THE AAPA PORT & INDUSTRY SERVICES DIRECTORY - The American Association of Port Authorities' comprehensive official directory and registry of port-related services and equipment companies serving the port industry throughout the world.
Maritime Employment Opportunities - Opportunities exist on U.S.-flag vessels on the high seas, the Great Lakes, Coastal and Inland Waters, and on offshore oil and mineral vessels. Crew members of American merchant ships enjoy excellent pay, and working and living conditions. Most jobs provide 13 days or more of paid vacation for every 30 days worked. A Career Afloat is by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration and the Ship Operations Cooperative Program.
The Admiralty and Maritime Law Guide includes over 1,500 annotated links to admiralty law resources on the Internet and a growing database of admiralty case digests and opinions, arbitration award abstracts and international maritime conventions. The emphasis is on the law of the United States and the focus is on Internet resources that can be used in an effective and practical manner by admiralty attorneys and maritime professionals. Internet sites that are notably comprehensive in their treatment of admiralty law or a related area are marked with flags.
All American Marine, Inc. specializes in placements within the marine industry. Our goal is to help applicants gain employment within the maritime industry. We match your career goals and background with the jobs available through our network of companies. Because of our network, we are often able to refer a candidate for a position before it is publicly advertised. World-wide openings are always available.
American Association of Port Authorities - AAPA, the alliance of leading ports in the Western Hemisphere, protects and advances the common interests of its diverse members as they connect their communities with the global transportation system.
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is one of the world's leading ship classification societies. The primary purpose of ABS is to determine the structural and mechanical fitness of ships and other marine structures for their intended purpose. It does this through a procedure known as classification. ABS establishes and administers standards, known as Rules, for the design, construction, and operational maintenance of marine vessels and structures.
American Maritime Officers was chartered in 1949 as the Brotherhood of Marine Engineers, an affiliate of the Seafarers International Union of North America. Today, American Maritime Officers thrives as an independent national union representing licensed officers in all sectors of the U.S.-flag merchant fleet, including ocean-going, Great Lakes and inland waters commercial, military support and cruise vessels. In the 21st Century, AMO's steadily expanding job base will include the first U.S.-built ocean-going cruise ships in nearly 50 years, a fleet of smaller cruise vessels operating along the East, West, and Gulf Coasts, and the revolutionary FastShip container vessels.
Howard Publications was founded by David A. Howard in 1951 and has published magazines covering international logistics and transportation since that time. American Shipper magazine was first published under that name in May 1974 and is designed to serve the information needs of shippers, carriers and third parties involved in international transportation and for executives managing international logistics and supply chains.
The American Waterways Operators is the national trade association representing the owners and operators of tugboats, towboats, and barges serving the waterborne commerce of the United States. Its mission is to promote the long term economic soundness of the industry, and to enhance the industry's ability to provide safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible transportation, through advocacy, public information, and the establishment of safety standards.
The Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control in the Asia-Pacific Region, known as the Tokyo MOU, was concluded in December 1993 at its final preparatory meeting in Tokyo. For the purpose of the Memorandum, a Port State Control Committee composed of a representative of each of the Authorities that have accepted the Memorandum will be established. An observer from each of the International Maritime Organization, the International Labour Organization, the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific and any other organization or authority which the Committee may deem appropriate will be invited to participate without vote in the work of the Committee.
A Guide to Coastal Information in Atlantic Canada - The goal of the Atlantic Coastal Zone Information Steering Committee (ACZISC) is to provide a focus and forum for the development and coordination of a regional coastal zone information infrastructure, i.e. appropriate mechanisms to manage information and data effectively and to facilitate its exchange and dissemination, and to promote integrated coastal zone management initiatives.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority is a largely self-funded government agency with the charter of enhancing efficiency in the delivery of safety and other services to the Australian maritime industry.
Mission statement: AMSA will pursue world's best practice in the efficient provision of highly effective maritime safety, aviation and marine search and rescue, and marine environment protection services.
Belize Register Corporation is a recognized organization fully authorized by International Merchant Marine Registry of Belize (IMMARBE) to survey and issue statutory certificates for Belize Flag vessels on behalf of the government of Belize. Since October 25, 1999 Mr. Edward W. Anchor has been appointed Deputy Registrar of Merchant Shipping of Belize and is empowered to issue Provisional and Permanent Registration. To provide a worldwide service, Belize Register Corporation has established a network of qualified and experienced surveyors located in major ports of the world.
BunkerNews is the undisputed world leader in bunkering information. Together, the BunkerNews monthly journal and the BunkerNews Daily offer an unrivalled coverage of the industry. And the BunkerNews Directory is still regarded as the industry bible for up-to-date contact information.
BunkerNews Daily- the exclusive independent daily bunker news and pricing subscription service, available every working day by internet or fax. Features extensive port by port prices from our independent panel of major bunker brokers. Provides breaking news, the latest changes in contact details and new company information. Delivers unique analysis of the events and issues that impact global bunker markets.
BunkerNews Directory of International Bunker Suppliers, Traders and Brokers - the original bunker industry directory - and still the best source of contact information: Lists every significant bunker supplier, trader and broker in the world - more than 800 companies and 2000 personnel, in over 75 countries. Fully updated and published every May and November.
BunkerNews Special Survey - five high quality surveys per year cover bunkering in all major ports and offshore in each region world-wide.
Bureau Veritas provides an extensive range of specialized services in the areas of Conformity Assessment, Consulting, Training and Outsourcing. Better management of your transport equipment for a smoother supply chain. Bureau Veritas is already responsible for around 50% of the world's new containers and in-service equipment and is developing its services in container handling equipments (Port and terminal cranes), but also in mass transit transportation. Services include inspections, classification and quality planning.
Welcome to Business Monitor International's newly launched homepage. BMI is a leading print and online publisher of specialist business information on global emerging markets. Our range of daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly services covers political risk, finance, macroeconomic performance, outlook and forecast, industry sectors and the business operating environment. BMI also publishes directories and CD-ROMs profiling multinational companies active in emerging markets. Business Monitor International (BMI) publishes specialist business information on global emerging markets for senior executives in more than 125 countries worldwide. A wholly independent, London-based company, BMI has specialized in the analysis of global emerging markets since its foundation in 1984.
