OUR MARITIME 2018 t is a great pleasure to present to you this compendium which profiles Australian Imaritime owners and operators – including the Government vessels.

We encourage you to use this as a reference tool that demonstrates the capacity and vitality of our marine industry.

Maritime Industry Australia Ltd (MIAL) has been operating in various forms since 1899 and is uniquely positioned to provide dedicated maritime expertise and advice. MIAL is driven to promote a sustainable, vibrant and competitive Australian maritime industry and to expand the Australian maritime cluster.

This is an extraordinary time in our industry; a time when we need our nation’s leaders to be more aware than ever of the commitment of industry to new opportunities; a time when we have an even greater role in building stronger relationships between our industry and our elected representatives.

MIAL’s Our Maritime Nation 2018 is just the beginning.

Noel G Hart Chairman

Teresa Lloyd Chief Executive Officer

Cover photo courtesy of Captain Mike Watson, Master R/V INVESTIGATOR

ABS Class Society Ardent Oceania Australian Maritime College Brisbane Marine Pilots

Colin Biggers & Paisley DNVGL Engage Marine ERGT Australia AMC Search ANL Container Line ASP Ship Management BP Shipping Pty Ltd Carnival Australia Pty Ltd

AUSTRALIA ES Link Services Ferriby Marine Australia GRD-Franmarine Holdings Greencap CSL Australia Pty Ltd DOF Maersk Supply Service MMA Offshore Limited North West Shelf Shipping Service Company

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Hempel (Australia) Pty Ltd Holman Fenwick Willan Jotun Jotunblue Australia Pty Ltd Life Cell Marine Safety Origin Energy Ltd Pacific Marine Group P&O Maritime, Australasia Port Lincoln Tugs Port of Newcastle

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Lloyd’s Register International Maritime Super MER Solutions Mission To Seafarers Rio Tinto Shipping Pty Ltd Sea Transport Pty Ltd SolstadFarstad ASA Searoad

MP Safety Management Norton Rose Fulbright OMC International OSM Australia SeaRoad Shipping Pty Ltd Sea Swift Pty Ltd Shell Tankers Smit Lamnalco Stolt-Nielsen Australia Pty Ltd Australia Pty Ltd

Svitzer Australia Swire Pacific Offshore Pty Ltd Tasmanian Ports Corporation Teekay Shipping (Australia) PKF Chartered Accountants Port Philip Sea Pilots Pty Ltd RightShip Rostrac Pty Ltd

Toll Marine Logistics Viva Energy Waterway Constructions Pty Ltd Woodside Energy Ltd Strategic Marine Group Survival Systems International Wärtsilä Australia Pty Ltd Witherby Publishing Group Image © BalLi8Tic/Shutterstock

AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING (ABS) AMC SEARCH

ABS, a leading provider of classification services to the engineering and auditing. In addition to these services, AMC Search is Australia’s leading provider of maritime training, We provide maritime research and consultancy services in global offshore and maritime industries, is guided by its R&D is carried out in six ABS innovation centers around research and consultancy and the commercial arm of the collaboration with researchers from the Australian Maritime mission to promote security of life, property and the natural the world, supported by the Technology Center in Australian Maritime College. College who are world-leaders in their fields. Together, we offer environment. The organization offers support during initial Houston. ABS also uses its global network of operational a diverse range of solutions that support ship design, port concept design, design approval and construction and and environmental performance professionals to support From professional seafaring training to research and testing development, technology feasibility studies and more. provides lifecycle services. industry’s growing need for energy efficiency, performance for next-generation vessels, our services help the maritime verification and environmental compliance. industry and its people develop and innovate. We have exclusive commercial access to the most powerful From its world headquarters in Houston, ABS delivers suite of maritime facilities in the Southern Hemisphere, services and solutions to clients through a network of Acknowledged by the industry as a technology leader, AMC Search offers the largest range of face-to-face and online including hydrodynamic testing tanks, a ship and tug local representatives working from more than 220 offices ABS offers practical standards for the marine and maritime short courses in the Southern Hemisphere. Over simulator, a survival centre and an autonomous underwater in 70 countries, providing core competencies of survey, offshore industries. half of our training is bespoke, developed to meet the specific vehicle facility. needs of our clients and delivered anywhere in the world.

For over 25 years, we have provided training for 12 Pacific nations in all aspects of patrol boat operation, from cook to captain, under contract from Australian Defence. ANL CONTAINER LINE ARDENT OCEANIA

ANL has a long history in Australian shipping, being a in conjunction with our weekly services from other Australian A leading marine services company with a strong network, Ardent is a provider of Lloyds approved training in emergency government owned shipping line involved in overseas and ports, means we can cost effectively carry Australian delivering effective and innovative solutions to our customers towage, an education provider to industry on salvage and domestic shipping for most of its history. Now owned by CMA domestic freight to Darwin via Singapore. ANL has an office in the shipping and offshore industries. We are your trusted emergency response via in house courses, an OPA-90 CGM, the 3rd largest container line in the world, ANL is still in Darwin and we are actively looking for opportunities to partner in challenging circumstances, protecting the interests responder and is ISO 14001 accredited. headquartered in and remains a major carrier to, expand trade into and out of the Northern Territory. As of our customers and the environment through applied from and around Australia. ANL has offices around the globe an example, ANL is the major carrier of export meat from ingenuity. Built on the heritage of two respected salvage Ardent is head quartered in Houston USA, with offices in covering more than 400 ports worldwide. the AACO processing facility in Darwin using refrigerated companies, Titan Salvage and Svitzer Salvage, our offer Sydney, Singapore, The Netherlands, South Korea and Brazil. containers and connecting these with our worldwide network covers risk mitigation, emergency response, wreck removal, ANL is the major carrier of containerised domestic freight via Singapore. offshore decommissioning and underwater services. between East Coast Australia ports and Western Australia using vessels already engaged on international voyages. In ANL’s involvement with Darwin is not limited to just sea freight Ardent has a long and proud history in providing emergency this way we can offer shippers a reliable fixed day service at as we offer container hire and sales (including equipment for response and marine support to ship owners, insurers and far cheaper rates than road or rail. We recently purchased the offshore sector) as well as a complete logistics service for governments in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. the Perkins shipping service from Toll which trades between both sea and air freight. Singapore, Dili and Darwin on a fortnightly basis. This service Photo courtesy of Captain Mike Watson, Master R/V INVESTIGATOR

ASP SHIP MANAGEMENT AUSTRALIAN MARITIME COLLEGE

The ASP Group provides a complete range of integrated Through our reputation for technical excellence the ASP The Australian Maritime College is the national institute for We’re continually investing in our infrastructure to Maritime Service Solutions to a long standing and reputable Group now engages in long-term Time Charter activity both, maritime training, education, research and consultancy. ensure our students and industry partners receive client base. These services include the traditional 3rd Party in Australia and New Zealand involving critical supply chain a world-class experience. Technical Ship Management Services and Crew Management distribution of refined products around those coast lines and Our courses are designed to develop the skills and Services, employing over 200 highly skilled shore based staff bunker supplies in major ports. knowledge needed to grow a vibrant international maritime From February 2018, two of our internationally-recognised and some 2500 seafarers with skill sets equipped to service industry well into the future. postgraduate degrees will be offered from our study centre in our diverse fleet portfolio from Tanker, Bulk Carrier, Container, The ASP Group are Managers of the CSIRO’s research the Australian National Maritime Museum at Sydney’s iconic Offshore and other ship types. vessel Investigator. Study areas include: Darling Harbour. • Maritime Business and International Logistics The Master of Engineering in Maritime Design degree is • Ocean Seafaring targeted at engineering professionals already in the workforce who wish to develop a career in the technical management of • Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics maritime engineering projects, while the MBA in Maritime and • Coastal Seafaring (VET) Logistics Management is a business-oriented program that prepares graduates for senior management positions in the AMC students enjoy access to the southern hemisphere’s logistics and maritime industries. most advanced collection of educational maritime facilities, including ship simulators, a fleet of training vessels, towing AMC is a specialist institute of the University of , and tank, model test basin and unique cavitation and autonomous is one of the seven founding members and the present Chair maritime systems laboratories. of the International Association of Maritime Universities. BRISBANE MARINE PILOTS CARNIVAL AUSTRALIA

