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ASRY
Bahrain-based Arab Shipbuilding & Repair Yard (ASRY) is one of the world's leading shiprepairers and is now in its fourth decade of operation. Since starting life as a super tanker repairer, the yard has now developed into a truly versatile shiprepair and maintenance provider for all types of ships, both commercial and naval, as well as rigs specialist vessels from the offshore oil and gas markets.
ASRY offers customers some of the most modern drydocking and repair facilities in the world, including a 500,000dwt capacity graving dock, two totally modernised floating docks with lifting capacities of 30,000 tonnes and 33,000 tonnes respectively, and two of largest slipways in the Arabian Gulf region, each with a dry berth length of 255m.
General Organisation of Sea Ports
The General Organisation of Sea Ports − Bahrain (GOP) was established in 2006 with the aim of developing the Kingdom of Bahrain's maritime industry and infrastructure and regulate its operation in-line with the Kingdom's Economic Vision 2030 development strategy.
The semi-government agency's overarching responsibility lies in guiding the development of strategies to position Bahrain as a global leader in the maritime industry, in terms of ports, logistics and Ships' Registry. In order to meet this goal, the GOP works to ensure proper legislation is in place to regulate the industry whilst adhering to international maritime standards and conventions.
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Abu Dhabi Ports Company
Abu Dhabi Ports Company was formed by the Abu Dhabi Government in 2006. ADPC is a master developer of ports and industrial zones. Its primary function is to propel economic expansion by establishing the firm foundations of modern infrastructure, real estate and business services across Abu Dhabi.
By developing transformational industrial zones and managing Abu Dhabi's ports and maritime facilities, ADPC is a major driving force behind Abu Dhabi’s increasingly sustainable and broad-based economic future.
ClassNK
Established in 1899, Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (better known as ClassNK) is a ship classification society dedicated to promoting safer, cleaner seas. ClassNK offers a host of services including classification surveys of newbuildings and ships in service as well as other marine structures, statutory surveys on behalf of flag States, and provides advanced technical services to clients around the globe. The ClassNK register lists some 7,450 ships totaling more than 184 million gross tons, or roughly 20% of the world's merchant fleet under class. Based in Japan, ClassNK supports clients 24/7 through a network of 119 offices located around the world.
Det Norske Veritas
DNV is a global provider of knowledge for managing risk. Today, safe and responsible business conduct is both a license to operate and a competitive advantage. Our core competence is to identify, assess, and advise on risk management. From our leading position in certification, classification, verification, and training, we develop and apply standards and best practices. This helps our customers safely and responsibly improve their business performance. DNV is an independent organisation with dedicated risk professionals in more than 100 countries, with the purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment.
For more information please visit our website www.dnv.com.
DP World
DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 49 terminals and 9 new developments and major expansions across 31 countries. Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world. DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them. In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 16 consecutive years.
In 2010, DP World handled nearly 50 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 92 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
General Organisation of Sea Ports
The General Organisation of Sea Ports − Bahrain (GOP) was established in 2006 with the aim of developing the Kingdom of Bahrain's maritime industry and infrastructure and regulate its operation in-line with the Kingdom's Economic Vision 2030 development strategy.
The semi-government agency's overarching responsibility lies in guiding the development of strategies to position Bahrain as a global leader in the maritime industry, in terms of ports, logistics and Ships' Registry. In order to meet this goal, the GOP works to ensure proper legislation is in place to regulate the industry whilst adhering to international maritime standards and conventions.
Lloyd's Register
Lloyd's Register assesses and certifies ships, systems and facilities to help improve quality and increase safety. We provide ship yards, owners and operators with innovative solutions that help improve performance in ship design, construction and operation. We respond to change and lead the developments that make lives safer and help preserve the environment.
Because life matters, safety and a responsibility for the environment are not negotiable. Standards have to be applied consistently. Lloyd's Register has the confidence, independence and experience to do this. Besides classing ships, we provide a wide range of advisory, consultancy and training services.
For Lloyd's Register, life matters.
Topaz Energy and Marine
Topaz Energy and Marine is a leading oilfield services company providing marine and engineering solutions to the global energy industry with primary focus on MENA and the Caspian Sea. Headquartered in Dubai and with more than 35 years of experience in the Middle East, Topaz operates a fleet of approximately 100 offshore support vessels and provides energy and marine engineering services. Topaz is a wholly owned subsidiary of Renaissance Services SAOG, a publicly traded company on the Muscat Securities Market, Oman.
Vela International Marine Limited
Vela International Marine Limited is one of the largest crude oil tanker companies in the world and is a subsidiary of the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco). Vela currently owns and operates a modern fleet of Very Large Crude Oil Carriers (VLCC's) and products tankers of various sizes and also serves as charterer for all Saudi Aramco's CIF and ex-ship crude oil and product deliveries worldwide. Vela's owned and chartered VLCC's conduct trade primarily between the Middle East, Europe and the United States Gulf Coast. Vela's owned and chartered product tankers operate exclusively in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf coastal trade. Vela is committed to continue building and operating the most modern, high-quality tankers in the world.
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ME ShipTech
ShipTech Conference In Partnership With Lloyd's List
Running alongside the Lloyd's List Awards, we are pleased to announce the 5th Annual Middle East ShipTech Conference, 15-16th October, Address Hotel, Dubai Marina, Dubai. With a distinct focus on ship owner/operator experience, ME ShipTech brings international excellence in marine innovation and solutions to the technical challenges posed by emerging regulations to the region. It is a forum for debate with an eye firmly set on effective take away strategies for Middle East shipping companies and the best application of technology to maximise energy efficiency, fuel economy and safety in green shipping. Shipping companies are entitled to complimentary access. For further information and to reserve your place, please contact Arshed Hussain at Arshed.Hussain@iirme.com, tel: +971 (0) 4 4072715.
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