CCG is a complex, multi-layer organization. At its most basic, it is a collection of marine programs and services - Search and Rescue; Boating Safety; Environmental Response; Icebreaking; Marine Navigation Services; Marine Communications and Traffic Services; and Navigable Waters Protection - that are collected under the CCG Marine Programs banner. It exists to support the departmental mandated objectives of protecting the marine and freshwater environment, maintaining maritime safety, and facilitating maritime commerce and ocean development. Support to those CCG Programs is provided by the CCG Fleet, as well as by Integrated Technical Support. Added to the CCG-specific programs and their related activities is the next layer, which is the support that CCG provides to the rest of the department - primarily through Fleet support as the operator of DFO vessels - to help meet the departmental mandate objectives of managing and protecting fisheries resources and understanding oceans and aquatic resources (marine science).
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is the lead federal government department responsible for developing and implementing policies and programs in support of Canada's economic, ecological and scientific interests in oceans and inland waters. This mandate includes responsibility for the conservation and sustainable use of Canada's fisheries resources while continuing to provide safe, effective and environmentally sound marine services that are responsive to the needs of Canadians in a global economy. Including those who serve in our fleet, at each of the six regional offices and at headquarters in Ottawa, Fisheries and Oceans Canada employs approximately 10,000 people across the country.
CIFFA The Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association was founded September 1948 in Montreal by a small group of freight forwarders who saw a need to create an industry association to meet the professional demands of its members. Our mission is to represent and support members of the Canadian international freight forwarding industry in providing the highest level of quality and professional services to their clients.
The Canadian Marine Advisory Council (CMAC) is a forum for consultation with and information sharing among marine community stakeholders on matters of safety, navigation, and marine pollution. In the council, membership includes commercial shippers, fishers, recreational boaters, unions, federal departments and other levels of government. CMAC is jointly coordinated and chaired by senior members of Transport Canada, Safety and Security and of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Canadian Coast Guard.
The Canadian Marine Manufacturers Association (CMMA) represents the interests of those companies who manufacture and distribute recreational boating products in Canada. CMMA members come from all provinces and include companies supplying boats, motors, trailers and other products and services to Canada's recreational boating market.
CargoWeb is a known name in the transport business. More than 1500 visitors a day. If you join Cargoweb as a company, we offer you the possibility tot profile your company in a efficient and cheap manner.If your company has anything to do with the transport of logistics sector, than Cargoweb is the way to communicate directly with your targetgroup. If you would like to know more about the possibilities of Cargoweb, register as a Company.
China Classification Society - To carry out classification surveys and surveys for class maintenance to ships and offshore installations, issue classification certificates and other necessary documents and publish the Register of Ships
Det Norske Veritas - DNV is a leading provider of safety and reliability services, where classification, certification, verification and advisory services are key activities. Based in Norway, DNV is a truly international company with more than half of its staff comprised of people from about 80 different nations.
Distribution-Publications, Inc. also known as DPI, provides a professional service for Ocean Carriers, NVOCCs and Terminal Operators subject to the tariff publication regulations of the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). We provide ocean carriers, NVOCCs and marine terminal operators with a convenient and cost-effective means of maintaining public tariffs in compliance with the regulations of the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). Our Client List provides general information, including contact information, for each of the ocean carriers, NVOCCs and marine terminal operators whose FMC tariffs are maintained for public access at this web site.
* one of the biggest collections of old ship photos on the web!
* a lot of recent ship photos of all kind of ships!
* one of the biggest collections of fishing ships, old & new!
* photos taken on board m.t. "Iver Example" & "Iver Exact", worldwide!
* the famous "Duivendijk link pages" with links to ship photo sites (old & new) and maritime webcams
* one of the biggest database of 'shipping companies links' on the web
Are you interested in learning how to sell U. S. products in foreign markets? Do you think that your company's products are exportable and you would like to start selling them overseas soon? Would you like to start your own business as an export agent? If so, we have the answer for you! You can study exporting on the Internet and earn a Certificate in Export Management. When you have finished the six courses, you will be able to locate foreign markets, build an international sales network, write your own contracts, ship products overseas, receive payment and budget for export. You will be able to study at your own pace in the evenings and on weekends. You will be able to research foreign markets as you study using the 1,200 links to export-related web sites around the world. You will learn the language of foreign trade by using the 1,000-word glossary of export terms.
Lloyd's Register - Fairplay are the leading supplier of marine information services. Formed in July 2001 from the merger of Lloyd's Register's Maritime Information Publishing Group and Fairplay Publications Limited we have now been joined by the Lloyd's Register staff formerly employed within Lloyd's Maritime Information Services (LMIS). In addition to our comprehensive range of magazines, publications, CD ROM and Internet information services, the majority of the services formally provided by LMIS are now provided by Lloyd's Register - Fairplay.
With a reputation for providing the highest quality information and our commitment to maintaining our ISO 9002 quality standard, we are focused on providing a level of service that is second to none. All of our services are provided from in-house resources ensuring that you are dealing with the people who really know the nature of the business and your requirements. With a staff of 140, exclusive access to the Lloyd's Register offices worldwide and a global network of agents and correspondents we have the ability to access and verify information globally. No other organisation can match these dedicated in-house resources.
Lloyd's Register - Fairplay are the only company able to provide complete details of the world's fleet of over 80,000 vessels. The vessels form only a part of the picture. In addition to maintaining the Lloyd's Register of Ships database, Lloyd's Register - Fairplay also maintains the largest database of maritime companies - a total of over 140,000 - with details of over 6,500 ports and terminals, casualty data, fixtures, vessel detentions, photographs and an electronic news archive going back over 7 years. Over 20 individual databases are maintained containing over 800 individual fields of data, providing without doubt an unrivalled source of marine information to our customers.
FIS.com, the web site of Fish Information & Services, is widely recognized as the standard for global seafood industry information on the Internet. Founded in 1995 by professionals deeply engaged in the seafood industry, and audited by the Audit Bureau of Circulations, the site delivers the most reliable, timely, comprehensive worldwide fishing, seafood, and aquaculture information‹and we do it daily in four languages: English, Spanish, Japanese, and Russian.