Brisbane Marine Pilots is committed to ensuring the safe keel clearance system for the Port and channel optimisation. Carnival Australia, which accounts for seven iconic cruise With its expanded fleet cruising from eight homeports, and efficient navigation of large ships within the Moreton Bay We understand that such projects maximise port operability, brands has been pioneering new cruise destinations in the cruise line has released details of its latest itineraries. Marine Park. Our proven knowledge, expertise and systems, minimise environmental impacts and assist in future proofing Northern Australia and Papua New Guinea. deliver safety and confidence. We have a longstanding the Port for the benefit of all. One other aspect of our Carnival Australia is part of Carnival Corporation & plc and tradition of working closely and collaboratively with other collaboration about which we are particularly proud is our The privately owned Conflict Islands - one of the most remote represents the world’s most popular cruise brands including port and community stakeholders. We do this to ensure we work in assisting the Mission to Seafarers. Many challenges island groups in the world – is the latest tourism hot spot for Carnival Cruise Line, Cunard Line, fathom, Holland America continue in delivering an exceptional service that reflects the are faced by those who work at sea and we like to play our Australian holidaymakers with P&O Cruises making the first Line, P&O Cruises, P&O Cruises World Cruising, Princess contemporary requirements of our stakeholders. Recently part in making the lives of ships crews just that little bit easier. cruise ship calls to the picturesque Papua New Guinea atoll Cruises and Seabourn. Together these brands represent Brisbane Marine Pilots have been closely engaged in projects this year. approximately 80 per cent of the Australian and New Zealand such as assisting in the development of an innovative under Proven – Collaborative – Safe cruise market. CLEANSUBSEA COASTAL TUG & BARGE

CleanSubSea is a Western Australian based company which • 100% biofouling removal, capture and containment This family business started in Darwin by Alan Stannard in and small challenges on a daily basis. We are also proud owns all licenses and patents associated with a revolutionary 1966 has expanded with the ports needs over the years to have the WYONG as the official Darwin Ports nominated • Non-Abrasive, no damage or degradation to the Anti- new fully enclosed capture and containment hull cleaning and will continue to do so. The variety of shipping vessels Emergency Towage Vessel. Fouling Coating (AFC). technology called the “Envirocart”. requiring tug assistance at the port varies greatly, including • Multi-staged, modular filtration system, able to meet the the assistance to RAN vessels, Cruise Ships and visiting Coastal Tug & Barge are proud to have provided continuous This innovative technology, removes the very costly and most stringent bio-security guidelines in the world Naval Ships when required, CTB is geared to meet the big service to the Port of Darwin for over 50 years. time-consuming exercise of dry-docking commercial vessels • Waste disposal, reuse and recycle for hull cleaning. This in turn enables a viable, regular, in-water cleaning maintenance protocol that significantly Our mission is to re-introduce In Water Hull Cleaning to the reduces fuel consumption and carbon emissions, while world’s Ports. The “Envirocart” has approval to start in water protecting the environment, in the maritime sector. cleaning operations again in Fremantle and Pilbara Ports, Western Australia since the 1997 ban. To gain approval in With over 30 years Maritime/Subsea experience Australia is a testament to the “Envirocart” System regarding CleanSubSea understands the issues and regulatory bio-security and the environment. guidelines/standards for In Water Hull Cleaning, especially in Australia, also the frustration and expense to Operators. The last 6 years have been focused on delivering a unique, efficient hull cleaning solution to the global maritime industry: COLIN BIGGERS & PAISLEY CSL AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Colin Biggers & Paisley is a longstanding and well-respected in a collaborative, results-focused manner. While many firms CSL Australia is a division of The CSL Group Inc. (“CSL”), Cargo transported includes cement, gypsum, clinker, coal, Australian commercial legal practice with a history of delivering offer exclusively contentious insurance based work, our a leading provider of marine dry bulk cargo handling and salt, sugar, iron ore, alumina, limestone and heavy mineral excellent results to clients for more than 110 years. Since team also offers one of the most experienced commercial, delivery services, and the world’s largest owner-operator of concentrate, among others. our inception in 1900, we have evolved from a boutique legal transactional and regulatory practices in Australia. self-unloading vessels. practice in Sydney, to a national legal practice. Today, we have CSL has an impressive track record of providing fast, 70 partners, more than 220 lawyers, and a total of more than Lawyers within the team have occupied, and continue to Through its major operating regions in Australia, Asia, Canada, reliable, cost effective and environmentally sound marine 460 staff. occupy, a number of senior leadership positions in major the Americas and Europe, CSL owns and operates a highly transportation and transhipment services to clients in Australia legal and industry maritime associations both domestically diversified fleet of specialized self-unloading vessels, off-shore and around the world. With a dedicated team of lawyers engaged full time in and internationally. transhippers and handysize bulk carriers, and delivers million transport and logistics legal services, Colin Biggers & Paisley of tonnes of cargo to industrial customers annually. The Company offers total solutions to customers by offers one of the largest and most experienced transport Colin Biggers & Paisley: helping our clients navigate Australia’s designing, building and operating marine transportation practices in the country. Our partners are among the most often stormy legal seas. CSL Australia is based in Sydney and operates a fleet of solutions tailored to their specific needs. highly regarded lawyers in the Australian transport law sector. self-unloaders, standard bulkers and transhipment vessels.

Our maritime practice differs from many of our competitors: we provide clients with a wide range of services, delivered DNV GL DOF

DNV GL was founded in Norway in 1864 and Det Norske essential for our certification activities and assures efficient DOF draws on 35 years’ experience building and managing teams, along with dedicated crews, extend capability and Veritas (Australia) Pty Ltd (trading as DNV GL) was and timely execution of statutory certification. DNV GL is a a world-class, technologically advanced fleet. The global fleet enhance operational safety. Nine of the fleet are currently incorporated in Australia in 1970. Recognised Organisation with AMSA, authorised for survey, of 67 high powered and environmentally-friendly vessels is operational and managed in Asia Pacific region. certification and approval functions for the international and divided into three segments: Platform Supply Vessels, Anchor As a (Ship) Classification Society DNV GL publishes its own domestic standards which fall under AMSA’s responsibility. Handler Vessels and Subsea Support Vessels. The fleet DOF’s vessels are purpose built to match the challenges of classification Rules including technical requirements in relation operates on charter to Oil and Gas Majors across the globe. the offshore sector and designed for operations across a wide to the design, construction and survey of ships. Complementing its traditional ‘class’ services, is a global In-house newbuild, technical management and maintenance range of water depths and environmental conditions. Advisory group bringing leading edge technology, cross- DNV GL is authorised by more than 80 maritime flag industry best practices and know-how to the maritime administrations to carry out statutory certification on their industry including government, owners, operators, cargo behalf. Our international network of approval centres and owners and suppliers. more than 300 survey stations in more than 100 countries is ENGAGE MARINE ERGT AUSTRALIA

Engage Marine Pty Ltd (Engage Marine) was officially The potential for the use of drone technology in a maritime ERGT Australia is a leading national emergency response The simulator allows instructors to run training scenarios launched at the Regional Ports conference in Wollongong on environment is multifaceted, providing genuine opportunities and safety skills training provider, catering specifically for the that cater to the capability of the student, improving their the 28th August 2017. to increase efficiency, improve safety and provide new Maritime and Oil & Gas sector. experience and proficiency at every training session. Students capabilities to operators. Engage Marine and The Institute can gain the confidence and “muscle memory” needed to Engage Marine has been established to lead change in the for Drone Technology™ will work together to identify In collaboration with Esso Australia, ERGT Australia has operate effectively under stressful conditions that can be way marine services are delivered in Australia, with a key opportunities in the maritime sector and develop relevant recently installed a Lifeboat simulator at their Altona expected if evacuating in a real emergency. focus on collaboration, technology and innovation, local training programs to ensure drone technology is implemented training centre. The first of its kind in the Asia Pacific region, commitment and contemporary business models. in a safe and effective manner. it demonstrates ERGT’s commitment to new technology Launching and recovering Lifeboats at sea has been that enhances overall trainee experience and improves the source of many major incidents and represents one One of the first developments is that Engage Marine has Engage Marine Chief Executive Officer, Mark Malone said training outcomes. of the highest areas of risk in maritime and Oil & Gas entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the “this new relationship with the Institute for Drone Technology training. Simulator based training eliminates risks to trainees Australian Institute for Drone Technology™. The Institute of reflects Engage Marine’s commitment to utilising technology Modelled on the SSI-CA3600 Survival Craft used by Esso and equipment. Drone Technology™ is at the forefront of the implementation and innovation to lead change in the marine industry.” offshore facilities in Bass Strait, the simulator is equipped of drone technology into organisations and industry through with the same operating controls and hook release The simulator is now available for public and corporate training and advice. It provides a forum where experts in mechanisms. Simulation software includes virtual models of training to Nationally Recognised Training Standards drone technology can share their knowledge and skills with specific structures, vessels and aircraft. It can also generate or Client specified standards. the world. evacuation scenarios of emergency situations and weather, visibility and sea conditions that is not possible in conventional training situations. FERRIBY MARINE AUSTRALIA GREENCAP MARITIME SERVICES

