Established in 1998, Pole Star Space Applications Limited is the proprietary provider of PurpleFinder® - the leading Web-based solution for maritime fleet management, maritime security, and maritime domain awareness operations. Our specific products include; DSAS Guard - a SOLAS XI-2/6 compliant ship security alarm system (SSAS), and Reporter - a ship/vessel tracking and emerging SOLAS XI-2/14 compliant long-range identification and tracking system (LRIT). Our extensive client list includes many 'blue-chip' shipping companies including Barber, BP, Brostrum, Cunard, Hanseatic, Oldendorff, P&O Nedlloyd, Univan, and V. Ships, as well as several major Naval entities, Port-State Control, and Flag Administrations.
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.
Stony Brook, New York, United StatesUpdated Feb 2001
Poly Therm Corp is a manufacturer specializing in custom rubber and plastic products, serving various industrial sectors including maritime applications.
Port Authority Bruges-Zeebrugge manages the port of Zeebrugge, providing maritime services, cargo handling, and business opportunities within the Port of Antwerp-Bruges network.
Ancona Molo S. Maria, Porto, ItalyUpdated Jun 2003
Autorità di Sistema Portuale del Mare Adriatico Centrale manages and oversees port operations and development for multiple ports including Ancona, Pesaro, Falconara Marittima, San Benedetto del Tronto, Pescara, Ortona, and Vasto in Italy.
The Port Authority of Conneaut manages marina and beach areas in Conneaut, Ohio, providing dockage for boats up to 30 feet and engaging in coastal resilience and redevelopment projects.
Falkenbergs Terminal AB offers efficient cargo handling, logistics, and storage services with modern equipment and extensive experience, specializing in dry bulk handling and third-party logistics.
The Port Authority of Varberg manages and operates the port facilities in Varberg, Sweden, providing services for shipping, cargo handling, and maritime logistics.
The Judge Organization, headquartered in the Port of New York, provides services including trucking, public and contract warehousing, import and export container handling, and railfreight handling since 1924.
Port Freeport has continued to make improvements to its facilities while implementing its Strategic Master Plan. Prodjects currently underway are:
Construction of Dock A (750 ft. dock) is nearing completion
· The expansion of an open storage yard was completed
· Port Freeport has experienced tremendous growth in truck traffic. On average 6000 trucks per month are visisting Port Freeport for pick up and delivery of cargo.
· The port’s mobile container crane apron work area expansion has been completed
· Port Freeport has widened its access channel to allow for the passage of 100,000 dwt ships
· Port Freeport’s deep berthing area has been deepened to 70 ft. This area has become a preferred site for specialized cargo business sucha as heavy lift pieces and drill rigs
Port Freeport is a niche port and is always willing to cater to our clients specific needs. Port Freeport has established Foreign Trade Zone #149 and is currently working on expanding this general purpose zone to areas in the northern parts of Brazoria County.
Port Freeport Tonnage Statistics
Tonnage 747,839
Domestic Tonnage 164,555
Total Tonnage 912, 934
During FY 1999-2000 annual ship calls were 164. There has been a 27.6% increase in barge calls for Port Freeport. Currently, Dole Liner Express is the only liner service to and from Central America with stops in Freeport. The primaryimport cargo is bananas and other fruits form Central America. Port Freeport is now recognized asn the nations top banana port of the Gulf Coast.
Port Freeport is a thriving port with all the necessary components to be a full service port. Port Freeport’s 45 foot deep, 400 foot wide and 3.5 mile long channel quickly brings in vessels up to 80,000 dead weight tons from the Gulf of Mexico to the harbor.
Port Freeport is currently implementing an aggressive expansion program that has dredged our deep berthing area to 70 feet and we are now actively working toward the extension of “A” dock to 750 feet. The port has a Gottwald 280 multi-purpose mobile crane, which has the capacity to perform twenty-five container, moves per hour or be outfitted to handle lifts in excess of 100 tons. Port Freeport has continued to acquire equipment and proceed with expansion plans to provide enhanced services to its clientele. Contrary to some larger Gulf ports, Port Freeport still offers personal, tailor-made service to its customers.
In addition, Port Freeport has on site warehouse and transit shed space in excess of 400,000 square feet. Foreign Trade Zone #149 is active at Port Freeport. The FTZ permits unique incentives to Port Freeport’s clientele. An active FTZ may allow for the deferral, reduction or possible elimination of duties. Port Freeport maintains an inventory of developable properties that could meet most any needs of its’ clients.
In 1999, Port Freeport handled more than 872,000 metric tons of neo-bulk, breakbulk, containers and liquid bulk commodities. Port Freeport is truly a multi-purpose port. Dole Fresh Fruits, Chiquita Brands, Inc and American Rice are a few of the companies that call Port Freeport Home.
Port Hedland, Western Australia, AustraliaUpdated Dec 2000
The Port Hedland Port Authority is a bulk minerals port, with the great majority of its exports being Iron Ore. The 1998/99 financial year saw a throughput of 67,230,080 tonnes, of which Iron Ore made up 63,705,916 tonnes.
The Port Huron Museum preserves and illuminates history and culture for the benefit of the Port Huron community, offering educational programs, events, and exhibits.