Institutes, Societies, Clubs

American Institute for CPCU Insurance education.
The American Institute for CPCU and Insurance Institute of America
are nonprofit organizations offering education, certification, publications, and research reports to businesses and individuals in risk management and property and liability insurance.

American Society of Naval Engineers The purpose of the American Society of Naval Engineers is:
to advance the knowledge and practice of naval engineering in public and private applications and operations,
to enhance the professionalism and well-being of members, and
to promote naval engineering as a career field

Canadian Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT)
TheCanadian Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT) at Dalhousie University was established in 1979 as a specialized resource center of advanced technology for research and education in food science and process engineering with an emphasis on seafoods. The Institute promotes technology transfer and the development of advanced technologies aimed at more effective commercial utilization of marine resources in Canada and throughout the world. Major areas of emphasis include aquaculture development, biotechnology, fish/food process engineering, marine oils and nutrition, physical properties of foods, process chemical science, seafood biochemistry and toxicology.

Canadian Society of Customs Brokers
The CSCB's primary task is to represent the interests of members to government departments and agencies, and to work with both government and the trade community to ensure the health of our industry.
We actively seek and achieve improvements our members look for in government policies and procedures. We provide advice and guidance to Canadian and international regulators on new policy directions. We develop strong partnerships throughout the industry to create effective business solutions for the future.
The CSCB also offers several courses to both CSCB members and non-members. In order to be able to reach students in all geographical areas, all courses are provided by correspondence.

Chartered Insurance Institute
The CII is the largest and most influential professional and educational organisation in the global insurance and financial services industries today.
With some 64,000 practising members, the CII has a strong presence in over 120 countries and long-term affiliations with more than 60 institutes around the world.
For over one hundred years the CII has been at the forefront in setting professional standards for the insurance industry. Today our education and qualification framework support personal and professional development for the insurance and financial services industries, on an international basis.
The CII delivers world class standards of education and support to practitioners at every stage of their professional and personal development. This ensures that CII graduates are appropriately qualified for an effective and successful career in the increasingly competitive and continually expanding insurance and financial services markets.

CPCU Society
Founded in 1944, the CPCU Society’s mission is to "meet the needs of professionals who have earned the CPCU designation, so that they may serve others in a competent and ethical manner."
CPCUs who join the Society take their commitment to ethical behavior one step further by agreeing to be bound to an enforceable Code of Ethics and pledging the CPCU Society Creed. CPCUs also join the Society to take advantage of continuing education, networking, and other skill development opportunities, such as leadership training, public speaking, job enhancement, change management, and career building. CPCUs also work to spread the message about the value of the CPCU designation to the industry and the public through consumer education efforts and campaigns. Members may also interact on a local level by joining one of 154 chapters, or network with other CPCUs who share their same area of professional expertise by joining one of 14 special interest sections.

Danish Maritime Institute
DMI is a leading global supplier of specialized consultancy services and software products focusing upon maritime safety and efficiency and fluid dynamics with the mission:
"To provide world class products and services, that fulfil the needs of the customer and contributes to his success".
DMI has solved complex problems for clients in  more than 40 countries, and is constantly engaged in advanced development projects to maintain the capability to serve DMI’s customers at the forefront of technology.

European Institute of Maritime and Transport Law, Antwerp, Belgium.
The European Institute of Maritime and Transport Law was founded at the University of Antwerp in 1993.
The European Institute brings together the maritime and transport law know-how of the three campuses that make up Antwerp University, viz.

UIA (Universitaire Instelling Antwerpen)
RUCA (Rijksuniversitair Centrum Antwerpen)
UFSIA (Universitaire Faculteiten Sint-Ignatius Antwerpen).

The Institute is supported by a number of public and private organizations as well as by leading international experts and academics.
The objectives of the European Institute are to disseminate information and know-how through organizing post-graduate courses, seminars and conferences and to promote and conduct research into maritime law, maritime insurance law and transport law. In all its interests and activities, the Institute is committed to the further development of European Law.

Hakluyt Society
The Society is a registered charity inspired by and named after Richard Hakluyt (1552-1616), the famous collector and editor of narratives of voyages and travels and other documents relating to English interests overseas. His name was probably pronounced "Hack-loot", since an earlier member of the family was recorded as an MP in 1304 as Hakelute, and not  "Hackle-wit", the family being of Welsh extraction and not Dutch, as is sometimes supposed.

Institute for Shipping Economics and Logistics (ISL).
Here you can find information about our current projects, interesting links, the people who work at ISL and lots more. Very interesting info on maritime matters including statistics on the world fleet.

Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers is the professional body for those engaged in ALL ASPECTS OF SHIPPING BUSINESS.

Institute of Marine Biology of Crete (IMBC)
The IMBC is one of Europe's newest institutions, founded in 1987 as an independent research organisation by the then Greek Ministry of Industry, Energy, Research and Technology, under the direct supervision of the General Secretariat for Research and Technology.
A modern competitive organisation, IMBC is widely recognised as one of the leading institutes in the Mediterranean. Within the span of a decade, IMBC has moved to the forefront of marine science research at the national, European and international level. It is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to carry out its many research programmes in the fields of aquaculture, biotechnology, fisheries, marine ecology,management of the marine environment, marine dynamics including ecological modelling, biological oceanography, remote sensing and GIS.