Ferriby Marine Australia assist companies in developing We offer a range of training courses throughout Australia Greencap is the largest integrated risk management and Greencap Maritime Services also include: documented Management Systems which meet the focused on Quality Management Lead Auditor, OH&S and compliance company in Australia providing businesses with • Asbestos Surveys requirements of the various ISO standards (Quality, Safety, Environmental Auditing, Ship and Port Security, Safety Expert Services, Online Solutions & Training to manage risk Environment and Supply Chain Security) and IMO Codes (ISM Management Systems for Vessels and Maritime Accident across People, Property & the Environment. • Supply chain auditing (commercial freight vessel & ISPS), as well as NSCV and MLC 06. We are able to design Investigation. Recent additions to the training program construction); training courses to tailor around your own management include the MLC06 Maritime Labour Convention and NSCV Part of the Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety Group and • Development and management of Asbestos Registers systems to ensure effectiveness. We have a 100% success – National Standards for Commercial Vessels, based on the comprising over 300 professional, technical and engineering rate with assisting over 1,000 organisations around the world, new Australian Legislation. staff based in 10 offices throughout Australia and New • Re-inspections of service & support vessels and more than 200 in Australia, to achieve compliance with Zealand, Greencap services a wide range of industries • Asbestos Awareness and Remediation training these standards and codes. including thousands of private and government clients. • Air-monitoring and clearance Maritime Asbestos Surveys: • Pre-departure and arrival inspections Accurate and reliable asbestos surveys are critical to • Health and Safety (plant and equipment) auditing minimising exposure to human health and financial risk. Greencap’s dedicated team of qualified inspectors have • Mould, Noise and Occupational Hygiene assessments saved global shipping companies millions of dollars in avoiding re-installation of (declared) ‘asbestos-free’ components that were proven to be non-compliant.

Greencap has a proven track record of undertaking precise and detailed maritime structure inspections (in local and international shipyards and waters) including Tugs; Tenders; Cargo / TEU Container Vessels; and Offshore Platforms. HEMPEL HFW

Since 1915 Hempel has been a world-leading coatings reducing energy consumption, improving environmental HFW is widely recognised as the leading provider of in excess of 100 years’ experience in the Australian and specialist, providing protection and inspiration to the world efficiency, and further driving down maintenance costs. legal advisory services to the international maritime and international transport sectors, and work regularly with around us. Today we have over 5,500 people in 80 countries supply chain sectors with more than 200 shipping lawyers colleagues at HFW offices around the world to deliver an delivering trusted solutions in the protective, decorative, We enjoy being challenged by our customers. We partner throughout our fully integrated worldwide network of efficient and seamless service to our clients. In addition to marine, container, industrial and yacht markets. This includes with them in projects across the world that help them become 17 offices specialising in all aspects of maritime, transport our own international offices, we are also able to call upon a many recognised brands like Crown Paints, Schaepman and or remain leaders in their respective industries. and trade law, and related supply chain infrastructure network of expert lawyers with whom we have longstanding Jones-Blair. development. The partners in HFW’s Australian offices, relationships to assist in other jurisdictions, and manage them We are committed to collaborating, innovating, exchanging located in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, collectively have as “global counsel” providing a seamless one-stop service. Across the globe, our coatings protect structures and information and improving every customer relationship in the equipment from corrosion. They extend asset lifetime, more than 80 countries where we operate. improve efficiency, reduce maintenance costs and bring colour to our homes and places of work. We come from almost every corner of the world and speak many languages. We have R&D centres and production units As guardians of our customers’ most valuable assets, we across the globe. We have a broad range of expertise and work closely with our customers on every project, large or work in almost every area of business. But wherever we work small. We are there every step of the way, offering advice, and whatever we do, we always make sure our customers support and inspiration – and solutions that provide superior enjoy the renowned Hempel quality and service. protection and performance. Hempel is proudly owned by the Hempel Foundation, which We never stand still. We are constantly innovating, always supports cultural, humanitarian and scientific causes across looking for new ways to add value to our customers’ the world. businesses: making production processes cleaner and faster, JOTUN LIFE CELL MARINE SAFETY COMPANY

Jotun Australia Pty Ltd is part of the global coatings giant Jotun was instrumental in the development of the ISO 19030 The Life Cell Marine Safety Company has designed and Life Cell is an essential piece of equipment on any vessel and Jotun A/S. Jotun A/S was founded in Norway in 1926 and is for the measurement of hull and propeller performance and developed Life Cell, a float-free buoyant device that becomes the automatic safety induction on board. Clearly the Number One marine coatings company in the world. The fully supports its implementation for benefits of its large stores all essential marine safety equipment. Life Cell was signed, highly visible and wall mounted, Life Cell is ideal for Jotun Group has 37 production facilities in 21 countries and is customer base. developed after two directors and their 11yo sons were ship’s bridge, muster station or deck area. Life Cell can also represented in over 100 countries around the world. nearly lost at sea after their boat sank suddenly and without be used as a MOB throwable buoyant device which will not Jotun was also the world leader in the development of Silyl warning 10km off the coast of Sydney. Luckily they survived, only keep the person afloat but allow them to facilitate their Jotun Australia has a manufacturing and Head office located Acrylate technology which is widely acknowledged as the but the experience made them realise just how poorly own rescue. Available in four sizes with the largest size, The in Melbourne with offices and warehouses in every state. leading Anti Foul technology on the market today with over safety equipment is stored on boats; often out of sight and Crewman, capable of holding a full SOLAS kit. 10,000 vessels currently coated with SeaQuantum product. in places that are hard to access in an emergency. They All Jotun Marine Sales personnel are Technically trained to believe this is costing lives and therefore decided to address handle all in service queries and specifications. Most are Jotun is proud of its relationships with some of the industry’s the missing link in marine safety. NACE 2 qualified and the aim is to provide our customers leading ship management companies, including ASP, the most technically competent Marine coatings sales force Anglo Eastern, Teekay and CSL. Customers range from in the land. Rio Tinto Marine to FMG, including local companies Sea Swift, Bhagwan, Toll, SeaRoad, Incat, Austal and more. Jotun has always been a market leader and innovator. Jotun’s R&D department s one of the most innovative and Jotun Australia is proud to partner with these companies and progressive labs in the world. to offer practical and beneficial solutions to the industry. LLOYD’S REGISTER MAERSK SUPPLY SERVICE

Lloyd’s Register (LR) is a global engineering, technical and We have a long-standing reputation for integrity, impartiality Maersk Supply Service provides marine services and company’s 50 years of offshore experience and privileged business services organisation wholly owned by the Lloyd’s and technical excellence. Our compliance, risk and technical integrated solutions to the energy sector worldwide. Maersk access to a global network of people, assets and strategic Register Foundation, a UK charity dedicated to research and consultancy services give Australian clients confidence Supply Service is the market leader in deep-water services industry partners. Maersk Supply Service guarantees the education in science and engineering. that their assets and businesses are safe, sustainable and such as anchor handling in ultra-deep water, mooring relevant resources and capabilities to deliver safe and efficient dependable. Through our global technology centres and installations, rig moves and transport of equipment to drilling project solutions for customers. Founded in 1760 as the first marine classification society, research network, we are at the forefront of understanding the rigs and production units. and having a continuous presence in Australia since 1872, application of new science and technology to future-proof our Maersk Supply Service employs an international staff LR now operates across all states, with over 50 Marine and clients businesses. Maersk Supply Service’s Integrated Solutions delivery model of around 1100 offshore and 200 onshore people. Offshore employees based in 5 offices around the coast. is centered around the company’s global assets. Whether Headquartered in Lyngby, Denmark, Maersk Supply Service it is decommissioning, mooring or towing services, Maersk is represented globally with offices in Aberdeen, St. John’s, Supply Service designs and implements solutions that meet Rio de Janeiro, Lagos, Luanda, Accra, Houston, Singapore, the specific requirements of the customers. Maersk Supply and Perth. Service’s Integrated Solutions business is supported by the MARITIME SUPER MER SOLUTIONS

