The Marine Services division of Orkney Islands Council manages the safe and efficient operation of 29 piers and harbours in the Orkney Islands. The port estate accommodates a diverse range of maritime sectors, including oil, cruise and cargo vessels. Harbour Master Douglas Manson discussed recent port developments, in conversation with Antonia Cole. In recent years, …
The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) is Florida’s largest container port and one of the US’ largest vehicle-handling ports. The authority connects Florida to the rest of the world. CEO Eric Green and Chief Commercial Officer Robert Peek discussed recent port developments, in conversation with Antonia Cole. With its strategic location in Northeast Florida (USA), JAXPORT …
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Armona Denizcilik is the ship management arm of the Atlantis Tankers Group. The company is a highly technically competent and technologically savvy operation, but also one that values the human element above all else. Captain Farbod Assadpour, CTO, explained more to Hannah Barnett. While advances in technology have largely supported efficiency and safety in the …
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Since it was founded as a spin-off of the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company, Shiptec has drawn on over a century of shipbuilding and maintenance experience. The company combines deep-rooted maritime expertise with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. Hannah Barnett spoke to Managing Director Dr Ronald Perren and Sales Manager Thomas Oswald to learn …
As the world’s leading maritime industry event, SMM will once again unite the international maritime industry in Hamburg from 1st to 4th September 2026. Claus Ulrich Selbach, Vice President Exhibitions – Maritime and Energy at Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH answered questions for Inside Marine. What would you say are the advantages for companies attending …
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The German Shipbuilding and Ocean Industries Association (VSM) represents the entire value chain of the German maritime industry – from shipyards and system suppliers to engineering and service providers. Dr Reinhard Lüken, Managing Director of VSM, answered questions for Inside Marine, highlighting the work of the association and how this intersects with events such as …
Uniteam Marine is well-versed in international ship management, having sat at the leading-edge of the industry for more than 40 years. Now, the company is utilising this vast experience to transition into a new era of growth. Managing Director John Hadjiparaskevas discussed the latest news with Imogen Ward. Just as many people begin a new …
Headquartered in Türkiye, TQ Group is a multifaceted maritime service provider. The company has three core divisions: ship ownership and management, ship repair, and ship agency. Fleet Manager Can Ibak, Agency Manager Taner Göksu and Repair Manager Ali Cem Akar discussed TQ Group’s end-to-end solutions. Report by Antonia Cole. Since its establishment in 2018, TQ …
The Gibunco Group is a global maritime services provider headquartered in Gibraltar, delivering a comprehensive portfolio that includes ship agency services, underwater hull maintenance and a wide range of marine support solutions. Head of Ship Services Sebastian Nicolussi, Head of Operations Keith Blackshaw and Head of Business for SCAMP Mikel Salado discussed the group’s focus …
Socatra is a French maritime transport and logistics company providing services to the oil and storage sectors. The company delivers tailored solutions through its versatile fleet of modern tankers and strategically located shore-based storage facilities. CEO Laurent Bozzoni discussed recent investments, in conversation with Antonia Cole. Established in 1977, Socatra is the only tanker company …
