Great Neck, New York, United StatesUpdated Oct 2003
Since 1989, Drug Testing International has worked with industry, providing a full
range of services in drug and alcohol testing and substance-abuse programs, both
nationally and internationally. We offer comprehensive drug and alcohol testing
and substance-abuse programs by prevention through education, detection through
testing, and implementation training for supervisors.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a leading institution specializing in aviation, aerospace, and applied sciences education with campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, Prescott, AZ, and worldwide online programs.
The Energy Resources Center at the University of Illinois Chicago provides research, education, and technical assistance on energy and environmental issues, including sustainable energy solutions relevant to maritime industries.
Energy Seminars, Inc. provides continuing education seminars for the energy industry, covering topics such as natural gas, energy hedging, and contracts, taught by experienced industry professionals.
One stop source for energy conversion systems (power and propulsion) software, slide shows, online calculators, textbooks, educational and consulting services.
The Environmental & Engineering Geophysical Society (EEGS) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing geophysics in environmental and engineering applications through conferences, education, and research.
Fachhochschule Kiel, Fachbereich Maschinenwesen is an academic department specializing in mechanical engineering education and research in Kiel, Germany.
Stillwater,, Oklahoma, United StatesUpdated Oct 2003
Training
Fire Protection Publications, in partnership with the International Fire Service Training Association, produces high quality, technically accurate, and affordable fire training and educational materials for fire and emergency responders.
Boca Raton,, Florida, United StatesUpdated Apr 2005
Training
The Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering at Florida Atlantic University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in ocean and mechanical engineering, conducting research and providing education in related maritime engineering fields.
The Fluid Sealing Association, founded in 1933, is an industry organization focused on promoting technical knowledge and standards related to mechanical seals, gaskets, pump and valve packings, and expansion joints, with an emphasis on education, sustainability, and integrity.
Fremantle Sea Rescue is located in Western Australia and performs over 500 rescues a year. Fremantle Sea Rescue operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Fremantle Sea Rescue is staffed entirely by volunteers....
The two product service lines that historically have helped maritime companies and self insured employers save millions of dollars has been,
1. Medical Nurse Case Management - where we receive notification of the injury claim within the first 24 hours and the nurse coordinates all the medical care advising our clients on the course of the medical portion of the claim. The benefits resulting in an earlier release to full duty or obtaining medical information early in the claim so that the employer or shipowner can be pre-warned if the injured party cannot go back to work or in the case of a passenger outlining and controlling reasonable rehabilitation costs.
2. On the back end of the claim there is Medical Bill Auditing, this is done by our Med-Check division, by nurses who review medical records, who search for CPT codes errors and look to alleviate any fraud or over exaggeration in medical billing. We audit all medical services of any kind in every state.
The plaintiff attorneys in the U.S. along with a small portion of medical providers have been working together to escalate medical damages related to maritime accident claims. The Federal Jones Act and The Federal Long Shore Act does not limit liability awards on maritime claims and therefore it has become an arena for fraud and abuse. The maritime industry can defend against these claims with the proper use of medical cost containment services.
Gdynia Maritime Academy is a leading maritime training institution in Poland, operating training ships including the tall ship Dar Młodzieży and offering education and professional development for maritime professionals.
Geospatial Information & Technology Association (GITA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing GIS technology through education, scholarship, recognition, and mentorship for geospatial professionals.
University of Duisburg-Essen is a major German higher education institution formed by the 2003 merger of Gerhard Mercator University and University of Essen, offering diverse academic programs and research opportunities.
Wellington,, Kapiti Coast,, New Zealand (Aotearoa)Updated Feb 2008
GlobalMET is an international association established in 1996 that promotes and supports maritime education and training, with consultative status at the IMO and a network of over 50 institutions from more than 25 countries.
Great Lakes Schooner Company, Ltd. operates tall ship cruises and private boat charters in Toronto Harbour, offering corporate events, weddings, educational programs, and public dinner and brunch cruises.