Maritime Super is the largest industry super fund for the relationships with members throughout their working lives and Maritime, Energy and Resources Anthony Stanton: Legal Practitioner with expertise in domestic maritime industry. Established in 1967, this year marks the into retirement. Their goal is to help members make the right commercial vessel compliance and over twenty years’ Fund’s 50th anniversary, an exciting milestone and first in the decisions now to secure financial freedom in the future. MER Solutions is a boutique, risk management practice, experience in government, law and defence sectors superannuation industry! Over the years, they’ve delivered combining legal, technical and maritime operational innovative and comprehensive superannuation, insurance and The Fund works with over 350 participating employers in the experience to be your trusted partners in the Asia Pacific Paul Mitchell: Shipping all-rounder having twenty five years of retirement benefits to members. Today, Maritime Super looks industry to help them meet their super obligations, manage region. Global shipping demands safe, commercial and diverse operational, commercial and cargo experience in the after 30,000 members and over $5 billion in assets. super effectively and support employees through engaging compliant service delivery. MER Solutions has the professional international shipping industry. Master Mariner and BBA. education programs, including access to financial advice expertise to manage your assets, people and interests at the Maritime Super has a proud history serving the maritime through a national network of financial planners. ship shore interface. Stuart Scott: Maritime professional in shipping and ports industry and is truly committed to building lifelong infrastructure. Internationally experienced in fleet operations, MER Solutions’ service encompass legal representation, freight portfolio management and feasibility studies. Master incident investigation, vessel inspections, marine engineering Mariner and MBA. support, operational auditing and risk management. Vincent Yu: Chartered Engineer and Naval Architect with over MER Solutions’ resources at a glance: ten years’ experience as a DNV Class Surveyor specialising in Ship Building, Re-cycling and Conversion. Stephen Ainscough: Chartered Engineer with experience in LNG, Oil and Bulk Shipping, port infrastructure, project Zou Zheng: China based associate partner with twenty five development/management, extractive oil, gas and mineral years’ experience as an IACS Class and Flag surveyor, Marine resource processing. Superintendent, Newbuilding Supervisor, Shipyard Engineer and Consultant. Captain John Kavanagh: Legal Practitioner, Master Mariner and Maritime Auditor with expertise in oil pollution management, regulatory issues and government relations. MISSION TO SEAFARERS MMA OFFSHORE LTD (MMA)

Celebrating 160 years of Service to Seafarers In 2016 the Mission to Seafarers – Melbourne was shortlisted With its head office located in Fremantle, Western Australia in Northern Australian (i.e. Woodside North West assets, as one of the Seafarers’ Centre of the Year by the International and international headquarters in Singapore, ASX listed MMA INPEX’s Ichthys Project and ConocoPhillips Bayu Undan With Early Origins dating back to 1857 in the Port of Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network, continuing our is one of the largest marine service providers in the Asia facilities). Three of these PSV’s will operate out of Darwin by Melbourne, custodians of the Mission to Seafarer’s work good work in the seafaring community. Pacific region. MMA owns and operates over 40 modern end of 2017 with a collective contract value of USD225m. today are increasingly aware of those who preceded us. They offshore vessels, an Australian Slipway Facility and two were mindful of the wellbeing of seafarers and this legacy of The Mission to Seafarers is open 365 days a year welcoming international onshore facilities in South East Asia. Onshore Facilities work is on-going today. not only Seafarers from around the globe, but passers by and MMA specialise in providing marine solutions and expertise MMA operates a Slipway Facility, which is strategically located tourists. Haven’t you wondered what is inside and what it to the offshore oil and gas industry. MMA’s service is in Dampier, Western Australia and is capable of docking 2017 is the Centenary Year of 717 Flinders Street Docklands was built for? As one of only a handful of buildings in the City underpinned by their Target 365 culture of striving for a vessels up to 3,500 tonne displacement. The Slipway is a and presents an opportunity to celebrate a special place in of Melbourne still used for its original purpose, why not drop “Perfect Day, Every Day” – one where each day is free of key asset in that it provides timely maintenance and repair of the life and community of those who live and work at sea. in and sit for a minute or two in the secret garden or enjoy a injuries and incidents. The company believe in partnering with MMA’s expanding fleet in the North West and ensures that The Mission to Seafarers building, “…described by mariners drink after work in the courtyard. You are welcome. clients to deliver fit-for-purpose, innovative, marine solutions. MMA is capable of servicing its clients’ marine requirements around the globe as the best in the world – a real good MMA’s service offering is backed up by a high specification safely and with a degree of flexibility that no other operator in concern” (Weekly Times Melbourne 21 September 1895) is a offshore vessel fleet, and strategically located onshore the region can provide significant place for seafarers and for the City of Melbourne. facilities which enable us to leverage our quality marine MMA’s Batam Shipyard facility includes an 18.1-hectare expertise. The mix of these assets enables bespoke, value- yard site and five construction berths capable of building added solutions to the industry. high quality commercial vessels and customised offshore support vessels, as well as oil and gas modular fabrication. Vessel Operations The Shipyard commenced operations in 1993 and has With vessels operating in the majority of oil and gas hubs successfully delivered over 30 vessels in the last 20 years. around the globe, MMA’s fleet includes specialised IMR MMA’s Tuas Onshore Facility includes a 2.5-hectare yard site vessels with subsea capabilities through to multi-purpose focusing on vessel mobilisations and demobilisations for the offshore spot fleet vessels. Currently four of MMA’s Platform oil and gas industry. The facility is targeted as a multi-user oil Support Vessels (PSVs) are supporting production contracts and gas onshore support facility. MP SAFETY MANAGEMENT NORTH WEST SHELF

Best Practice Injury Management MP Safety Management has been recognised with the SHIPPING SERVICES COMPANY Seacare Authority, winning Best Rehabilitation and Return to MP Safety Management, Nationally Accredited with Seacare, Work Awards since 2004, receiving High Commendation has been involved in the Maritime industry since 1997, for a successful return to work following psychological injury. recently celebrating 20 years of Return to Work Excellence. Established in 1985, North West Shelf Shipping Services The North West Shelf Project owns seven LNG vessels, whilst Jacki was also honoured at the Seacare Awards 2014 with Company (NWSSSC) is the shipping adviser to International others are time chartered. Best Rehabilitation Provider. MP Safety Management works with employees and Gas Transportation Company Limited (IGTC), the Bermuda employers ensuring best practice injury management and registered parent shipping company of the North West Shelf Since 1989 the North West Shelf Project has safely and Pre Employment and Industry Medicals occupational rehabilitation services, assisting workers to Project participants. reliably delivered over 4,000 LNG cargoes. safely return to work after injury or illness. Using our vast network of reliable and experienced professionals, developed over 20 years, we are able NWSSSC is responsible for providing operational, Both IGTC and NWSSSC are owned by the North West Melanie and Jacki have visited ships on the Australian coast to facilitate fast, comprehensive pre-employment commercial, marine assurance and technical expertise to Shelf Project participants who are BHP Billiton Petroleum and internationally, assessing and developing an appreciation medicals, including functional capacity assessments support the safe, efficient and reliable transportation of LNG (North West Shelf) Pty Ltd, BP Developments Australia Pty of the demands of working at sea, to best support Seafarers' based on Marine Orders. Over the last 12 months we from Australia’s North West Shelf to the Project’s long term Ltd, Chevron Australia Pty Ltd, Japan Australia LNG (MIMI) with their rehabilitation. We have also supported the Maritime have processed 350 medicals, including AMSA, OGUK customers in Japan, South Korea and China. Pty Ltd, Shell Development (Australia) Pty Ltd and Woodside industry with training and education with Seacare and METL. and Norwegian medicals. Energy Ltd. NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT OMC INTERNATIONAL