Supporting the entire seafood industry supply chain - from fishing companies and vessel owners to processors, wholesalers, and aquaculture farms‹FIS.com¹s content provides deep, insightful, accurate information on seafood trends, prices, and news from around the world. Whether you¹re collecting market data and prices; accessing reliable companies for sourcing seafood products, equipment, and services; posting offers for buying or selling seafood products; or identifying business partners in foreign and developing markets, FIS is the only site that offers it all.
Welcome and thank you for exploring Freightworld.com ® - the professional guide to worldwide freight transportation and logistics. We hope that you will find Freightworld.com ® to be a useful and valuable resource for the freight transportation and logistics industry.
Germanischer Lloyd is one of the leading classification societies worldwide. As an independent and impartial society GL supervises quality and safety mainly for ships and for maritime installations. Highly qualified engineers are operative worldwide at over 220 locations in 86 countries with major markets in Europe, the Americas and Asia. Germanischer Lloyd is an independent and impartial classification society which supervises safety and quality on behalf of their clients, mainly for ships and for maritime installations.
The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System Web site is a joint collaboration between The U. S. Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) and the Canadian St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC), which are using the New Economy's World Wide Web and Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to increase marine transportation safety on the Seaway and Great Lakes and create efficiencies both in vessel transit operations and administration. This week, the two bodies that manage Seaway operations launch their new binational site, designed to become the major source for all information related to Great Lakes Seaway shipping. It provides comprehensive environmental data, including water levels and wind speeds; shipping and navigation information; rules, regulations and official forms; and links to every organization, port, and government agency involved with the Great Lakes Seaway System.
Contacting ships via Inmarsat: Depending on the type of Inmarsat system fitted aboard the ship you want to contact, you can phone, fax, telex or email her just as if she were a home or office ashore. You are ashore, you want to contact a ship at sea. If she's Inmarsat-equipped, you can be just a phone call away - or a fax, a telex or an email. To search the database of vessels fitted with Inmarsat terminals, type at least the first three characters of your destination ship's name here and press Submit.
Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding IOMOU - A review on the adequacy of the region's maritime safety infrastructure, as well as requirements in accordance with the International Maritime Convention was carried out during the period August 1997 to September 1997. From this, it was felt that Regional co-operation for the countries on the Indian Ocean rim, would be the solution to control the plying of sub-standard ships in the region. Accordingly, the concept of an Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding was mooted.
At the invitation of the Secretary General of the International Maritime Organisation, and with a generous offer of the Government of India to host the meeting, the first preparatory meeting on the developing of flag and port State capabilities in the Indian Ocean rim was held from 13th to 17th October 1997, at Mumbai, Delegations from the following countries attended the meeting: Australia, Bangladesh, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Myanmar, Oman, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and Yemen.
A draft Memorandum, drawn at this meeting, was subsequently finalised between 1st and 5th June 1998, in Pretoria, during a second preparatory and signatory meeting hosted by the Government of South Africa. In addition to the countries mentioned earlier, Sudan & Iran participated in this meeting. The Memorandum was kept open for signature at the Head Quarters of the Secretariat in Goa, India, from 5th June, 1998 to 22nd January, 1999. The first committee meeting of MOU took place at Goa from 20th to 22nd January 1999. During this period and at the first meeting, the following countries signed acceptance of the Memorandum of Understanding: Australia, Eritrea, India, Sudan, South Africa and Tanzania. Subsequently, Mauritius and Srilanka acceded to the MOU.
The Inlandboatmen's Union of the Pacific (IBU) is one of the largest maritime Unions on the west coast. Founded in 1918 primarily by ferryboat workers in San Francisco, the IBU has grown into a union which represents about 4,000 workers on both passenger carrying and commercial vessels that sail along the Pacific coastline and to Hawaii.
The International Association Cities and Ports (IACP) was created in 1988 on the initiative of cities, ports and their institutional and economic partners to create a permanent structure for the exchange of information and contacts in order to follow projects through in the best possible conditions. The IACP is an international network of economic and political bodies representing port cities. The IACP is the only organisation, which furthers exchanges of information and contacts between the world of the city and that of the port. The IACP is a network for benchmarking and promoting the city-port, acknowledged by public authorities and international institutions. The IACP has an international Board of Directors with 33 elected members, a network of experts and researchers, and a General Management which is responsible for implementing the programme of activities decided upon at the General Assembly and for managing the functioning of the network. The headquarters of the IACP are in Le Havre (France).
International Association of Classification Societies IACS - Dedicated to safe ships and clean seas, IACS makes a unique contribution to maritime safety and regulation through technical support, compliance verification and research and development. More than 90% of the world's cargo carrying tonnage is covered by the classification design, construction and through-life compliance Rules and standards set by the ten Member Societies and two Associates of IACS.
International Freighting Weekly (IFW) has a 30 year pedigree as Europe's leading weekly publication covering all aspects of the commercial transport chain. Although the language of freight is now laced with terms such as just-in-time delivery, supply chain transparency and seamless global logistics, cargo still has to move from A to B whether by air, sea, road or rail. IFW 's committed editorial team delivers news, views and analysis on all aspects of the freight business, making it must read material for anyone invlolved in the supply chain business.
International Maritime Organization IMO - Shipping is perhaps the most international of all the world's great industries and one of the most dangerous. It has always been recognized that the best way of improving safety at sea is by developing international regulations that are followed by all shipping nations and from the mid-19th century onwards a number of such treaties were adopted. Several countries proposed that a permanent international body should be established to promote maritime safety more effectively, but it was not until the establishment of the United Nations itself that these hopes were realized. In 1948 an international conference in Geneva adopted a convention formally establishing IMO (the original name was the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative Organization, or IMCO, but the name was changed in 1982 to IMO). The IMO Convention entered into force in 1958 and the new Organization met for the first time the following year.
The International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P) is the International Marine Division of the International Longshoremen's Association, AFL-CIO. With 6,800 members living throughout inland and coastal states of the U.S., and in countries around the world, the MM&P represents Licensed Deck Officers, state pilots and other marine personnel on U.S.-flag commercial vessels sailing in international trade; the inland waterways and Great Lakes of the United States; the Panama Canal and Caribbean, as well as crews sailing civilian-crewed military vessels of the United States.
