Month: August 2024

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Port Authority was founded by an act of parliament in 1979. Operations began with the manual processing of cargo, before a dedicated terminal was built in the 1990s. The business expanded to include a purpose-built cruise terminal in the capital Kingstown. With another port under construction, CEO Carl James explained more to Hannah Barnett.

Seachef Hospitality Services is one of the world’s leading providers of integrated maritime hospitality management. The company’s comprehensive services cater to the needs of seafarers and ship owners alike, while also keeping crew wellbeing and cost efficiency in balance. Managing Director Yannis Petrakis explained more to Hannah Barnett.

SAVI is an aficionado of maritime design with over 70 years’ experience. Expertly conducting ship repair, building and outfitting, the company has gradually evolved into a one-stop shop, which means it can offer multiple services to customers. Business Development Director (SAVI) & Managing Director (SAVI USA) Davide Rolleri explained more, in an exclusive interview with Inside Marine. Report by Imogen Ward.

Specialising in building all types of seagoing and inland navigation vessels, Thecla Bodewes Shipyards has completed a range of diverse shipbuilding projects, as well as repair and maintenance services. Project Developer Wilco Smit discussed the company’s sustainable designs, Salmo and Gadus, plus recent vessel launches. Report by Antonia Cole.

The largest dedicated shortsea shipping hub in Europe, Rotterdam Shortsea Terminals offers container handling and storage, as well as additional services, to solve demanding logistical challenges. CEO Arno Storm discussed the company’s improved sustainability measures and future investments. Report by Antonia Cole.

The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands strives to provide professional, quality, and efficient maritime transportation facilities across four ports: Providenciales, Grand Turk, South Caicos, and North Caicos. Ports Director Delton Jones discussed the Authority’s developments, in conversation with Antonia Cole.

Monte Carlo-based One Marine Services is a multifaceted maritime enterprise supplying systems and equipment for communication, navigation, entertainment and safety, plus effective and integrated management for these systems. Managing Director Simone Gori discussed the company’s growth and services. Report by Antonia Cole.

OKEE Maritime is a young and innovative ship-owning company, supported by its sister-company OKEE Shipmanagement. Based in Hamburg, Germany, the group is focused on operating container vessels in regional feeder services, as well as product tankers around the world. General Manager Captain Dmytro Chekhovskyy discussed growth and future plans. Report by Antonia Cole.

Odfjell SE is a world leader in the global market for seaborne transportation and storage of chemicals and other specialty bulk liquids. As an international outfit, the company takes a holistic approach to sustainability, treating it as a key part of its corporate social responsibility. Hannah Barnett spoke to Chief Sustainability Officer Øistein Jensen to learn more.

Ocean Aero has made its name pioneering hardware and software to revolutionize maritime exploration. Not content with merely creating the Triton, the world’s first Autonomous Underwater and Surface Vehicle (AUSV), the company is continuing to develop the vessel in new and innovative ways. Marketing Director Anastasia Flaherty explained more to Hannah Barnett.