PartnersPowering Excellence: Key Associations Support Our Award Initiatives

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  Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA)

  The Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) is the voice of the shipping industry of Sri Lanka and has served the industry with unwavering focus and dedication since 1944. Its members represent all international shipping lines who call Sri Lankan Ports. Members of CASA are involved in vessel agency, husbanding services and act as manning/crewing agents for leading ship owners and managers.  Through regular dialogue with stakeholders, Government institutions, regulatory bodies and other government and private sector agencies, CASA seeks to effect an interchange of ideas and information, represent and advocate the views of the association in all official fora and shape the future of the industry by investing in education and training for its members and working with maritime training academies to train Sea Farers. Website: www.casa.lk

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  Website: https://www.casa.lk/
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  Conqueror Freight Network

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

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  Website: https://www.conquerornetwork.com/
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  Dubai Council for Marine & Maritime Industries (DCMMI Emirates)

  The Dubai Council for Marine and Maritime Industries (DCMMI) Emirates is a specialized industry council (non-profit trade and industry council) formed in 2013 to promote the interests of the marine and maritime industry in Dubai and the UAE. DCMMI Emirates represents a wide cross-section of the UAE’s marine and maritime industry such as Offshore & Engineering, Ship Repair & Maintenance, Shipbuilding & Conversion Rig Building, Chandlery and Yacht Services. These sectors are represented by operators, ship owners, charterers, marine legal service providers, ship managers, brokers, P&I clubs, port operators, marine insurance companies, ship chandlers and yacht manufacture, maintenance and management companies. As well as most of the established local and international manufacturers and suppliers of marine and offshore components, it also represents marine and offshore engineering contractors and companies whose activities are directly related to the industry including classification societies and marine consultants. The Dubai and the UAE marine and maritime industry is a world-class industry with an international clientele. Dubai is one of the world’s premier ship repair and shipbuilding centres and a world leader in the offshore engineering and conversion of Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) and Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) units. It is a niche player for the building of customised and specialised vessels and structures covering a wide spectrum of advanced marine technology. Dubai is becoming a global leader in the building, repair and overhaul of jack-up rigs and a major builder of semi-submersible drilling rigs and vessels. It’s rig-builders are capable of building, repairing, upgrading and converting rigs and other offshore platforms for operations in deep water and harsh environments. Website: www.dcmmiemirates.ae

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  Website: https://www.dcmmiemirates.ae/
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  Emirates Shipping Association (UAE Shipping Association)

  Founded in 2004 as the UAE Shipping Association and officially incorporated in 2005, the Association was created to give a voice to maritime stakeholders in the UAE, and tasked with the mandate to address issues, share ideas and promote the UAE as a global maritime hub. In 2019, the Association was formally established through the Ministry of Community Development, appointing a board of directors, and becoming a member of the International Chamber of Shipping. In 2022, the UAE Shipping Association was reimagined and rebranded to following a revival and intensification effort to become Emirates Shipping Association, trading under its new short name 7Emirates. The Association continues a proud legacy of being wholly member-owned, ensuring transparency and operational integrity across an engaged and growing membership of over 80 member organizations. Partnering with local and international government partners, standards institutes and maritime bodies, Emirates Shipping Association serves as the focal point of the maritime industry. For members, the Association provides industry insights and serves as a unified voice for the industry at large. Website: https://7emirates.com/

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  Website: https://7emirates.com/
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  Globalia Logistics Network

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

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  Website: https://www.globalialogisticsnetwork.com/
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  Supply Chain & Logistics Group

  Headquartered in Dubai (UAE), Supply Chain & Logistics Group (SCLG) is a membership driven industry business group engaged in advancing supply chain & logistics industry locally, regionally and globally. SCLG currently has a membership base of 200+ corporate organizations and is growing. SCLG is a purpose-based organization delivering values through bringing policy-centric discussion, connection, communication, collaboration, creation, motivation, empowerment and encouragement to individuals, organizations industry and economy. SCLG engages in supporting and conducting industry-centric conferences, roundtables, educational awareness, site visits and supports publications and co-ordination of magazines and research notes aimed at growth and innovation of organizations. Website: www.sclgme.org

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  Website: https://www.summitsclg.org/
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  The Cooperative Logistics Network

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

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  Website: https://www.thecooperativelogisticsnetwork.com/
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  YoungShip Srilanka

  YoungShip Sri Lanka is a non-profit organization founded under the auspices of the renowned YoungShip International and is the voice for emerging professionals in the maritime industry in Sri Lanka. We have a 325+ strong membership representing all areas of the industry (students, seafarers, established professionals) who share our passion and our belief that young people are the most significant constituent to ensure our maritime industry’s ongoing growth and success. YoungShip Sri Lanka’s objectives are guided by four key pillars: knowledge and skills amplification, empowering the next generation, championing Sustainability & Community Outreach, and driving Operational Excellence & Innovation. Website: www.youngship.com 