International Freighting Weekly (IFW) Dedicated exclusively to the global cruise & maritime industry, the service sets up a direct connection between cruise & maritime companies, crewing agents and prospective crew members. Interested in working in the cruise & maritime industry? Review information on over 325 positions and job descriptions, salary, perks, life on board, regulations, policies, contracts, benefits, register to post your resume and join the CrewXchange. Cruise lines, ferries, yachts, cargo, tanker and other maritime companies seeking to recruit and hire prospective seafarers. Search our seafarers database and find out how the International Seafarers Exchange can assist with your crew acquisition needs. Crewing agents wishing to maximize their crew hiring potential. Joining the International Seafarers Exchange can dramatically increase your online exposure!
But with the advent of the Internet and e-commerce, trade's greatest contributions to world prosperity may still lie ahead. The International Trade Administration (ITA) is here to help your U.S. businesses participate fully in the growing global marketplace. Whatever your line of business — basic industry, high-tech, or service — your company has a strong ally in ITA's Trade Development (TD) unit. TD focuses on advocacy for U.S. companies, export promotion services, support for trade negotiations, and market analysis. TD reaches out to U.S. businesses through its Industry Sector Advisory Committees and the President's Export Council, gaining industry-specific expertise that is incorporated into U.S. trade policy. Trade Development's Advocacy Center fights to help you win overseas projects — from multibillion-dollar infrastructure initiatives to small strategic contracts.
The ITDU--International Trade Data Users, Inc.--promotes accuracy, understanding and utilization of trade and transportation information--as well as interaction between data producers and users. The ITDU began as the Foreign Trade Data Users Group (FTDUG), and carries on that organization's long history of path-breaking service to the international trade data community. The ITDU is a not-for-profit organization that was incorporated in New York in 1995; its bylaws were adopted by ITDU members that same year.
Korean Register of Shipping - KR's purpose is to serve the public benefit by safeguarding life and property at sea and by preserving a clean ocean environment through establishing impartial and universally recognized standards that offer cradle-to-grave coverage of ships and marine structures in terms of design, construction and maintenance.
LATIN TRADE is Latin America's largest and most respected pan-regional business magazine. For 10 years, we have provided our more than 350,000 readers with a global business perspective on the people, companies, and ideas that are shaping corporate developments in Latin America and the Caribbean. Each issue contains coverage of the top business issues, exciting new opportunities, and cutting-edge technology.
Our award-winning LATIN TRADE editorial team covers the region's most important business trends using an extensive international network of correspondents in 15 cities including Mexico City, São Paulo, Buenos Aires, Miami, New York, Washington and Santiago. As one of the most authoritative and influential business publications in the Americas, LATIN TRADE has audited circulation in every country in Latin America as well as targeted circulation onboard 20 international airlines, in 11 hotel chains and at 50 leading industry conferences throughout the year.
Lloyd's Law Reports is the seal of approval for professionals working in commercial law. It is the most authoritative and comprehensive collection of maritime and commercial case decisions available - many claim to match its authority but none can. Reporting on decisions since 1919, Lloyd's Law Reports is the recognised citation in maritime and commercial cases and will prove a valuable addition to your case-winning armoury. Many of the world's leading law firms subscribe to Lloyd's Law Reports service because of its matchless quality, authority and reliability. Increase your authority today by subscribing to the world's most powerful commercial law reports - it's a decision you will not regret and which your practice - and your clients - will thank you for.
The flagship publication of Informa's Maritime and Transport division, Lloyds List is the authoritative voice of the maritime industry, drawing on the skills of a global network of correspondents and a team of experienced journalists in London. Core news content is supplemented by markets coverage, in-depth features and opinion pieces, putting events in the maritime market into context.
Lloyd's List has been available in electronic format on the internet for several years and has succeeded in growing subscriptions rapidly. Lloydslist.com is the world's leading source of maritime business news and information. It offers incisive coverage of world shipping, insurance, energy and logistics markets.
It also includes a breaking news service which is updated throughout the day. The need for the latest news has always been crucial to the shipping industry, where decisions depend on both the quality and source of market intelligence. Lloyd's List has traditionally fulfilled this need and lloydslist.com brings the paper into a new era, providing breaking news throughout the working day. Lloyd's List has always been known for breaking the most important news stories and there's no need to delay your decisions while you wait for the latest information.
The daily casualty reports provide a leading source of vital worldwide information on marine, non-marine and avaiation casualties as well as labout disputes, awards, weather hazards and port conditions. Special reports examine industry segments in detail as well as developments at ports and regional trade centres.
WorldWatch, an information service for marine and aviation casualties, labour disputes, weather hazards and port conditions provides complementary intelligence and is supplemented with global Shipping Movements (which provides an essential research tool for those interested and involved in vessel tracking and allows you to search by port, vessel, date, origin and destination) and UK Ships Expected.
In addition to the current edition and breaking news, lloydslist.com provides a library service by means of a fully searchable database of all editorial stories and features published since January 1991. The search engine allows flexible searches using a number of easy tools across the full text of Lloyd's List. The archive totals more than 60 million words, all searchable. Casualty Library reports are also available as a separate service.
Lloyd’s Loading List is the UK's only export directory and has been making life easy for exporters for 150 years. lloydsll.com provides you with an up to date export directory giving you access to the latest shipping services worldwide. Whatever your cargo, wherever you want to send it, Lloyd’s Loading List has the solution for you.
Lloyd's Register of Shipping - Lloyd's Register (LR) is the world's premier ship classification society. Lloyd's Register is an independent risk management organisation providing risk assessment and risk mitigation solutions and management systems certification around the world. We work to improve our clients' quality, safety, environmental and business performance. Founded in 1760 to examine merchant ships and 'classify' them according to their condition, today the organisation's expertise and activities extend far wider than the shipping field. In addition to its marine activities, we have operations covering management systems, land-based industries, railways, and oil and gas. The Lloyd's Register Group has more than 200 offices and over 5,000 employees. Through its constitution, Lloyd's Register is directed 'to secure, for the benefit of the community, high technical standards of design, manufacture, construction, maintenance, operation, and performance, for the purpose of enhancing the safety of life and property both at sea and on land.'