Norton Rose Fulbright’s shipping lawyers are known for relevant industries including mining, oil & gas, commodities, OMC International, is the innovator of the award winning The latest Series 5 uses web-based technology and providing high quality holistic advice in every area of shipping ship finance. Australia’s largest mining, energy and transport e-Navigation technology for use in vessel movement complemented by shore to ship communications, such as law – from ship finance and asset restructuring and insolvency companies recognise our expertise, many of whom have management. Its dynamic under keel clearance system, AIS, to provide real time UKC information, and monitoring, to commodities, casualty response, environmental, risk appointed us as their only shipping advisers. We also advise DUKC®, provides a consistent scientific approach to UKC to the Pilot or Master. It adds the time dimension to the UKC advisory, sanctions, human rights and cybersecurity. Core commodity clients, marine insurance clients and governments. and has been in operation in draft restricted waterways and dimension and allows the Pilot to maintain a safe UKC by members of our team are admitted to practice and are approach channels for 24 years and over 170,000 deep controlling the speed of the vessel as necessary. The time experienced in key shipping jurisdictions including England Our Australian team led by Ernest van Buuren (international draft transits worldwide without incident. dimension also assists in effective contingency planning and and Hong Kong. Our team advises on local matters with trade, maritime law and maritime insurance), Hazel Brasington the information can also be viewed on a compatible Electronic international issues. (international trade and commodities) and Dale Rayner (ship DUKC® improves safety by effectively mitigating grounding Charting Systems (PPU) using DUKC® Chart Overlays. finance) are unmatched in Australia for quality, depth and hazards by accurately determining the clearance between We are at the forefront of maritime law, advising on some of breadth of expertise. In Australia, Asia Pacific and globally we the ship and seabed and ensures a safe clearance is DUKC® ensures safety, whilst maximising productivity and Australia’s largest and most complex shipping and maritime have one of the largest shipping practices. Our global practice maintained at all times. can be used for all UKC critical vessels in all conditions. matters. We combine our deep shipping knowledge with key is truly integrated, offering seamless advice to our clients. It is a proven e-Navigation tool now operational worldwide. OSM MARITIME GROUP P&O MARITIME, AUSTRALASIA

Since 1989 OSM has provided support at sea. With 11,000 with local content, OSM Maritime Group offers flexibility P&O Maritime is a premier provider of maritime solutions supporting business and government research activities both employees, a fleet of roughly 500 vessels and operations and opportunity for clients to expand their presence in new offering unique and specialist capabilities to government and locally in Australia and globally. all over the world, we are the global market leader for third regions and the peace of mind that comes with: efficient and private sectors on a national and global scale. party management within the Offshore and Maritime Industry. transparent management systems that keep them informed at Presently in Australia, P&O Maritime operates and manages Our solutions provide one point of contact and act as a all times, over 50 nationalities and Flag expertise capabilities An industry leader in safety and innovation, P&O Maritime’s Australia’s iconic vessel, RSV Aurora Australis, with one-stop shop for Ship Management, Crew Management, to assure regulation compliance, reduced overhead expense success and longevity is underpinned by the founding extensive and current capability extending to ownership and Offshore Management, and New Building Management. and back office support to allow them to focus on their principle of delivering global maritime excellence. management of MV Aburri in Queensland as well as MV OSM Maritime Group brings over two decades of experience growth. Opening an office in Australia in 2015, OSM is Wunma in Northern Territory. in the Maritime Industry, approximately 11,000 employees, headquartered in Perth, WA where it manages 140 seafarers With foundations dating back to 1837 when P&O, the 30 office locations, 500 vessels under management, and a on offshore support vessels, as well as providing the link to Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, was P&O Maritime today continues committing to being an 90% retention to the table. With a global footprint combined global services for Australian ship owners. established in London, P&O Maritime was launched in the industry leader in safety and innovation, bringing solid 1960s to initially service the offshore energy industry in experience and unique capabilities to provide clients with Australia and South-East Asia. global maritime excellence.

The Company’s growth over the course of more than 50 years has seen global services expand to include Government, Cargo, Port Marine, Oil and Gas and Shipbroking services, PACIFIC MARINE GROUP PKF AUSTRALIA

Pacific Marine Group (PMG) is a privately owned company Services able to be delivered out of the facility include project PKF Australia is a like-minded group of independent firms investments into Australian maritime activities including the that has operated for over 25 years and employs around laydown, barge and vessel fitout and loading, repair and and each of these firms are members of the PKF International existence of permanent establishments, the application 100 people. PMG operates a marine complex in Townsville maintenance options for fabricators, fitters, blast and paint Network that has offices in 150 countries. of the Australian freight tax regime, the implications of and is the provider of a range of marine contracting, work, electricians and labourers, as well as tug and barge Australia’s framework of Double Tax Agreements, taxation of commercial diving and vessel and barge hire services services and Commercial Diving services. The primary objective of the PKF Australia Network is to operations in the Joint Petroleum Development Area, royalty throughout New Zealand, the Pacific, New Guinea and deliver opportunities, benefits and solutions to clients. withholding tax, transfer pricing and the taxation of expatriate Australia, in particular Northern Queensland and the Pacific Marine Group’s activities are throughout Queensland Our core services include audit and assurance, business employees. He has worked with clients across a range of Northern Territory. including: Hay Point, Weipa, Willis Island, Great Barrier advisory, recovery and insolvency, corporate finance and shipping activities including FPSO deployment and operation, Reef, Whitsunday Islands, Creal Reef, Gladsonte, Lucinda, taxation. The shipping sector is one of our key industries. FSOs, tugs, tankers, ferries and dry bulk carriers. Iain was a Specific capabilities include: Townsville and Magnetic Island. member of the Taxation Committee in relation to the shipping Iain Spittal who leads the PKF Tax practice in Sydney has tax changes which were introduced in Australia in 2012 and • Over 20 000m2 of waterfront hardstand – available for PMG has a diverse fleet available to conduct a range of had a long history working with companies in the Australian has advised a number of clients on how these new rules can project laydown, site erection prior to barge loading etc. services including asset (wharf, navigation aid, mooring maritime industry. As a recognised expert in this field, Iain apply to their operations. He has also presented at various • Wharf rated to 200T crane capacity, with ability to upgrade points, subsea pipeline, etc) installation, maintenance, repair has had significant expertise with many aspects of the international shipping tax conferences. Iain has a deep capacity if required. and removal; and coastal and offshore support, supply and issues affecting the operations of Australian shipowners and understanding of tax rules and the nuances applicable to the towage operations. operators and their supply chain and customers. Iain has maritime industry as well as significant experience in dealing • Barge ramp. worked on international tax issues associated with structuring with the Australian Taxation Office. • Roll on-roll off barge loading ability. • Brand new 3000m3 workshop and office complex – office space available for clients wishing to use the facility. • Steel and aluminium fabrication bays, 2 x 6T overhead cranes. • Full fitters / maintenance facilities. • Fully compliant on-site blast and paint facility. • On site cranage from 12T – 150T. PORT OF NEWCASTLE RIGHTSHIP

The Port of Newcastle is Australia’s third largest port and is aluminium. The Port of Newcastle’s deep water shipping With a mission to improve the safety and sustainability of the including charterers, terminals, shipowners, industry groups well known as the world’s leading coal export port. In 2016, channel is a vital asset for the Australian economy and is world’s fleet, RightShip is the world’s leading independent and financial institutions, to factor energy efficiency into their the Port handled almost 168 million tonnes of trade and maintained on a continual basis by the Port’s dredger, David maritime and environmental risk management organisation. vessel selection and sustainability programs. The GHG Rating

2,258 ship visits. Allan, to ensure safe access to the Port. measures a ship’s theoretical CO2 output and compares it to RightShip Qi, the organisation’s predictive vetting platform, peer vessels using an A to G scale. Use of the GHG Rating The Port of Newcastle provides a gateway to destinations Port of Newcastle is committed to growing all trades and supports more than three thousand users from over 290 as a vessel selection tool equates to almost 30,000 vessel along the Australian eastern seaboard, with a catchment provides Australian exporters with competitive and efficient organisations worldwide, allowing them to identify and avoid movements each year, or one in every five vessels selected area encompassing a fertile and diverse region producing access to growing Asian markets. high-risk vessels, protect their supply chain and ensure the for charter. world-class minerals, agriculture, meat, timber, steel and safety of their shipping operations. RightShip also offers vessel inspections, advice, audits, benchmarking, reporting In line with this sustainability offering, RightShip is a carbon- and the secure hosting of clients’ vetting systems. neutral organisation, and has developed a Carbon accounting tool to allow organisations to better understand, measure and As the maritime industry transitions towards a low carbon offset their scope 3 emissions related to shipping activity. economy, RightShip’s GHG Rating assists stakeholders RIO TINTO MARINE ROSTRAC