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  Website: www.youngship.com
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  Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)

  Founded in 1889, the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) is a premier professional body headquartered in London, uniting 12,500 marine engineers, scientists & technologists worldwide. With consultative status at the IMO, IMarEST plays a pivotal role in shaping maritime policy and promoting international collaboration. The UAE branch serves as a regional hub for technical knowledge exchange, hosting high-impact events that engage ship owners, designers, port authorities, classification societies & service providers. These forums empower forward-thinking companies to present innovative solutions that tackle complexity and enhance ship efficiency to the Middle East’s dynamic maritime fraternity. https://www.imarest.org/group/united-arab-emirates.html

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  Website: https://www.imarest.org/group/united-arab-emirates.html
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  International Ship Engineering Service Association

  ISES is essentially a non-profit enterprise that exists to co-ordinate and market the international activities of its member companies. The objective of ISES is to unite an independent, high quality worldwide network of members to provide electrical, mechanical, electronic and specialised services to the marine industry. Member companies benefit from being part of a global network which enables them to extend their services worldwide and share technical knowledge and co-operation with other members. The ISES Marine Service Guide is produced annually and mailed to over 5,000 ship owners and managers, thus raising members’ profiles by listing their full details, locations and capabilities to potential customers. A copy of the guide is also left on vessels that members are called onboard to service. Through global networking members are able to discuss issues, share information and help resolve problems. Ship owners who engage the services of an ISES member can be confident that they are utilising the skills of a quality assured service company.  The Association has over 50 members in more than 30 countries, covering over 150 ports, including some not covered by other service networks. Many of the members have experienced engineers who have been trained in a variety of manufacturers products; thus, their expertise is not limited to a single brand. In addition, many have access to different manufacturers' spare parts. There is also co-ordination between members ensuring adequate follow up from port-to-port. Website: www.isesassociation.com 

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  Website: www.isesassociation.com
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  Maritime SheEO

  Maritime SheEO promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment in the maritime and logistics sectors. Founded by Sanjam Sahi Gupta in 2019, Maritime SheEO focuses on fostering leadership, innovation, and sustainability in the industry by supporting women in maritime through education, mentorship, and networking opportunities. The organization aims to break barriers for women, addressing the gender imbalance in an industry traditionally dominated by men. Maritime SheEO organizes events like the Maritime SheEO Conference (with over 3000 attendees in person and online), offers training programs, and collaborates with various stakeholders to create a more inclusive maritime environment. It also runs initiatives such as research reports, leadership programs, newsletters and awareness campaigns to inspire more women to pursue careers in shipping, logistics, and maritime sectors.  The Maritime SheEO Community has over 500 women and has helped over 50 women succeed through its mentorship program and over 90 women grow through its Leadership Accelerator Program (LEAP). Maritime SheEO’s broader mission aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to gender equality and sustainable economic growth. Website: www.maritimesheeo.com

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  Website: www.maritimesheeo.com
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  Asian Shipowners’ Association

  Asian Shipowners’ Forum (ASF) was founded in April 1992 when its first meeting was held at Japan Shipping Club in Tokyo. As one of the important shipping organizations in the world, it consists of six members from the shipowners’ associations of Asia Pacific region i.e. Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, and Federation of ASEAN Shipowners’ Associations (FASA). To better reflect the work and progress of its members and committees, the Asian Shipowners’ Forum (ASF) - as of January 2022, half of the world’s tonnage was owned by Asian companies (UNCTAD Handbook of Statistics 2022) - has changed its name to Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA). This was proposed during the 18th Chairmen’s meeting held in Beijing, China, on 19th October 2015. Subsequently at the 25th ASF AGM, it was officially declared the change of name from ASF to ASA. Website: https://asianshipowners.org/

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  Website: https://asianshipowners.org/
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  Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, Middle East Branch

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

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  Website: www.icsmiddleeast.org
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  International Marine Purchasing Association (IMPA)

  IMPA, the voice of maritime procurement The International Marine Purchasing Association (or simply put, IMPA) is the non-profit organisation that has been at the heart of the marine procurement and supply chain management industry since 1978. Established more than four decades ago by a group of senior purchaser executives who wanted to create an industry voice to make heard the interests of the profession, IMPA now represents a strong and vibrant community of more than 1,000 maritime purchaser and supplier members who are working towards continuous improvement and development of the industry. Website: www.impa.net

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  Website: www.impa.net