This quote, from a commemorative epic of MEBA's first 120 years, may best characterize MEBA's distinction "MEBA has survived 120 years of battles-large and small, within the maritime industry and throughout the world in the pursuit of justice. Through it all, the members have remained true to the spirit of unity that brought them from a fledgling profession to America's first maritime union. Today MEBA represents a large and diverse mix of engineers and deck officers, experienced and skilled in all types of commercial shipping. MEBA's expertise and proven track record of readiness, safety and loyalty in answering America's call to action are
unrivaled in the world. While the future is in question, one thing is certain. The members of the Marine Engineer's Beneficial Association will unceasingly fight to preserve America's fourth arm of defense -The US Merchant Marine.
MarineTalk is a business unit of Scientia Technologies Corporation - privately held, Vancouver (Canada) based company. The company has been in operation since 1998, initially as MarineTalk Ltd. The name and structure of the company was amended in 2001 to create a more generic brand associated with e-business knowledge based solutions that are being developed across marine and other industries. MarineTalk has earned the respect and trust of the industry by developing and operating the leading Internet portal for marine professionals who work in the technical sector of the industry. The Company was founded in 1998 by Danek Kilinski - marine electrical engineer. Mr. Kilinski recognized the need for more professional resources, easier and faster access to quality information. This was combined with the vision of the Internet to be a conduit for delivery of unique knowledge based solutions that address the engineering and decision-making processes to the benefit of both buyers and suppliers.
The Marine Yellow Pages offers targeted advertising solutions to make the best use of your advertising budget. With both print and online options you can reach out to your potential customers from a single source. We offer both print and web solutions that will let you target your advertising at those with interest in products and services in your specific categories.
Since September of 1995, Maritime Global Net (MGN) has been an open resource to maritime professionals looking for news, industry sites, market information, and general contact details. Traffic has grown over the years and now averages over 100,000 user visits per month. MGN offers access to products, services, news and other industry related data. MGN includes the details of over 80,000 maritime-related companies and contacts, from industry associations to world ports. The MGN site provides Internet users with easy, unrestricted access to maritime information, products, and services.
Welcome aboard and thank you for visiting the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) website. It is our business to provide a quality and cost effective training curriculum for Marine professionals. Students come from the all sectors of the industry including deepsea, pilot, inland/coastal, cruise, military, and government.
A-Z Glosary of Marine Terms / Practical Shipping Vocabulary Dictionary. The choice of the terms and seawords listed is that they are in use on board commercial ships and should be part of the general knowledge of shipping office, deck or engine officers, among many others. Terms and abbreviations are permanently changing, errors are often found even in the most famous BA publications (ie: IBC Code). Therefore this list will be constantly updated, time and resources available, and the source(s) of the information will be mentioned when available.
www.infomarine.gr - Infomarine On-Lne is run by a team of marine professionals based in Greece which have built a solid reputation in the global marine market. Infomarine On-Line offers a powerful online marketing tool, the Professional Marine Page, to all marine professionals including Marine companies, Ship owners, Ship repairers, Ship suppliers, that are generally related to the world shipping industry.
MARS is a database retrieval system, developed by the International Telecommunication Union. This system allows the Maritime Community to consult the current contents of the master ITU Ship station database. The master ITU database contains ship station particulars that are specified by the Radio Regulations and are provided in Part III of the List of ship stations.
"Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing-- absolutely nothing -- half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats." -- Kenneth Grahame, The Wind in the Willows --
MERMAID: Maritime Economic Resources and Marine and Intermodal Directory. A comprehensive guide to maritime industry information. Links to ports, maritime companies, trade data, employment, government agencies, education, research, intermodal facilities, etc.
National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America. NCBFAA's Washington, D.C., presence provides hands-on advocacy. Utilizing our team of professional representatives and grassroots advocacy you are kept current on regulatory and legislative issues that concern you, including those before U.S. Customs, FMC, Congress and other key agencies.
Nippon Kaiji Kyokai - an independent, not-for-profit, third party arbiter of safety. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, known as ClassNK or NK, is a ship classification society. It is what is known under Japanese law as a public service foundation and in its Act of Endowment, its ultimate goal is expressed as: "to contribute to the development of maritime service for the protection of human life and property at sea". Environmental protection has also become an increasingly major concern.
Norwegian International Ship Register - NORSK ORDINÆRT SKIPSREGISTER is one of several public offices involved with registration, purchasing, selling and mortgaging of Norwegian vessels. (*) Our function is to serve as a Norwegian public agency for official control of registered vessels and their ownership, and to provide legal protection for registration of rights in vessels. SKIPSREGISTRENE (The Ship Registers) consist of the Norwegian International Ship Register (NIS), the Norwegian Ordinary Ship Register (NOR) and the Shipbuilding Register (a register under the NOR).
NSnet was conceived in 1993 as an experiment in applying emerging information and communications technologies in the maritime industry, including shipbuilding and its suppliers. In 1994, NSnet was established as a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) MARITECH project, and was the first project in that program to deal specifically with information technologies. The project team was led by the Marine Systems Division of the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI-MSD).
Government support of some of the shipbuilding industry services ended June 30, 2001. Although no longer entirely affiliated with the University, some of the original team members are still maintaining the site, and working to fulfill its original mission.
On its face, NSnet was conceived as a way of getting US shipyards to communicate, share information, become more open in their relationships with each other, and, in the process, become familiar with the infrastructure for electronic commerce. Underlying this was the understanding that technology transfer succeeds only when there is a "pull." That is, unless there is a user need that compels the use of a new tool, the familiar way of doing business is "good enough." NSnet was also conceived with the understanding that no new technology is adopted unless it is made more familiar --so familiar that it can almost fade into the background of the business. As the technology becomes less threatening and less mysterious, it becomes more likely to be assimilated into regular business practices.
Offshore Engineering Information Service - Heriot-Watt University - This is a free site which gives information about publications and meetings dealing with:- oil and gas exploration and production - offshore health, safety and environmental protection - resources of the seabed and renewable energy - marine technology.
