PartnersPowering Excellence: Key Associations Support Our Award Initiatives

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  UAE National Ship Suppliers Association

  UNSSA (UAE National Ship Suppliers Association) is one of the National Associations of ISSA, the International Ship Suppliers and Services Association which currently has 43 national associations and 227 associate members world-wide.  The main function of UNSSA is to protect the interests and rights of its members and to represent them with the relevant government departments and port authorities to have better understanding with all the UAE ports authorities and its regulations, thereby improving the quality of ship chandling services. UNSSA welcomes ship suppliers and manufacturers /wholesalers to be an active member of the UAE National Association (Terms and Conditions apply) to enhance and maintain the country’s marine and maritime industry to high standards of excellence and to promote UNSSA as one of the leading National Associations in the world.

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  Website: www.shipsupply.org
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  The Organization of the Islamic Shipowners Associa

  OISA as an affiliated institution to the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was set up to serve Islamic Ummah in maritime transportation field according to the Third Summit Conference of the OIC countries in 1981, Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia. OISA aims to enhance trade exchange and cooperation among Islamic countries in the field of maritime transport and increase cooperation amongst them. OISA Projects: 1. Islamic Protection and indemnity Club 2. Bakkah shipping Company 3. Cooperative information system Tel:  +966 2 6636584 / 6637882 / 6653379 Fax:  +966 2 6604920 E-mail: mail@oisaonline.com

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  Website: www.uia.org/s/or/en/1100006182
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  International Shipsuppliers & Services Association

  ISSA is the international association representing nearly 2,000 ship suppliers throughout the world.  The Association was formed in 1955 and celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in 2015 of 60 years of service to the maritime industry. We have 40 national associations of ship suppliers as full ISSA members and associate members in 51 other countries where no national association exists. Click on ISSA Register to see the full membership list and the over 500 locations that are served by ISSA members.

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  Website: www.shipsupply.org
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  Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers

  The Middle East branch of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers was established in 1995. Initially called the Dubai branch covering members in the United Arab Emirates, the jurisdiction of the branch was extended to the entire Middle East: Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Djibouti, Sudan, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE & Oman; and renamed as the Middle East branch. The Middle East Branch of the Institute is one of the most active branches worldwide. With over 250 members working in different segments of the shipping industry, the branch has a prime position among the professional bodies in the Middle East. Regular networking sessions, academic sessions, specialized training, and corporate training programs are conducted on a regular basis. The student Awards Night, a glittering ceremony conducted every year in Dubai and attended by over 250 business leaders and guests from the region is a permanent event in the Dubai Shipping Calendar.

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  Dubai Shipping Agents Association

  DSAA was established in 1999, by a group of prominent shipping agents, with the encouragement of local ports & customs authorities. The Dubai Shipping Agents Association is a non-profit organization and not engaged in any commercial activity. It provides a forum for members to pool information. Objectives: • Promote the joint interests of the shipping agents' community in Dubai. • Foster / strengthen the relations and co - operation between shipping agents, the customs authorities and other governmental, national and international trade organizations.

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  Website: www.dubaisaa.ae
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  Federation of National Associations of Ship Broker

  The Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents (FONASBA), is the only organisation representing the global ship agency and ship broking professions. Established in 1969 it now has members in 60 countries, including all major maritime and trading nations. Its remit is to “promote and protect the professions of ship agency and ship broking worldwide”, a task which it undertakes through dialogue with its member associations and its consultative status with IMO, UNCTAD, UNCITRAL and the World Customs Organisation, as well with the European Commission and other regional bodies. FONASBA also enjoys reciprocal memberships with the Baltic Exchange, BIMCO, the Comité Maritime International, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, the International Port Community Systems Association, indemnity insurer ITIC and the Shipbrokers’ Register and works closely with all other maritime sector bodies, both internationally and in Europe. For further enquiries contact Jonathan C. Williams FICS, General Manager at:   generalmanager@fonasba.com

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  Website: www.fonasba.com
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  YoungShip Sri Lanka

  YoungShip Sri Lanka is a non-profit organization founded under the auspices of the renowned YoungShip International and is the voice for young professionals in the maritime industry in Sri Lanka. We have a 280+ strong membership representing all areas of the industry (students, seafarers, established professionals) who share our passion and our belief that young people are the most significant constituent to ensure our maritime industry’s ongoing growth and success. YoungShip Sri Lanka’s objectives are guided by four key pillars: knowledge and skills amplification, empowering the next generation, championing Sustainability & Community Outreach, and driving Operational Excellence & Innovation.

