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Ibramar Shipping Company (S.A.E.) (ID: 8271)
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MISSION STATEMENT Our aim is to facilitate shipping and trade related services worldwide - with special emphasis on traffic to Egypt, and outbound traffic from Egypt and Libya. It is to us of paramount importance that our services are rendered in a way that our clients can be assured that the safety, speed and cost of any such operation will be to their utmost satisfaction. IBRAMAR s unique and efficient management style is the product of forging German discipline and Egyptian creativity into one. IBRAMAR as one of Egypt s shipping powerhouses makes sure that our clients interests are well served as we are not only their entrusted agents but also their strategic partners. HISTORY IBRAMAR HOLDING GROUP is one of the major shipping firms that has been playing a vital role in the shipping arena, since its conception. The group was founded by sMr. Ibrahim Moomen, a well-known figure in the international maritime field, and was firstly established in the German Federal Republic in 1979. In 1979 IBRAMAR (Germany) initiated its first operations, specializing in the affreightment of cement, scrap and steel to Egypt. The operational scope expanded over the years to include the worldwide transport of millions of tons of coal, ores, minerals, fertilizers, grains and sugar. In 1985, Mr. Moomen extended the activities of the principal company to the Arab Republic of Egypt and opened the first branch there in Port Said, with the aim of raising the standards of maritime transport in the Middle Eastern region. Today IBRAMAR has seven different branches in each of the main, strategic Egyptian ports: Alexandria, Cairo, Damietta, El Arish, Port Said, Safaga, Suez and Cairo. Through its established national network, IBRAMAR serves monthly about 60 vessels passing the Suez Canal and/or undergoing cargo operations at the different Egyptian ports. SHIP AGENTS PORT COVERAGE IBRAMAR s office network has been developed to provide direct coverage of every major Egyptian port as well as smaller ports and berths. we offer nationwide agency using our own experienced port-based staff, ensuring a high standard of service and consistent documentation. clients have the option of co-ordinating all their Egyptian agency requirements, including disbursement account management, through any of IBRAMAR s offices or working with each local office on an individual basis. IBRAMAR (Egypt) is one of the leading Egyptian private shipping groups representing a good number of well-known European, American, far eastern and Arab ship owners, operators and charterers. IBRAMAR serves monthly around 60 vessels passing the Suez Canal and/or undergoing cargo operations at Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said, Suez, El Arish , Hamrawein and Safaga. SERVICES -Representation of charterers or owners protective interests -Round-the-clock availability -Pre-call procedures port and weather information, berth availability, documentation, port services -Attendance on arrival, departure and as required during vessel call -Vessel operations, crew mail, travel, communications, security, repair and drydocking -Chandlery and ship supplies -Post-call invoice checking and disbursement collation CRUISE VESSEL SUPPORT Extending from husbandry on cruise vessels, IBRAMAR provide a full portfolio of support services covering full turnaround, transit, PR and inaugural calls. This embraces destination planning, shore excursions in EGYPT baggage handling and passenger services. EXPERIENCE IBRAMAR agency personnel are highly experienced in handling all vessel types from tankers, container and dry bulk vessels, to offshore support and cruise ships. We draw on our experience, local knowledge and close relationship with port operators to provide principals with accurate, objective information and effective service. SHIP AGENTS PORT COVERAGE IBRAMAR s office network has been developed to provide direct coverage of every major Egyptian port as well as smaller ports and berths. we offer nationwide agency using our own experienced port-based staff, ensuring a high standard of service and consistent documentation. clients have the option of co-ordinating all their Egyptian agency requirements, including disbursement account management, through any of IBRAMAR s offices or working with each local office on an individual basis. IBRAMAR (Egypt) is one of the leading Egyptian private shipping groups representing a good number of well-known European, American, far eastern and Arab ship owners, operators and charterers. IBRAMAR serves monthly around 60 vessels passing the Suez Canal and/or undergoing cargo operations at Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said, Suez, El Arish , Hamrawein and Safaga. SERVICES -Representation of charterers or owners protective interests -Round-the-clock availability -Pre-call procedures port and weather information, berth availability, documentation, port services -Attendance on arrival, departure and as required during vessel call -Vessel operations, crew mail, travel, communications, security, repair and drydocking -Chandlery and ship supplies -Post-call invoice checking and disbursement collation