The Offshore Marine Service Association is a national trade organization of offshore marine operators and affiliated companies that recognized the need for consensus within the industry and the need for a united front in pursuing matters of mutual interest. In 1973, the Association was formally incorporated as a non-profit corporation. Today, OMSA directly represents the large majority of U.S. offshore marine transportation companies, as their principal spokesman delegated to pro-actively develop and/or to promote positions favorable to the industry in response to proposed legislation or other governmental actions, worldwide, which potentially could impact offshore operators and service companies.
The Regular Member companies served by OMSA are engaged in various offshore marine activities including offshore towing and anchor handling, and the operation of offshore supply and utility service vessels, crewboats, offshore construction, diving support, pipelay, cargo and derrick barges, geophysical vessels, liftboats and other specialized offshore support vessels.
The Official Website of the Pacific Coast Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association. Established 1883 in San Francisco, California. Affiliated with the SIUNA, AFL-CIO.
PakistaniMaritime is a non-profit venture, initiated to provide maritime community with advantages of online communication and mutual interaction. It can, if used to advantage, result in effective and fast transfer of information and convenient interaction among various segments of the maritime community in Pakistan. It may serve as a platform for the foreign concerns to convey their requirements with a single click of mouse. PakistaniMaritime is a proud winner of "Silver Site Maritime Web Award" in addition to several other web awards.
Panama Register Corporation, PRC, is a Recognized Organization, as described in IMO Resolution A.789 (19) and authorized by the Republic of Panama to survey ships, issue full term statutory certificates and ISM Code certificates for both vessels (Safety Management Certificates, SMC) and companies (Document Of Compliance, DOC), approve plans and the various manuals. Panama Register Corporation was founded in 1983 as the second recognized organization authorized by the Director General of the Panama Maritime Authority. Panama Register Corporation has a network of non-exclusive surveyors/ representative located in various ports worldwide. Since its establishment, PRC has been 100% active in surveying Panamanian flag vessels of any type and tonnage worldwide.
Paris MOU | The Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control.
Mission statement: 'A common endeavour against substandard shipping.' The organization The Paris MOU consists of 20 participating maritime Administrations and covers the waters of the European coastal States and the North Atlantic basin from North America to Europe. Our mission The Paris MOU aims at eliminating the operation of sub-standard ships through a harmonized system of port State control. What we do Annually over 18.000 inspections take place on board foreign ships in the Paris MOU ports, ensuring that these ships meet international safety and environmental standards, and that crew members have adequate living and working conditions.
Port Import Export Reporting Service (PIERS) is an electronic data service that offers the most comprehensive statistics on global cargo movements transiting seaports in the United States and Latin America. This valuable market research intelligence tool can help you discover new markets, find new suppliers, and/or monitor your competition.
Polish Register of Shipping -Polski Rejestr Statków is an independent expert institution acting on the international market, whose business is conducted for the benefit of the community. Through the formulation of the requirements, survey and issue of the appropriate documents, PRS assists State Administrations and the Society's clients in ensuring the safety of people, floating objects, land undertakings, the safety of carried cargo and that of the natural environment.
rom cover to cover, Porthole Cruise Magazine features expertly written, sophisticated cruise and travel editorial for savvy consumers worldwide. Seasoned travel writers feature their stories, opinions, tips, and insights into the places they go and adventures they experience. From the relaxing pampering of an onboard spa to a wild African safari, you'll be able to read about the cruise ships themselves, as well as the destinations — both near and far — that they visit around the globe. Expert writers and columnists cover everything from the latest trends in cruise travel to ship reviews, cuisine, popular culture and entertainment, luxury travel tips, and, of course, humor. At Porthole Cruise Magazine, we know there's more than one kind of cruiser.
Whether you're seeking a classic river cruise, a journey aboard an intimate sailing vessel, or a fun-filled cruise aboard one of today's megaships, our stories offer choices. Beyond the articles, you can't miss Porthole Cruise Magazine's award-winning photography. With its vivid color and up-close and personal sights, the pictures will certainly speak thousands of more words. Reading Porthole Cruise Magazine, you'll discover there is something out there for all tastes, budgets, and travel wishes. It's up to you to decide where to let those desires lead you. Where do you want to cruise to?
Portnet è la rete telematica interportuale gestita dal consorzio PORTNET ITALIA ed estesa, al momento, ai porti di Savona, La Spezia, Livorno, Taranto. Tramite Portnet è possibile consultare una serie di servizi che forniscono informazioni sui porti connessi. Sono disponibili aggiornati in tempo reale in collaborazione con le stazioni degli Avvisatori Marittimi, 24 ore al giorno, dati sui movimenti delle navi negli scali, previsione di arrivo e partenza delle navi, dati tecnici portuali, osservazioni dei dati meteo sia locali che a livello mondiale tramite connessioni telematiche con i maggiori centri meteorologici europei, informazioni sullo stato operativo dei porti, sulle loro strutture, sui servizi e le attrezzature relative alle operazioni portuali.
A classification society the Russian Register was established on 31 December 1913 as a result of the many years' experience in the sphere of technical supervision of ships. In 1923 the Russian Register was renamed the Register of the Soviet Union, thereafter - Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RS). Since 1969 RS has been a member of International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The Sailors' Union of the Pacific has been in continuous operation, through good times and bad, for over 113 years-an achievement unequaled by any maritime union in the world. The SUP is a union of unlicensed sailors that work in the deck, engine, and steward's departments in U.S.-flag vessels under contract to the Union. The SUP also has collective bargaining agreements with U.S.-flag companies where licensed personnel are also represented. The Sailors' Union of the Pacific is currently registering qualified mariners to crew a new fleet of ships in addition to current union contracted vessels. Registration will be conducted in accordance with the SHIPPING RULES of the SUP. To register, a mariner must apply IN PERSON at any SUP union hall.
Sched Net - Two separate databases of up-to-date shipping schedules for sailings to and from Asian ports. Through online enquiries, you may receive freight rates and other useful information from carriers and freight forwarders around the world. Updated worldwide airline schedules and links to airline web sites. Daily updated shipping news from around the world. You may also subscribe to have the Shipping News sent directly to your email box every day for free. A comprehensive and convenient way to search for job vacancies and candidates in the shipping industry in Hong Kong. Direct links to carriers' schedule information pages. Diect link to Airlines web page. Direct links to NOVCC/Forwarding & Shipping Agents web page. Access virtual voyages of shipping companies, cargo tracking, reefer handling, electronic rate requests, textile quota status, transport terms, conversion tables, and more.