Rio Tinto Marine provides ocean freight and maritime services Some product is shipped to international customers but With the digital age emerging there is increasing pressure on Data Management System by AMSA to identify individual to the Rio Tinto Group. As a critical supply chain partner the majority of Weipa bauxite is supplied to the Queensland fleet operators, governing authorities, training organisations Seafarers. 2017 has also seen the Australian Government to the Group’s mining businesses, Marine adds value by Alumina Limited and Rio Tinto Aluminium Yarwun refineries, and Seafarers to integrate and deliver change management launch the USI platform which maintains digitised VET providing global shipping services and acting as the central both located in Gladstone, Queensland. These refineries strategies to keep pace with rapidly developing technology transcripts for any individual who has completed studies with repository of maritime expertise for the Group. produce alumina as feedstock for Australian aluminium while remaining compliant. a registered training organisation. smelting operations and for sale on the international market. In Northern Australia, the Weipa port can service post- Professional Seafarers employed within both the Domestic ROSTrac is working towards collaborative innovation Panamax vessels up to a capacity of 88,000 tonne cargoes. Commercial Vessel and Merchant sectors are required which seeks to digitise qualifying sea service through to maintain records of service, any number of certificates Navnet interfacing and crew watch-time profiling. This will and attend continued competency training at Registered provide a valid, accurate, authentic, legible, verifiable and Training Organisations throughout their career to remain sustainable method of recording ‘real-time’ sea service while current and employable. consolidating multiple qualifications. Integration with existing platforms will optimise the process of assessing Qualifying 2017 has seen the development and launch of the Sea Service, compliance with Minimum Safe Manning Seafarer ID, generated and maintained on a National Requirements and crew time management. SEA SWIFT PTY LTD SEA TRANSPORT LOGISTICS (STL)

Sea Swift is a privately owned company based in Cairns that (c) charter and project logistics: Sea Swift provides logistics With a 40 year track record of dust free transhipping in These mini ports each can service 3 exporters for volumes up has provided shipping services throughout Northern Australia services to resources and infrastructure customers who the Gulf of Carpentaria, STL has developed transhipment to 10 million tonnes per annum. for 30 Years. require large, sporadic or one-off deliveries, including the solutions including the design of common user mini-ports with movement of construction and infrastructure materials and the smallest environmental footprint, for shallow draft feeders, The feeder vessels and Floating Harbour Transhipper (FHT) The main products and services that Sea Swift supplies are: machinery for major projects; eliminating dredging requirement. can handle waves up to 5 metres in a totally enclosed dust free environment. (a) general cargo services: Sea Swift operates both (d) passenger cruise: Sea Swift also provides limited services This paradigm shift takes the “Port to the Product” instead scheduled and charter services providing seaborne delivery transporting passengers and their vehicles to various of the other way around, saving significant logistics costs for The Queensland based Sea Transport Group has sold of freight including food, fuel and other goods to customers locations across FNQ and the Torres Strait Islands; exporters of agricultural and mining products. designs to 47 countries. such as businesses, government agencies, mining projects and individuals on remote islands and in coastal communities. (e) fuel retail: Sea Swift also retails a small volume of fuel It is important to note that during the North Australian wet to regional communities at depots located in FNQ and the season that Sea Swift is the only link to many of these Torres Strait Islands, as well as providing commercial sales communities for months on end due to impassable roads; to operators such as Marine Pilots, Small Navy vessels, Water Police, Customs, and Boarder Force vessels. (b) fishery support: Sea Swift provides mothershipping services to fishing fleets, including the delivery of fuel, fresh water, packaging, consumables and exchange crew to fishing vessels and the transportation of catch back to port; Photo courtesy of film and photo.

SEAROAD FERRIES PTY LTD SEAROAD SHIPPING PTY LTD

For over 30 years, Searoad Ferries have connected Phillip Bay as well as providing a route for vehicles and foot SeaRoad Shipping services include the transportation of In 2016, the new vessel Mersey II, arrived delivering a new era Queenscliff and Sorrento in via a car and passenger passengers connecting the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine containers, trailers, reefers (refrigerated units), cars and for Australian shipping and especially for Tasmanian exporters Service. The multi-award winning company operates Peninsula and , en-route to Phillip Island. non-containerised freight on its two RoRo vessels, Searoad and importers. It leads the world with its pioneering LNG Australia’s busiest car and passenger ferry route, in addition Tamar and Searoad Mersey II. It also facilitates land transport refuelling system and was conceived and championed by to passenger ferries on Western Port connecting French Moving over 850,000 passengers per annum, the ferry services for shipping customers either through SeaRoad Tasmanians. The Mersey II’s environmental credentials fit well Island and Phillip Island to the mainland. service has its headquarters located at Queenscliff, Victoria Logistics or other providers. with the image the state is known for worldwide. and directly employs 100 people and supports a further The 45 min ferry crossing between Queenscliff and Sorrento 560 indirect jobs. Searoad Ferries is an employer of choice Bass Strait shipping operations are an essential domestic provides a vital transport and tourism link between the in the region and contributes over $100 million annually to service catering to the Tasmanian population and economy. Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas on southern the local economy. Bay. The service primarily focusses on tourism around Port SMIT LAMNALCO SOLSTADFARSTAD ASA

Smit Lamnalco is the leading provider of safe and efficient Smit Lamnalco specialises in bringing international standards SolstadFarstad has more than 60 years of experience within We operate advanced vessels worldwide, often under towage and associated marine services to the oil and gas and on safety, logistics, mooring and towage to onshore and various shipping segments, and is currently the leading extreme weather conditions. We always focus on health, harbour towage industries. offshore operations in challenging environments. provider of specialized offshore tonnage to the international safety, environment and quality in all our operations. We are oil and gas industry. flexible and reliable, and care about our employees and the With more than 225 vessels and close to 3000 staff In Northern Australia, Smit Lamnalco is the towage provider environment. The company is always developing to ensure worldwide, Smit Lamnalco is dedicated to providing marine for Rio Tinto in Weipa and holds the exclusive towage license June 2017 saw the merger of the Norwegian ship owners a leading and competitive position in the markets where support services tailored to the operational needs of global for the Port of Townsville, Mackay and Gladstone. Solstad Offshore, Farstad Shipping, Deep Sea Supply and we are represented. This is fundamental in maintaining and customers in local markets. Active in almost 30 countries, Rem Maritime into SolstadFarstad. SolstadFarstad is a global strengthening our competitive position. company consisting of approximately 150 vessels with more than 3.000 employees - one of the largest of its kind. Our The activity of SolstadFarstad is aimed at the international activities are mainly concentrated on the markets in Europe, oil and gas industry. Brazil, Australia and Asia. The company’s head office is located in Skudeneshavn, Norway. STOLT-NIELSEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD STRATEGIC MARINE GROUP

Stolt-Nielsen Limited is a worldwide leading provider of Bulk Liquid Storage • Commercial Marine Advisors SMG provides shipping, transportation and marine integrated transportation, storage and distribution of bulk industry expertise to supplement and support our clients’ • Storage facilities in main distribution locations serving liquid chemical products and veg. oils through its three largest requirements and strategies. as hubs for tankers. • Maritime Consultancy Services business divisions • Independent, Expert, Confidential and Professional We provide independent, expert, confidential and professional Stolt Tank Containers Shipping services using reliable, dedicated, highly experienced One of the world’s leading provider of door-to door With offices in Victoria, , Queensland and qualified consultants and analysts who work to fully • Deep sea and regional fleets provide global coverage transportation services for bulk liquid chemicals and food and Tasmania the SMG team brings together extensive understand customer needs and requirements and provide • Sophisticated stainless steel specialty tonnage with high grade products. commercial experience and expertise to adopt a highly the agreed service deliverables on time and on budget. number of segregations business-focused approach to any technical and operational • Worldwide door-to-door logistics service analysis it undertakes within government agencies, the • Approximately 20 million tons of cargo carried yearly • Operations supported by 14 depots globally maritime and ports industries. in the bulk liquid chemicals, edible oils, acids, biofuels and CPP. • 35,000+ Tank containers in the fleet. SURVIVAL SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL SVITZER