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  WISTA UAE

  Formed in 1974 in London the Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) is an international networking organisation whose mission is to attract and support women, at the management level, in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors. WISTA UAE’s founding members are Rania Tadros (President), Meena Mathews (Treasurer), Christine Mavromichalis (Secretary General) and Liana Kouimtzi (Marketing & Events Manager). 56 countries support a National WISTA Association (NWA) each of which work collectively for the promotion of diversity within the Maritime and Trade industries. WISTA's vision is to empower women to lead through their unique perspective and competencies with the conviction that gender diversity is key in providing a sustainable future for the shipping industry internationally

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  Website: www.wistauae.com
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  Mission to seafarers

  Founded in 1856,   The Mission to Seafarers  is a global non-profit organization funded entirely by voluntary donations. Since the beginning we have had one mission; to provide compassion, care, and support to seafarers around the world when they need it most. Currently,  The Mission to Seafarers  has a presence in 200 ports in 50 different countries worldwide. This makes us the largest port-based welfare organization in the world. We provide support to seafarers 365 days per year, regardless of their rank, nationality, gender, or religion. The vital, but often invisible, element in the network that makes up the economic system that we depend on are the men and women who sail the ships that keep everything moving. Their lives are stressful and can be dangerous. They contend with isolation, demanding working conditions, and not infrequent personal crises. In an emergency,  The Mission to Seafarers  is often the only help on offer. No matter what problem a seafarer is facing, globally, they know they can turn to us for help, advice, and support.

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  Website: www.missiontoseafarers.org
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  The Cooperative Logistics Network

  The Cooperative Logistics Network is a capped, non-exclusive alliance of hand-picked freight forwarders in each major air/ seaport who co-operate in a financially secure environment to reduce costs and risks and grow their businesses by actively working together to compete against the largest multinationals. The Cooperative Logistics Network does not believe in claiming a membership fee and offering its members nothing in return. On joining the network, members immediately gain a global brand, a directory of reliable, financially secure agents who actively work together to bid for the largest contracts and negotiate lower rates from carriers and insurers.

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  Website: www.thecooperativelogisticsnetwork.com
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  Supply Chain & Logistics Group (SCLG)

  Headquartered in Dubai (UAE), Supply Chain & Logistics Group (SCLG) is a membership driven industry business group engaged in advancing supply chain & logistics industry locally, regionally and globally. SCLG currently has a membership base of 200+ corporate organizations and is growing. SCLG is a purpose based organization delivering values through bringing policy-centric discussion, connection, communication, collaboration, creation, motivation, empowerment and encouragement to individuals, organizations industry and economy. SCLG engages in supporting and conducting industry-centric conferences, roundtables, educational awareness, site visits and supports publications and co-ordination of magazines and research notes aimed at growth and innovation of organizations. SCLG is continuously striving to encourage adoption of best practices for innovation, visibility, sustainability, technology adoption and social accountability through its various roundtables, forums, technical workshops, training, conferences. For further enquiries contact Kanchan R Vora at:  +971 4 33 69 877

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  Website: www.sclgme.org
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  All India Association of Industries

  (AIAI) was established in 1956 under the dynamic leadership of Late Shri Babubhai M. Chinai (M.P). It is today the leading association of industries serving the trade and industry. It may not be out of context to mention that the Department of Post and Telegraph, Mumbai Region, Government of India released a “Special Cover“ of AIAI to commemorate AIAI’s 55 years of service to the trade and industry, which has contributed to the economy and industrial development of India AIAI membership spans across a wide spectrum of industries with a strength of over 1400 active membership and over 60 affiliated regional Chambers and trade bodies with a passive membership of over 5,00,000 enterprises.