Institute of Marine Engineers (ImarE), London.
The Institute of Marine Engineers is a professional institution and learned society and is the largest in its field in the world. It was founded in 1889 to provide a forum for discussion on engineering matters and to enhance the status of the profession. The principles then established have been maintained and today the Institute, with in excess of 16,000 members throughout the world is a respected authority in every maritime country. It is a truly international organisation and has non-governmental consultative status of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).

Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)
The Insurance Information Institute provides facts and assistance free of charge to the media, individuals and organizations.
The I.I.I. also gives an extensive directory of national and international insurance associations.

Insurance Institute of London (IIL)
The Insurance Institute of London was established on the 18 June 1907 to ensure:
"The cultivation of knowledge and information in all matters relating to the various branches of insurance".

International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH)
IAPH is often referred to as the "United Ports of the World", in which active players in the global port community, namely Port CEOs, Port Directors and Port Managers are represented to promote and advance their common cause and interests. To accomplish its goals, IAPH strives to achieve the following mission;
to promote the development of the international port and maritime industry by fostering cooperation among members in order to build a more cohesive partnership among the world's ports and harbors, thereby promoting peace in the world and the welfare of mankind;
to ensure that the industry's interests and views are represented before international organizations involved in the regulation of international trade and transportation and that they are incorporated in the regulatory initiatives of these organizations; and
to collect, analyze, exchange and distribute information on developing trends in international trade, transportation, ports and the regulations of these industries.

IAPH's motto is "World Peace Through World Trade - World Trade Through World Ports". As clearly stated in its constitution, IAPH is committed to "promoting peace in the world and the welfare of mankind" as its ultimate goal.

International Import-Export Institute (IIEI).
The International Import-Export Institute (IIEI) is the international authority that certifies the proficiency of import-export trade professionals worldwide. With the assistance of advisors, college and university experts, and members, IIEI develops and maintains the  practical standards of excellence in the field of import-export management. Individuals who meet these high standards, as demonstrated by certification testing, are recognized with special distinction within the international business community.

International Institute on Ageing (INIA) - Valetta, Malta.
In accordance with its mandate and with the provisions of  the Agreement signed between the United Nations and the Government of Malta, the Institute’s main objectives are to fulfil the training needs of developing countries and to facilitate the implementation of the Vienna International Plan of Action on Ageing.

International Law Institute (ILI) - Washington, DC, USA.
See Non-governmental International Organizations.

International Ocean Institute (IOI)  Malta (hosted in Canada).
The International Ocean Institute is an independent, non-governmental organisation devoted to studying and preserving the world's oceans. The IOI has its headquarters in Malta, and Operational Centres in Canada, China, Costa Rica , Fiji, India, Japan, Kenya, Malta, Romania, Senegal, and South Africa. Further Operational Centres are being established in Thailand and Nigeria, and Affiliate Centres have now been set up in Russia and the Ukraine. Click here for full contact information. This page is hosted by IOI - Canada. For the institutional IOI website, hosted by IOI - Southern Africa, click here.

MarineTalk
MarineTalk has been created by a team of marine professionals who have extensive experience in all sectors of the marine industry and actively continue their involvement. Our goal is to provide the best single Internet Gateway for the maritime technical and management community based on a good understanding of the industry's needs.

Marine Tech South Ltd
This site provides a resource of information for our clients, partners and others interested in maritime research and engineering. Click on one of the buttons to the left for information on the company, how we work, our current projects or new ideas. Feel free to request further information or suggest topics where we might be able to help - just click on the 'Contact us' button.

Maritime Development Center of Europe (MDCE)
The objective of the Maritime Development Center of Europe is to promote growth and development in the maritime sector in the Öresund region.
This aim shall be achieved through close and unconventional cooperation between the different participants in the maritime sector and associated transportation segments.
The center shall be a facilitator and generator of good ideas. The ideas shall be transformed into tangible results through the creation of new networks amongst different sectors.
Another objective of MDCE is to strengthen practical research and education within the maritime and transport sector at large. The Öresund Region hosts many highly qualified institutions that have the ability to increase their activities in this regard.

Netherlands institute for Fisheries research (DLO-RIVO).
RIVO (Netherlands Institute for Fisheries Research) undertakes fundamental and applied research on the entire fish production: from fish to dish. The field of work extends from the sea, the inshore and inland waters, auctions, fish farms and processing industry to the retail outlets and consumers. An important part of the work is directed towards finding the proper alliance between economic considerations of the fishing industry and social responsibility towards the environment. The research supports policy-making of both government and fishing industry as well as developing responsible utilisation of the ecosystem. Responsible utilisation of the ecosystem ensures an ecologically sustainable and competitive fishing industry. RIVO also provides information and research on quality, product and process technology of fish, shellfish and crustaceans.