Survival Systems International (SSI) is an innovative life- • Lifeboat hook replacement in accordance with Since 1833, Svitzer has provided safety and support at sea. in very different corners of the world. We employ our vast saving appliance (LSA) manufacturer and service company. IMO requirements. With 4,000 employees and a fleet of 430 vessels, Svitzer is LNG towage experience to deliver tugs tailored to the With manufacturing in California SSI has owned and the global and Australian leader in towage and emergency specific requirements. • Hire of load test equipment. operated service facilities in New Orleans, Washington, response, operating in over 100 ports around the world. Mexico, England, Scotland, Dubai, Malaysia, Singapore & • Lifeboat, winch and davit repairs onsite or onshore at its Svitzer’s three core business areas are harbour towage, A great example of this is the Gorgon and Wheatstone LNG Australia. Since 1968 SSI has provided LSA equipment, workshop facility (which includes 110,400 litre test pond). terminal towage, and salvage and emergency response. projects in Western Australia. These operations require service and support to its customers within the oil and gas, eight specially designed tugs (for example, to meet strict • Servicing, inspection and maintenance of Self-Contained maritime and cruise shipping industry. In addition to being Svitzer Australia was incorporated in Australia in 1939 environmental restrictions covering the area in which they Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), Emergency Escape the only company approved by the Original Equipment and is part of the Maersk Group of Denmark. operate at Barrow Island). Svitzer’s ground breaking ECOtug®, Breathing Devices, Breathing Air Compressors (including Manufacturer (OEM) of the Survival Systems International reduces fuel consumption by up to 10% compared to air quality testing). brand of equipment, SSI is able to service a wide range of Svitzer provides towage services both in terminals and traditional tugs and NOX emission by up to 80%. other brands as an Authorized Service Provider (ASP) in • Breathing air workshop for hydrostatic testing and refilling ship-to-ship operations on a number of major LNG project accordance with the IMO resolution. of breathing air cylinders. • Servicing of Lifejackets, Immersion suits, Dan Buoys and SSI Australia provides: life rafts. • Lifeboat and associated equipment service/inspections, as mandated by the International Maritime Organisation / SOLAS requirements. SWIRE PACIFIC OFFSHORE PTY LTD TASPORTS

Swire Pacific Offshore welcomed the arrival of three Tasmanian Ports Corporation Pty Ltd (TasPorts) is a state- TasPorts ensures the safe control and security of all major Platform Supply Vessels (PSV) into Australia in July. Pacific owned company responsible for ten Tasmanian ports and ports and delivers critical pilotage services as well as provision Grackle and Pacific Greylag, sister vessels from SPO’s the Devonport Airport. We run a diverse range of operations of towage, slipway and refuelling facilities, supply of floating G Class range, are highly fuel efficient PSVs with DWT across the state with the purpose of facilitating trade for the plant and equipment for marine engineering projects, and capacities of over 4000t and 810m2 of deck space. Pacific benefit of Tasmania, through the commercial provision of construction and coastal haulage. Hornbill is the third PSV, which is diesel electric and boasts infrastructure and services. a large deck space of 1,000m2. In addition, we maintain community-use waterfront assets TasPorts is responsible for the management and maintenance in Sullivan’s Cove, Stanley, Inspection Head, Strahan and of essential infrastructure in Tasmania, which includes forestry King Island. terminal operations in Burnie and Bell Bay, all associated infrastructure at the Devonport Airport as well as maintenance of port berths, channels, wharves, landside assets, marine fleet and key navigational aids. TEEKAY AUSTRALIA TOLL ENERGY & MARINE LOGISTICS

Teekay provides comprehensive marine services to a broad supplying specialised tugs known as Infield Support Vessels Vessel capability estate, approximately half way between the township of Karratha and Toll’s Dampier supply base on the range of customers in Australia. From shipping logistics for oil (ISVs) for Prelude FLNG. This project involves the design, Toll have a fleet of more than 10 vessels – including landing Burrup Peninsula. exporters to vessel management for resource companies and building and operation of three new vessels to support Shell’s craft tank (LCT) vessels, barges, tugs, multipurpose tween government, our marine services reflect Teekay’s reputation multi billion dollar investment in floating LNG extraction. Shell deckers and platform supply vessels (PSV) – customised for producing significant advantages for our customers. has selected the innovative RotorTug design, ART 100-42 and engineered to support our customers’ marine logistics Broome which was developed by part of the Kotug group. requirements. The list below indicates the areas in which Since 2006, we have operated a strategically located supply Teekay Australia has formed a joint venture with the Dutch we operate: base in Broome – providing our customers with support for towage company, called KT Maritime (KTM) which will be exploration, future production operations and construction Dampier activity in the Browse Basin and surrounding areas. As a key provider of logistics and supply base services for oil and gas exploration and production operations in the North Darwin West Shelf region, Toll have had a strong presence in Dampier Toll have had an established presence in Darwin since 2003, since 1990. Our main supply base operations are strategically with multiple purpose-built multi-user sites and a dedicated run out of King Bay, with complementary satellite yards in pipe yard for tubular management. Karratha LIA and Gap Ridge. Gladstone Karratha Toll’s supply base operations in Gladstone is close to Toll’s Karratha supply base facility is among the largest and port infrastructure and supports the APLNG stakeholder latest multi-user tubular management and preparation yard ConocoPhillips, consolidating all inventory for gas train in the region. Offering approximately 50,000m2 of dedicated consumables and shut down operations. space for tubular management, a separate pipe lay down yard and bonded storage for dangerous goods, we operate this fully integrated logistics facility alongside a secondary 80,000m2 supply base located in the Gap Ridge industrial WÄRTSILÄ AUSTRALIA WATERWAY CONSTRUCTIONS

Supporting a 100% gas-fuelled Australian future Established in 1993, Waterway Constructions (WWC) has When an owner looks for complex design, engineering or achieved consistent growth to become one of the largest construction on, in and around the water they turn to a Pictured here is the Siem Thiima, chartered by Woodside, specialist maritime contractors in Australia. With a workforce specialist contractor with a unique track-record in quality, the first ever LNG-fuelled OSV to operate in Australia, being of over 150 personnel, a fleet of over 15 barges and yard safety, budget management and projects without incident. fuelled by EVOL LNG at Fremantle Port in Western Australia. space in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane- WWC has the WWC was established by eight shareholders (4 are still Wärtsilä is honoured to be at the start of this journey, as Siem capability and capacity to undertake maritime construction, working with Waterway) to tackle the specific challenges of Thiima is designed by us, and has the full package of engines maintenance and refurbishment throughout Australia. Across maritime construction - where project access by land is not and gas-handling equipment on-board that enables her to run Northern Australia, Waterway has completed maritime feasible. WWC establishes a specialised workforce (WWC has on LNG. We believe this is only the beginning of what LNG construction projects as far north as Thursday Island as trained 3-4 apprentices each year since 1999) and a strong can do for vessels operating in Australia and we are ready to well as work on Curtis Island, Gladstone and Bundaberg. engineering team supported by specialist maritime equipment partner with ship owners, charterers, LNG suppliers, ports, Currently, WWC is completing a wharf extension project on and over the years have earned a reputation for successful classification societies and associations to ensure the safe, Norfolk Island in the Pacific Ocean. delivery of high risk, complex and technically challenging efficient and successful use of LNG in Australian waters. maritime projects. A member of the Keller Group, WWC has the financial support as well as access to the resources and expertise of the largest independently owned foundation specialist company in the world. The Keller Group is a UK listed construction company that has permanent operations in more than 40 countries, around 10,000 employees and a combined turnover of around £1.8 billion. WITHERBY PUBLISHING WOODSIDE

Witherby Publishing Group is a specialist publisher of The company has customers in over 180 different countries Woodside is Australia’s largest producer of LNG with more Woodside’s shipping capabilities have long been central to regulatory, technical and operational marine publications and has won a variety of awards including the Seatrade than 25 years’ experience as an LNG producer and operator. their role as a leading supplier of energy to the Asia Pacific based in Edinburgh, Scotland and was formed from a Joint Award for best IT Application, Lloyd’s List Training award In addition to LNG, Woodside markets crude oil, condensate, region. Woodside’s expertise includes offtake management, Venture between Witherbys and Seamanship International. and the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade. LPG and pipeline natural gas and has been supplying pipeline price reviews and integrated LNG shipping fleet operation. Witherbys is run by partners Iain Macneil and Kat Heathcote; Witherby Publishing Group has also been recognised as a gas to Western Australian utilities and buyer since 1984. Iain is an ex-mariner who set up Seamanship International to Great Place to Work in the small business category for both design and develop training and reference materials for the Scotland and the U.K. shipping industry. Kat, who has a background in the energy business including with BP and Wood MacKenzie, joined the As the oldest independent publisher in the English-speaking company in 2004. world, Witherbys celebrated its 275th birthday in 2015. AMSA AUSTRALIAN ANTARCTIC DIVISION

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority is Australia’s national Australia’s new icebreaker, RSV Nuyina, will make its maiden stations, and will support Australia’s leadership regulatory body for maritime safety. Our focus is on ensuring voyage in support of the Australian Antarctic Program in role in Antarctic and Southern Ocean scientific research. safe vessel operations, combatting marine pollution, and 2020-21. The word nuyina (pronounced noy yee nah) means The RSV Nuyina will be able to break 1.65 m thick ice at rescuing people in distress. We value the support of our ‘southern lights’ in palawa kani – the language spoken by a continuous speed of 3 knots, cruise efficiently at 12 knots, industry partners in helping us to achieve our mission. Tasmanian Aborigines today. The ship will be the main lifeline with a maximum speed of 16 knots, and handle waves to Australia’s three Antarctic and one sub-Antarctic research up to sea state 9 (over 14 m). CSIRO ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY