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  Website: www.aiaiindia.com
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  Nautical Institute

  Nautilus for 17 years, Nautilus Shipping has been committed to maintaining high standards and consistently delivering value to our partners. We don’t just manage vessels; we take pride in ensuring the success of every operation, building our reputation on trust, innovation, and strong relationships within the maritime industry. Nautilus Shipping is led by directors Manikandan Muthusamy, Ajay Krishnamani, and Narayan Rajan. At the core of our services lies the Nautilus 4Ps, reflecting our dedication to quality ship management: ● Performance-based Remuneration: Our compensation is tied to performance, aligning our success with yours and driving operational excellence. ● Profit Optimization for Ship Owners: We focus on maximizing your profitability through strategic management and innovative solutions, ensuring your assets perform at their best. ● Problem Resolution: Leveraging AI-enhanced systems, we address challenges quickly and effectively, minimizing disruptions to keep your operations running smoothly. ● Port State Control Compliance: We prioritize compliance, maintaining high standards in port state control to ensure minimal deficiencies and no detentions, allowing your vessels to operate efficiently worldwide.  Nautilus Shipping has offices in Chennai, Mumbai, Port Blair, Dubai, Bangalore, and Singapore. Our presence, enhanced with advanced AI technology, enables us to offer comprehensive services, including ship management, crew management, inspection, and commercial operations. Sustainability is integral to our approach. By adopting eco-friendly practices, we help ship owners meet sustainability goals while also enhancing profitability. Our dedicated team is central to our success, applying their expertise and industry knowledge to harness the latest technology to stay ahead of the curve. In a fast-changing industry, Nautilus Shipping combines tradition with innovation, providing reliable solutions for your vessels.

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  Website: www.nautinst.org
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  Maritime SheEO

  Maritime SheEO offers a bouquet of services focusing on the business case for diversity. It aims to create solutions that can impact the maritime and allied industries – with a focus on diversity & inclusion (D&I), leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship and competitive advantage. We work with organisations to create a level playing field for women and environment conducive for women to rise to leadership positions. Our team of experts employ D&I initiatives to address and eliminate unconscious bias, conduct gender sensitisation programs and help with the smooth transition of women from ship to shore positions. We have conducted important research to highlight the business case for diversity. Our goal is to increase the participation of women and eliminate all forms of biases in the Maritime Industry. By highlighting the best practices in the Industry, we aim to build a robust list of resources for the industry to use related to diversity, create recommendations and guidelines for increasing the capacity of women in the industry by promoting diversity, inclusion & open-mindedness.

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  Website: maritimesheeo.com
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  International Maritime Club (IMC)

  Conceived with the vision of uniting all aspects of the broad and dynamic maritime industry, the International Maritime Club has been working for the global maritime industry and oil & gas sector for the last 17 years IMC's primary mission is to foster continuous development, facilitate the exchange of knowledge and ideas, and promote the growth of maritime trade globally. The organization has been serving as a bridging force to bring together decision makers, communities, organizations, and associations under a single platform. IMC provides numerous opportunities to its member associations and promote their events and activities through its the social media channels. IMC also organizes various events to recognize and enhance the professional qualifications of its members by establishing partnerships with prestigious academic institutions and universities. In 2014, to recognize and honor outstanding professionals in the maritime and oil & gas sectors, IMC organized its inaugural Golden Helm Awards. This event honoured industry professionals for their exceptional contributions. Since then, the club has partnered with various industry events, further extending its reach and impact. The most recent awards event was the 2024 Honorary Doctorate Leadership Excellence Awards held at the Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel, located in Dubai, UAE, on the 2nd of May, 2024.

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  Website: www.internationalmaritimeclub.com
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  IMarEST

  The IMarEST UAE Branch is a non-profit organization committed to supporting the Middle East maritime industry through the development of best practices in marine engineering, science & technology, and promoting sustainable shipping. They work closely with industry bodies, shipping companies, and other stakeholders to keep the regional maritime community updated on evolving regulations and provide smart solutions to improve shipping efficiency. This is accomplished through technical meetings that are accessible without charge, thanks to the support of global sponsors. The branch is run by volunteers who strive to promote the highest standards of maritime safety, manufacturing, ship management efficiency and environmental protection. They disseminate preeminent research and knowledge from international companies at the forefront of marine technology, making valuable contributions to maritime education and training. The IMarEST, headquartered in London, is highly respected as an unbiased forum for knowledge exchange and a bulwark of technical leadership in the industry.