Ocean, Offshore and Arctic Engineering Division (OOAE)
Welcome to the Home Page of the Ocean, Offshore, and Arctic Engineering Division (OOAE) of ASME.  The OOAE Division of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).  The OOAE Division of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International promotes technological progress and international cooperation in ocean, offshore and arctic engineering, and in recovering resources, such that safety, environmental and economic successes are achieved. We invite you to explore these pages, and join us if you haven't done so.
Many societies from all over the world co-sponsor the International Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering Conferences. The purpose of the OMAE Conferences is to promote international cooperation in development and exchange of information regarding ocean, offshore and arctic  engineering, deep-water platforms and drilling, offshore and arctic pipelines, applications of safety and reliability, and other related emerging technologies.

Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS)
The Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS) serves its member entities by proactively providing the highest quality products, services and information to manage all forms of business risk.
Objectives:
Be the leading association for risk management.
Create a highly effective interactive communication system to elicit, understand and respond to member and chapter needs.
Set direction and deliver relevant risk management educational opportunities.
Work together with chapters to strengthen and develop a responsive and productive network.
Define, develop and pursue strategic alliances with internal and external entities to meet member needs and strengthen RIMS' role as an association for its members.
Actively advocate members' interests.
Be the risk management authority on a broad array of business risks.

Royal Institution of Naval Architects, UK (RINA)
he Royal Institution of Naval Architects is an internationally renowned professional institution whose members are involved at all levels in the design, construction, repair and operation of ships, boats and marine structures. Members of the RINA are widely represented in industry, universities and colleges, and maritime organisations in over 80 countries.
The RINA enjoys an outstanding reputation for the quality and range of its technical journals, transactions and conference proceedings, covering all aspects of naval architecture and the maritime industry.
The RINA also organises an extensive and successful programme of international conferences, seminars and training courses covering a broad range of experience and opinion on research, development and operation of all aspects of naval architecture and maritime technology.

Shipsworld
Global Marketplace for the procurement of Ship Equipment, Parts, Supplies, Consumables and Marine Business & Services.
Global directory of maritime industry businesses, organizations and institutions

Skibsteknisk Selska
The Danish Society for Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.

Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME).
The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers is an internationally recognized nonprofit, technical, professional society of individual members serving the maritime and offshore industries and their suppliers. SNAME is dedicated to advancing the art, science and practice of naval architecture, shipbuilding and marine engineering, encouraging the exchange and recording of information, sponsoring applied research, offering career guidance and supporting education, and enhancing the professional status and integrity of its membership.
The Society's scope includes all aspects of research, production, maintenance and operation of ships, submersibles, yachts, boats, offshore and ocean bottom structures, hydrofoils and surface effect ships. It administers and supports an extensive Technical and Research (T&R) Program involving over 1,000 individuals as voluntary members and permanent staff in cooperation with government and regulatory agencies, scientific and research laboratories, academic institutions, and the marine industry. Founded in 1893, the Society comprises over 10,000 individuals throughout the United States, Canada and abroad. Membership is open to all qualified applicants in or associated with the maritime, offshore, and small craft industries.

Tata Energy Research Institute (TERI) - New Delhi, India.
See Non-governmental Internal Organizations.

The Nautical Institute
The Nautical Institute aims to promote and co-ordinate nautical studies world-wide by promoting high standards of qualification, competence and knowledge among those on or concerned with the sea. The Institute facilitates the exchange and publication of information and ideas on nautical science and seeks to establish and maintain professional standards.
The Nautical Institute co-operates with Government Departments and others concerned with qualifications, and with educational institutes and authorities to promote the training and practice of nautical science.

Trondheim Marine Systems Research Infrastructure (RI)
The Trondheim Marine Systems RI is an active partner in the HYDRALAB-II Infrastructure Network (2000-2004). This network aims to coordinate European research, to facilitate the access of researchers and to enhance the supporting role of important hydraulic facilities.

United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) - Rome, Italy.
See alphabetical WEB site Locator for the UN Systems of Organizations.

United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) - Geneva, Switzerland.
See alphabetical WEB site Locator for the UN Systems of Organizations.

US Naval Institute
The US Naval Institute was established in 1873 to provide an open forum for the exchange of ideas, to disseminate and advance the knowledge of sea power, and to preserve our naval and maritime heritage. In October of that year, a group of fifteen naval officers began meeting in Annapolis, Maryland, at the United States Naval Academy’s Department of Physics and Chemistry, to discuss the serious implications of a smaller, post-Civil War Navy and other matters of professional interest. The "proceedings" of those discussions were eventually published and read throughout the fleet. Since that first meeting, worldwide membership in the US Naval Institute has grown to over 70,000.
Today, the US Naval Institute is recognized as one of the world's foremost sources of knowledge of naval and military affairs. In congratulating the Institute on its 125th birthday, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army General H. H. Shelton described the US Naval Institute as the sea services’ "premier forum for thoughtful dialogue on the present and future course of the naval and maritime services, as well as a steward of our maritime history."

Master in Risk Management Online Degree Programs
A Masters in Risk Management is a degree that prepares you to work in the business or financial sector. These positions are expected to have high demand in coming years as companies instill more rigorous spending habits and money management techniques. A risk management expert can help a company make important decisions that make or break the company’s future.







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