The International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses (IARW), was founded in 1891. IRWA Headquarters offices are in Alexandria, VA, USA with division offices in the Netherlands and India.
In addition to collecting information and encouraging the exchange of ideas, IRWA aggressively promotes more efficient distribution services, aids members in adopting new technology, advises members concerning legislation and regulations affecting the food industry, assists members in complying with U.S. and international regulations, and participates in alliances with industry and international organizations having a common interest in the safe and efficient flow of food products around the world. All active members of IARW are also members and beneficiaries of the work of The World Food Logistics Organization (WFLO).
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a United Nations specialized agency that establishes international standards and regulations for civil aviation safety, security, efficiency, and environmental protection.
The International Forum for Safety and Health at Sea promotes the well-being, safety, and health of seafarers in compliance with national and international maritime regulations.
The International Labour Office is the secretariat of the International Labour Organization, focusing on labor standards and rights, including those relevant to the maritime industry.
International Maritime Security (IMS) was established in 1986, to provide security advice to the maritime industry. All members of IMS have had a lifetime of experience as security executives. The greatest strength of IMS is its professional expertise in studying cruise ships, ferries, cargo ships and ports, and in designing Protective Security Measures to assist in preventing acts of violence and crime. IMS security executives have a comprehensive knowledge of the new SOLAS Regulations concerning security and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code; also US, Canadian and UK maritime security legislation.
International Registries (UK) Ltd. provides support and expertise for the Republic of the Marshall Islands Maritime and Corporate Registries, specializing in vessel registration, maritime security, and corporate services.
MarPortSecurity LLC is a company structured to meet your security needs in the post 9/11 environment. We specialize in providing practical risk-based security solutions for ports, vessels, facilities, and any entity operating in the maritime or coastal areas of the world. In particular, we can help you COMPLY with the new ISPS Code and national maritime security regulations.
Our in-house consultants are primarily former U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety and Security Officers who have spent full careers dealing with maritime industry, regulations, and achieving the best balance between regulation and your business objectives. Teaming agreements with other companies and individuals adds highly credentialed personnel with backgrounds in federal law enforcement, the special forces of the United States and Industrial Security.
We believe that no other company can easily assemble the broad array of talent that MarPortSecurity can send to identify and meet your security needs.
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Marco Crane & Rigging Co. provides hourly operated and bare crane rental services with a versatile fleet including boom truck cranes, rough terrain cranes, lattice crawler cranes, and carry deck cranes across Arizona and California.
Marine Response Alliance LLC provides emergency vessel response services including rescue towing, lightering, salvage, fendering, and firefighting, complying with OPA 90 and California regulations.
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The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is a UK government agency responsible for implementing maritime safety policy, coordinating search and rescue operations, and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations.
Maritime Reporter is a leading maritime news and magazine publisher providing industry news, analysis, and information on shipbuilding, offshore, coastal/inland shipping, government, equipment, training, and maritime law and regulations.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is a UK government agency responsible for implementing maritime safety policy, coordinating search and rescue, and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations.
NIST maintains a World Trade Organization (WTO) hotline (301-975-4041) with a recording that reports on the latest notifications of proposed foreign regulations that may affect trade.
The North Pacific Fishery Management Council is a regional body responsible for managing fisheries in Alaska, operating under NOAA Fisheries to ensure sustainable fishing practices and marine resource conservation.
Northeast Export Magazine is the only publication directly targeted at the $341 billion international business community located in the Northeastern United States. From computer equipment to medical technologies to electronics equipment, the region is booming with firms discovering tremendous opportunities in the international marketplace.
The Panama Canal Authority is the autonomous agency of the Government of Panama in charge of managing, operating and maintaining the Panama Canal. The operation of the Panama Canal Authority is based on its organic law and the regulations approved by its Board of Directors. For more information, please refer to the Panama Canal Authority’s Web site: www.pancanal.com.
Polish Steamship Company (Polsteam) operates a modern fleet specializing in the transport of bulk cargoes globally, adhering to environmental protection regulations.
Classification Society.
An independent expert institution acting on the international market, conducting business for the benefit of the community. Through formulation of requirements, survey and issue of appropriate documents, PRS assists State Administrations and the Society's clients in ensuring safety of people, floating objects, land undertakings, the safety of carried cargo and that of the marine and non marine environment.
The Port of Aysen is part of the Chilean Maritime Authority (DIRECTEMAR), providing maritime services, port administration, safety, and regulatory oversight in Aysen, Chile.
DIRECTEMAR is the Chilean Maritime Authority providing maritime services including port captaincy, maritime safety, hydrography, maritime training, and digital maritime procedures.