The Corporation of Trinity House is the General Lighthouse Authority for England, Wales, the Channel Islands and Gibraltar, providing aids to navigation, deep sea pilotage, and supporting seafarers through charitable activities.
Great Yarmouth,, Norfolk, United KingdomUpdated Jul 2005
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The East of England Energy Group (EEEGR) is a regional energy industry organization representing diverse sectors including offshore wind, oil, gas, nuclear power, and renewables, providing networking, business introductions, industry news, and skills development programs.
The Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA) promotes fair and equitable practices and represents the global shipping agency and broking professions at international, regional, and national levels.
The Florida Harbor Pilots Association is comprised of nearly 100 highly-skilled harbor pilots serving Florida's 14 deepwater ports, ensuring safe navigation and assisting with port development and operations.
The George Washington University Department of Emergency Medicine provides medical support and consulting services for the travel assistance and commercial shipping industries, including maritime medical services and telemedicine.
The Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute (GLMRI) is a consortium dedicated to research in marine transportation, logistics, economics, engineering, environmental planning, and port management, focusing on sustainable maritime commerce on the Great Lakes.
The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) is an internationally recognised independent ship classification society and an IACS member providing marine classification, statutory surveys, offshore certification, and maritime technical services.
The Institute of Marine Studies at the University of Plymouth offers marine and maritime education and research, supporting sustainable ocean interaction and ecosystem services.
The InterPortPolice is an international association uniting airport and seaport police and security forces to coordinate information sharing, training, and best practices for law enforcement and public safety at airports, seaports, and transport systems worldwide.
The International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS) is an independent, non-political organization dedicated to the professionalism, recognition, and training of marine surveyors worldwide.
The Kirkpatrick Group, Inc. specializes in wire rope lubrication systems and environmentally safe wire rope lubricants, supporting maintenance programs worldwide since 1982.
The Lincoln Electric Company is a global manufacturer of welding products, equipment, and consumables, providing training and education in welding technology.
Southampton, Hants, United KingdomUpdated Dec 2003
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The Merchant Navy Welfare Board is a UK Registered Charity dedicated to promoting high-quality welfare services for merchant seafarers and their dependents in the United Kingdom.
The National Association of Marine Surveyors, Inc. (NAMS) is an international association providing certified marine surveyors for inspection, consulting, training, and certification services in the maritime industry.
The National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Inc. (NCBFAA) represents over 1,422 member companies and 170 affiliates with 110,000 employees in international trade, including freight forwarders, customs brokers, ocean transportation intermediaries, NVOCCs, and air cargo agents.
Arlington, Virginia, United StatesUpdated Mar 2012
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The National Waterways Foundation is a research and learning center providing peer-reviewed studies and educational programs to support and promote the reliability, efficiency, security, and prosperity of America's inland waterways system.
The North Pacific Fishing Vessel Owners' Association (NPFVOA) is a nonprofit organization based in Seattle providing Coast Guard-approved maritime safety training and education for commercial fishing and other mariners in the Pacific Northwest.
The Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association (NeLMA) is an organization based in Maine, USA, providing lumber grading programs, export wood packaging inspection services, educational resources, and industry publications for lumber manufacturers and consumers.
The Norwegian Shipbrokers Association (Norsk Skipsmeglerforbund) is a professional organization in Oslo, Norway, providing legal assistance, market reports, education, and industry updates for shipbrokers and agents.
The River School, Inc. is a U.S. Coast Guard approved marine training center offering courses in licensing, maritime security, RADAR, Tankerman, personal survival, and river rescue.
The School for Marine Science and Technology at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth offers advanced education and research in marine science and technology.