SeaCompanion is a rapidly developing marine information hub on the Internet. The objective of SeaCompanion is to provide the marine industry with a contact platform for efficient and easy information retrieval, and for establishing business and other related relationships. The first version of SeaCompanion was launched in January 1997, and was followed two years later by the fully searchable database version. Today, SeaCompanion is the one of the largest marine web sites with more than 3,000 searchable marine links, and extensive searchable company and product databases continuously being amended with more information.
The Sea-Ex site provides resources for the seafood and marine industries. These sectors and related companies can meet together at a central location to trade, find new contacts and establish new markets and to initiate and build relationships with potential buyers and sellers both here in Australia and abroad. Our dynamic Seafood Trading Board brings repeated visits to our site. Sea-Ex Australia, a division of LABICHE CORPORATION PTY. LTD, was established in 1997 and is headed by a dedicated team to lead the way in this challenging aspect of electronic marketing through the Internet. Sea-Ex is constantly researching and developing this platform. Our team has extensive knowledge of internet marketing and business management skills.
The Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO, represents unlicensed United States merchant mariners sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels in the deep sea, Great Lakes and inland trades. The union also represents licensed U.S. mariners in the Great Lakes and inland sectors. SIU members sail in the three shipboard departments: deck, engine and steward. They work aboard a wide variety of vessels, including commercial containerships and tankers, military support ships, tugboats and barges, passenger ships, gaming vessels and many more. Chartered in 1938, the SIU prides itself on representing the best-trained, most efficient crews in the world. A key to meeting that standard is the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md. Today, the SIU is the largest North American union representing merchant mariners. It is a dynamic, politically active organization dedicated to protecting the membership's job security by constantly staying a step ahead of the ever-changing needs of the industry.
Seaportsinfo.com, the WWW site of Compass North America, Inc., award-winning port industry publishing, advertising and information services specialist. The premier reference guide to the port & maritime services companies of the Americas. Based on our PORT INDUSTRY SERVICES DIRECTORY in the print version of SEAPORTS OF THE AMERICAS - THE AAPA DIRECTORY, all qualifying port & maritime services companies may be listed/linked FREE OF CHARGE
24 hours a day, seasearcher.com will give you the latest information on more than 100,000 vessels and their movements. Seasearcher.com now features a fully interactive "Companies" search designed not just to compliment the existing "Places" and "Vessel" searches, but to complete your understanding of the market. :: You can use it to monitor traffic trends at ports, identifying all the ships bound for, calling at any port you choose. :: Updated with over 12,000 shipping movements every day, seasearcher.com will help you monitor the movements of more than 100,000 ships over 100gt. :: Type in the name of the ship you want to track, and Seasearcher will find it fast. Seasearcher.com will give you a comprehensive list of recent movements - to 4000 ports, countries, arrival and departure dates. Examine comprehensive information on any of the 100,000 ships: ownership and contact details, dimensions, casualty history and more.
In its 30 year history, Seatrade magazine has won an outstanding reputation for high quality reporting and analysis of the business of shipping worldwide. In that time it has adapted constantly to the needs of its readers, in line with market conditions and the technology of news provision. The role of a magazine in the internet age is inevitably quite different from the one it performed in the seventies and eighties. Many of our readers get their hard news on line; what they are looking for from Seatrade is challenging analysis of trends and new developments, presented in a lively and readable way. Seatrade’s new frequency will enable us to provide the sort of deep background that readers have come to expect from our team of expert writers and commentators around the maritime world.
WWW.ShipUAE.com is largest marketing place in the regions of the Middle East and as well worldwide, it's a one cyber place for buying and selling ships, boats, yachts and all kind of others shipping equipments such vessels. We provide on-line support to buyers and sellers, in browse through our listings, select properties to interest, and listings are absolutely with-out charges, for the time being. Those wish to list their ships, cargo, spare parts or any kind of shipping product for sale and for buy on-line, are warmly welcome to mentioning at our website at www.ShipUAE.com.
As a shipper of goods, local, national or international, you can find the partner you need via our Global Registry Service. We have Transportation companies world wide who can handle your requirements, by Air, Ocean, Rail or Ground. You may use our services for free immediately or register first to receive a more profiled visit. Our resource database will assist you with finding Airport Authorities, Ports, Government Services, Associations, current weather, statistics and information on the City/Country you wish to Import/Export or Ship to.
ShipNet Information Systems Ltd. A website dedicated to providing unparalleled shipping related information for the West Coast of Canada and soon the entire North American Pacific Coast. We strive to provide only the most current and relevant information for the commercial marine industry. International Transport Journal - updated daily! Vessel Position and Movement Reports - Updated 3 times daily by the Gulf of Georgia Marine Exchange. Here you will also find 30 day ship arrival forecasts, cruise ship schedules, along with daily updates on grain vessel lineups for Vancouver and Prince Rupert, Canada. All of the ship position, movement, forecasted arrival reports are also available in a variety of formats, on a subscription basis via email. Online Chartering - Browse here for active Cargoes or Vessels worldwide!
SNI's mission and goal is to create and develop handy and valuable free information to the net user related to the shipping world. Thus many existing shipping sites on the WWW have been limited to referring and linking to other pages, SNI is in the making of useful fresh updated information to the community which can be used every day in decision making when a service is needed for the shipping professional scheduled and unscheduled services, inspections, repairs and dry-dockings, or when a newbuilding yard is required. SNI will enable each listed company to present their latest information about themselves without having to wait for the hard copy of a yearly or monthly publication.
Shipping Digest - Serving the transportation industry as a weekly publication since 1923, Shipping Digest features the Ocean Carrier schedule, a comprehensive listing of sailings from all North American points to destination points worldwide. Shipping Digest is a publication of The Shipper Group.