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  Website: www.imarest.org/group/united-arab-emirates
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  Globalia Logistics Network

  Globalia Logistics Network is an exclusive network of the highest calibre freight forwarders in each key air/seaport worldwide who operate in an environment of disciplined cooperation under a single brand name. www.globalialogisticsnetwork.com Globalia awards each agent its own local market where it enjoys all the multinational benefits; a global brand, reliable partners everywhere, delimited territories, wide coverage, an Annual Meeting and much more. Globalia Logistics Network is at the cutting edge of technology by offering its members its own freight rate management software: FreightViewer, which allows them to provide instant online door-to-door quotations for their clients and partners.

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  Website: www.globalialogisticsnetwork.com
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  UAE Shipping Association

  The UAE Shipping Association (UAESA) was established to promote and protect the interests of ship owners and the shipping community of the UAE, whilst also providing a common platform for interaction within the rest of the industry. UAESA will endeavor to be a focal point between the industry and the authorities. If required, the Association shall provide competent marine advisors for support as UAE representation at various marine forums. UAESA will promote the UAE flag internationally by proposing suitable amendments to the authorities. UAESA will encourage marine knowledge through education and training for the benefit of the UAE shipping community.

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  Website: www.uaesa.ae
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  Dubai Council for Marine and Maritime Industries

  The Dubai Council for Marine and Maritime Industries (DCMMIEmirates) is a specialized industry council (non-profit trade and industry council) formed in 2013 to promote the interests of the marine and maritime industry in Dubai and the UAE. DCMMIEmirates represents a wide cross-section of the UAE’s marine and maritime industry such as Offshore & Engineering, Ship Repair & Maintenance, Shipbuilding & Conversion Rig Building, Chandlery and Yacht Services. DCMMIemirates would represent the steady growth of the marine and maritime industries, attract investments, and stimulate legal and legislative frameworks that are most appropriate for the desired development of the most important sectors within the marine and maritime industrial fields. These sectors are represented by operators, ship owners, charterers, marine legal service providers, ship managers, brokers, P&I clubs, port operators, marine insurance companies, ship chandlers and yacht manufacturers, maintenance and management companies. As well as most of the established local and international manufacturers and suppliers of marine and offshore components, it also represents marine and offshore engineering contractors and companies whose activities are directly related to the industry including classification societies and marine consultants. For more information, please visit   dcmmiemirates

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  Website: www.dcmmiemirates.ae
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  Conqueror Freight Network

  Conqueror Freight Network is the largest exclusive network of freight forwarders worldwide, represented in more than 250 cities and over 140 countries. It is an international alliance of hand-picked freight forwarders in exclusive territories, disciplined cooperation, and a single brand name. Conqueror gives one agent in each local market a network of top-class agents, well-defined territories, an Annual Meeting with high attendance and much more. Conqueror Freight Network is the first freight forwarding network with global coverage to launch instant quotation ability for its members through its exclusive TMS: FreightViewer, which allows members to quote 24/7 in seconds.

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  Website: www.conquerornetwork.com
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  Asia Wind Energy Association

  Asia Wind Energy Association The Asia Wind Energy Association is the leading industry association for the wind energy sector in the Asia-Pacific region. Acting as the industry representative, the Asia Wind Energy Association aims to capitalize on this opportunity. The association aims to develop and communicate conclusive policies to influence the decision-making process of the Asian governments to create a positive investment environment and enable greater deployment of wind energy in the Asia-Pacific region. The Asia Wind Energy Association is the central agency in Asia-Pacific on wind energy issues for its members and will provide a platform to interact with wider constituencies by organizing monthly networking events and quarterly theme focused events

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  Website: www.asiawind.org