Marine National Facility RV Investigator The Royal Australian Navy provides maritime forces that hydrographic, oceanographic and meteorological support contribute to the Australian Defence Force’s capacity to operations, humanitarian and disaster relief, and maritime The Marine National Facility (MNF) is an advanced blue-water Investigator is a world-class multidisciplinary research vessel defend Australia, contribute to regional security, support search and rescue. research capability funded by the Australian Government as designed to support oceanographic, atmospheric, biological global interests, shape the strategic environment and protect landmark scientific infrastructure for Australia. The Facility and geological research. The vessel can operate anywhere Navy contributes to the Defence’s mission, to defend Australia’s national interests. provides a collaborative hub to deliver excellent marine in Australia’s vast marine jurisdiction - from ice edge to the Australia and its national interests, by providing safe research, education and training, and is owned and operated tropics - and offers a highly flexible research platform capable This is achieved by providing maritime patrol and response, seaworthy, airworthy and battleworthy ships, submarines, by CSIRO on behalf of the nation. of spending up to 300 days at sea each year. interdiction and strategic strike, protection of shipping and off- aircraft and specialist teams to meet operational shore territories and resources, maritime intelligence collection commitments. The provision of these assets contributes The MNF comprises: Investigator can accommodate 40 scientists, go to sea for 60 and evaluation, and escort duties. to maintaining sovereignty and security in Australia’s region. days and cover 10,800 nautical miles in a single voyage. • the blue-water research vessel Investigator Peacetime activities include maritime surveillance and response within Australia’s offshore maritime zones, • a suite of scientific equipment and instrumentation Access to Investigator is offered to Australian researchers and their international collaborators primarily through a granted • a collection of over 30 years of marine data voyage program funded by the Australian Government. This • the staff, systems and expertise to deliver multidisciplinary program competitively selects research of high scientific research voyages. excellence that will deliver greatest benefit to the nation. SAVE THE DATE

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2018 COURSES

Intro To Shipping Advanced Shipping Masterclass Intro To Offshore Oil & Gas – Maritime Operations

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Please go to mial.com.au or phone 03 9647 6000 or email [email protected] 2018 COURSES

Course Title: Introduction to Shipping The MIAL Intro To Shipping course explains the basics of ships and the shipping industry. It is ideal for those new to the industry or for those with an interest in the maritime industry.

This comprehensive one day course will cover the essential elements of vessels, cargo and shipping. The course includes a ship visit.

Course Outline Duration

Areas covered are: 1 full-day (8.45am to 4.30pm)

Module 1: Ship Types Fees *All fees include GST Module 2: Ships & Trade Module 3: Ship dimensions & measurements For MIAL Members: $500.00 Module 4: Commercial Operations For Non-members: $583.00 Module 5: Regulation: Ships & Environment Module 6: Ship Operations & The People Dates

February 12, Melbourne Course Methodology February 19, Townsville The course will engage the students with lively February 21, Gladstone presentations and real-life examples. A ship visit February 23, Cairns is included. March 12, Fremantle April 26, Sydney Target Participants May 18, Brisbane This course will benefit: June 27, Melbourne July 24, Perth • new entrants to the maritime sector as well as non- specialists who are currently working in the industry August 22, Melbourne November 7, Melbourne • government personnel, advisors, policy makers from state, federal and local government

• administration staff who work in law firms, auditing companies, class societies, banks and financial companies, shipbrokers, insurance companies, transportation companies and ports, who How to register seek general knowledge about the You can book online at maritime sector. mial.com.au or phone 03) 9647 6000

ADVANCEDMASTERCLASS SHIPPING

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Course Title: Advanced Shipping Masterclass DAY 2 9am-9.30am Organisations that will benefit: This course focuses on the business of shipping, particularly information that will develop your knowledge Q&A session on previous day’s presentations beyond the Introduction To Shipping. By reviewing the global market conditions and then linking it back to • Government & Regulators Australia, participants will be given insight into how the Australian market operates. The course will provide 9.30am – 10.30am • Ports the opportunity for discussion to flesh out complex areas so they are fully understood. The Masterclass is Maritime Insurance • Shipping Companies delivered by Peter Bremner, a senior shipping consultant with more than 35 years experience. • Liability regimes • Marine Insurance Companies • Hull and machinery • Port & Maritime Suppliers LEARN FROM ACTIVE INDUSTRY SPECIALISTS, 12.30pm – 1.30pm • Protection and idemnity • Brokers WITH REAL WORLD CASE STUDIES. Working lunch – Bureau of Meteorology Presentation • Operations of the P&I Club • Class societies This comprehensive two-day course has been designed to 1.30pm-2pm • Cargo • Maritime Law Businesses enable you, in a non-technical way, to learn more about the The role of Classification Societies • Seacare • Shipping Lines & Agents broad view of the ports and shipping industry, including • What is classification? the important relationships and roles and how they impact • Charterers • What are the requirements for shipowners, builders 10.30am-11am on your business. Engaging specialist industry experts to • Logistics Companies and managers? Morning Tea run particular sessions ensure the delivery of high quality, • Freight Forwarders accurate information. • How does classification work? 11am -12pm • What are the roles of IACS and IMO? Maritime Finance for Non Accountants 9am – 11am Who will attend: • Financial considerations Shipping International Trade & Economics 2pm-3pm • C-Level Executives Safety, environment & security • Vessel costs • Maritime global trade • Senior Managers • What is the ISM Code and shipboard quality • Australia’s unique issues 12.00-12.30 • Business Development Managers management systems? Lunch o Coastal trading & cabotage • Marketing Managers • The National Plan o International exports 12.30pm-3pm • Analysts • OHS(MI) and interfacing with other regimes o Maritime skills and the industrial landscape The importance of Ports to shipping • Shipping in sensitive areas • Port responsibilities Duration 11am-11.30 • ISPS Code and the changing security threat levels Morning Tea • Agents 2 full days (8.45am to 4.30pm) 3pm-3.30pm • Pilots 11.30-12.30 Afternoon Tea • Tug companies and utilisation *All fees include GST Maritime Law for Non Lawyers Fees • Wharf operators/stevedores For MIAL Members: $1050.00 • Jurisdiction 3.30pm-4.30pm A Charterer’s Market • Container vessels/bulk carriers/tankers/cruise ships For Non-members: $1160.00 • Transport & International Trade requirements at Port • Charter parties • Port privatisation Dates: • Liability regimes • Ship side considerations March 13-14, Melbourne • Shipping regulation in Australia How to register June 28-29, Melbourne • Ship arrest case studies 3pm You can book online at Close July 25-26, Perth mial.com.au or phone 03) 9647 6000 2018 COURSES

An Introduction To Offshore Oil & Gas – Maritime Operations

Course Overview Who should attend

The Introduction to Offshore Oil & Gas is a comprehensive • Anyone who wants an introduction into maritime one day course that educates participants on the operations in offshore oil and gas fundamental aspects of this complex area from a maritime perspective. It will enable attendees to understand the • Participants are encouraged to have completed the process sequence from exploration to demobilisation. Introduction to Shipping Course or have a basic understanding of shipping terms. The course focuses on introducing maritime operations in the offshore oil and gas industry including the introduction Time of key terms. 9am – 4.30pm Learning Outcomes Fees *All fees include GST As a result of attending this course, participants will be informed about: MIAL Member: $750.00 • The importance of the maritime operations to the Non-Member: $1200.00 offshore oil & gas sector Dates • The multi-faceted vessel demand - across a diverse range of operating stages - within the offshore oil and gas March 16, Perth production April 15, Canberra • The process sequence from exploration to demobilisation September 5, Melbourne

• A time line demonstrating the complexities of offshore oil & gas within a maritime context

• The commercial realities and market impact that underpin the sector

• Utilisation of manpower and the impacts of living offshore

• International and national links in the field of maritime operations in offshore oil and gas particularly in the area of policy and How to register regulation, including the role and You can book online at functions of MIAL mial.com.au or phone 03) 9647 6000

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20% DISCOUNT FOR MIAL MEMBERS

This is an essential resource for any crew navigating the Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait. Published in conjunction with Australian Reef Pilots, this comprehensive guide contains passage planning information and the latest navigational guidance and practical advice for the region. Features include full-colour, pull out chartlets, details of main shipping routes and weather and tidal information. £225 Available from: witherbyseamanship.com