Shippingjobs.com is the world's leading website for shore-based shipping positions. Shippingjobs.com is designed to provide up to the minute information on our vacancies. All vacancies are easily searchable so you do not have to trawl through the entire list. If you are prepared to provide your email address and a password, you may subscribe to shippingjobs by email. Once you have defined the types of vacancies you are interested in, you will be kept informed, via email, of all new positions that match your requirements. You may also apply for vacancies via the site, but in order to use this facility, you must be registered with us.
The Maritime Group welcomes you to the best maritime services for Honduras, Panama, Belize, Bolivia & Costa Rica. The Maritime Group was founded on 1991 with the objective of managing a team of companies and human resources related to the different services of maritime activities of a ship and/or its owner; specifically in reference to: Legal Business; Finances; Safety and protection of Maritime Environment, the ship or its crew; Crew Documentation; Maritime Communications.
The Journal of Commerce - This weekly magazine provides authoritative editorial content for international logistics executives to help them plan their global supply chain and better manage their day-to-day international logistics and shipping needs. This information is delivered through news, analysis, case studies, and perspective pieces.
The World Shipping Directory contains thousands of service providers, carefully collected and indexed by region, port and country. This database is put online so that you can find the information you need when you need it! With this directory you will be able to search for a specific type of company in any region of the world. Do you need a diver in Singapore, an agent in Greece or a waste container service in Antwerp ? The companies, contact persons and phone numbers are available to you through The World Shipping Directory.
The Directory contains information about shipping related services world wide. Our database contains thousands of companies indexed in categories with complete company information such as address, phone number, telefax, etc. The Directory will provide the needed information in a fast, easily accessible matter. Two new additions to The World Shipping Directory are The Software Library and The Parts Exchange. The Software Library is a section where you can download demo versions of shipping related programs and applications.The Parts Exchange is the place where companies trading used equipment or shipowners with parts left over from the sale of a vessel can advertise their parts for sale. Likewise, owners looking for equipment "no longer available" can place their requests in the same section.
The World Trade Centers Association is an organization of nearly 300 World Trade Centers in almost 100 countries, connected to expand your global business. WTCA Mission Statement: An organization that stands outside politics across national boundaries, in service to those who develop and facilitate international trade. With its unique global mission and membership, the WTCA has been a world leader in creating innovative service for international business. WTCA OnLine - The WTCA's internet website is a one-stop trade information hub for posting and reviewing trade opportunities, and communicating easily with newly found business prospects. Its strength comes from the combined power of nearly 300 WTCs producing trade leads and other vital information.
Australian Register of Ships - Contact information, instructions for registration, and searchable and browsable registry.
Cambodia Ship Registry - International open ship registry, with no restriction on nationality of ownership and crew. Includes searchable database of registered vessels, procedural information, and forms.
DNV Register of Vessels - Register of vessels classed by DNV contains information on all the ships, mobile offshore units (MOU) and other vessels with Det Norske Veritas classification.
Economicard Group of Companies - A group of service-oriented companies which include financial, ship and yacht registration, ship agents, offshore consultants, travel agency and freight forwarding.
Flags of Convenience S.A. - Incorporated to provide a service for clients, yacht brokers, legal advisers and builders wishing to register pleasure boats and commercial vessels under various Flags of Convenience.
Guernsey Register of British Ships - Service provided by the States of Guernsey for the British Registration of vessels, mainly pleasure craft, under Part 1 of the Merchant Shipping Act.
Hong Kong Shipping Register - The Register is operated by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region through the Marine Department which has over 140 years of experience in ship registration, inspection and survey.
KPMG Cayman Islands - Registration of commercial vessels and pleasure yachts in the Cayman Islands and management of Cayman Island registered companies set up to own vessels.
Marshall Islands Ship and Corporate Registry - International Registries, Inc. is a vessel registry and offshore corporation administration for the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
MED Maritime Ship Registration Services - Information about ship registration in Malta as well as about legal assistance in ship transfers, ship owning company incorporation, charters and ship finance and security.
Panama Consulate General - New York - Providing information about Ship registration, seafarers licenses, Ship mortgages and the advantages of the Panama Registry.
Panama Maritime Group - International Maritime and business solutions offering vessel registry, offshore company formation and management, and class society.
Scandinavian Maritime Services AB - Ship registration under "Tonga" flag also statutory/trading certificates from "Tonga Bureau of Shipping". An appointed flag state surveyors.
ShipMann - The ship and yacht registration and management on the Isle of Man.
Vanuatu Maritime Services Ltd - Includes mortgage recordation, crew documentation, and all matters relating to safety and proper vessel inspection and documentation.
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Glossary of Shipping Terms
- The terms in this glossary have been carefully selected from the myriad of terms one can encounter in the shipping business.
Cosco Network - Provider of business-to-business e-commerce solutions for the marine and shipping industry. On-line procurement services for marine fuel oil, lubricants and shipping supplies.
How the Panama Canal Works - Explains how the Panama works by using Java Applet for the animation and photos.
Maritime Security and Counter-Piracy Research Site - This site is dedicated to serving commercial and recreational maritime interests. Our goal is to provide timely and relative maritime security subject matter.
Electronic Shipping Guide on the Web - Interactive shipping schedules of over 60 container shipping lines, for voyages in and out of the U.S. and Canada, including import, export, connecting and feeder service.
Jim's Marine Insurance Links - Everything on the Internet of interest and use to ocean marine insurance professionals.
Links to World Navies - comprehensive listing of official and unofficial national navy web sites. Includes US Navy and UK Royal Navy, as well as related naval newsgroups
Marine Site Links - Links to worldwide maritime sites and pages for port, ship, sea and seaman.
Maritime Global Net - Links to over 800 maritime-related companies and organizations, from industry associations to world ports.
Maritime Matters - A resource for maritime history, ocean liner photographs and historical information on shipping line history, cruise ships, historic and preserved vessels, steamships and maritime museums, archives, marine businesses and memorabilia.
Naval Technology - defense industry web site containing directory of warship builders, naval architects and ship repairs. Includes multi-role navy ships, support vessels and aircraft carriers.
Navalweb.com - The international news and resource site specifically designed for the shipping industry is updated daily.
Worldwide Directory of Ports - A listing of maritime ports all over the world. Directory is organized by city, state/province and country.
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