CRUISE VESSEL SUPPORT Extending from husbandry on cruise vessels, IBRAMAR provide a full portfolio of support services covering full turnaround, transit, PR and inaugural calls. This embraces destination planning, shore excursions in EGYPT baggage handling and passenger services. EXPERIENCE IBRAMAR agency personnel are highly experienced in handling all vessel types from tankers, container and dry bulk vessels, to offshore support and cruise ships. We draw on our experience, local knowledge and close relationship with port operators to provide principals with accurate, objective information and effective service. SUEZ CANAL TRANSIT The agency department at IBRAMAR calculates Suez Canal tolls and / or performs D /A (disbursement account) to those who request such a service. IBRAMAR studies whether the client s vessel can obtain a rebate on her voyage or not. In case of a possible rebate, IBRAMAR will send a rebate form to be filled out; alternatively the client can send the needed information, which will be passed on to the Suez Canal long haul department on behalf of client. Suez Canal arrival procedures and ETA notice: For Northbound or Southbound Transit, the Master must send 5 days prior to arrival and 48/24/12 hours before actual arrival notice by cable telex or fax to IBRAMAR. The master is expected to inform IBRAMAR s team with vessel's full specifics; ex- name(s) of vessel, last transit date (if any) and SCNRT/SCGRT as per Suez Canal Certificate. Details of cargo on board/deck cargo (if any) is also essential data; IMO class (if any), previous and coming ports of call, if any passengers / stowaways on board. To avoid missing convoys and/or delays, the master of the vessel should send the exact time of arrival (ETA) to IBRAMAR and port pilot by VHF: CHANNELS 12 & 16 AT PORT SAID, CHANNELS 14 & 16 SUEZ Documents required on vessel s arrival: 1. The Suez Canal special tonnage certificate 2. The general arrangement plan 3. The capacity plan 4. The engine room plan 5. Full manifests of the cargo on board the ship should be submitted to the authorities prior to passage As for the vessels that are transiting for the first time, they must be inspected by the Suez Canal surveyors. The masters handle three Photostat copies of the above (1-4) certificates/Plans to S.C.A. for the ship's file. Limit time for vessel s arrival to join the convoys: 1. PORT SAID - THE FIRST SOUTHBOUND CONVOY (0100 HRS) - N1 A- Large container vessel, VLCCS, heavy bulk carriers and loaded vessels with draft over 42 feet have to reach south of lat. 31' 28''.7 N within the limit time of 1900 hrs L.T. as it is allowed for them to join, only, the first southbound convoy (N1) of 0100 hrs B- Cargo vessels and other types of vessels reaching within the limit time of 1900 hrs will also join the first southbound convoy (N1) of 0100 hrs C- Ships arriving from 1900 till 2100 hrs may join the 1st southbound convoy (N1) against an additional charge of 3% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 7000 D- Ships arriving after 2100 until 2200 hrs can also join 1st southbound convoy (N1) against an additional charge of 5% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 10500 2. PORT SAID - THE SECOND SOUTHBOUND CONVOY (0630 HRS) - N2 A- Vessels have to reach south of lat. 31' 28''.7 N within the limit time of 0300 hrs to join the 2nd southbound convoy (N2) at 0630 hrs B- Ships arriving from 0300 hrs till 0400 hrs may join the 2nd southbound convoy (N2) against additional charge of 3% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 7000 C- Ships arriving after 0400 hrs until 0500 hrs can join the 2nd southbound convoy (N2) against an additional charge of 5% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 10500 The following vessels are not allowed to join the second of southbound convoys: 1 - Loaded tankers (or bulk carriers) carrying petroleum flash point below 23 degrees centigrade 2- LPG - LNG loaded or in ballast 3- Vessels not fitted with double bottom carrying chemicals in bulk 4- Vessels carrying radioactive substances group 1 5- Vessels is carrying dangerous wastes 6- Navy ship 7- Vessels carrying heavy lift units with tonnage exceeding the lifting capacity of their individual cranes 8- Vessels over 90000 tons SCNT 9- Vessels having draught over 42 feet 10- Vessels carrying deck cargo protruding more than half the vessel's breadth on any side with a maximum of 15 meters on each side if breadth exceeds 30 meters 3. SUEZ - THE NORTHBOUND CONVOY STARTS (0600 HRS) ONE CONVOY ONLY A- Large container vessels, VLCCS, ULCCS, heavy bulk carriers and loaded vessels with draft over 38 feet: 1. Have to reach north of lat.29'42''.8 N within the limit time of 0100 hrs to join the northbound convoy of 0600 hrs 2. Ships arriving from 0100 hrs to 0300 hrs may join the convoy against an additional charge of 3% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 7000 3. Ships arriving from 0300 hrs until 0330 hrs can join also the convoy against an additional charge of 5% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 10500 B- Cargo vessels with a draft less than 38 feet and less than 40,000 TS SCN: 1. Have to reach north of lat.29'48''.33 N within the limit time of 0300 hrs to join the northbound convoy the same day 2. Ships arriving from 0300 hrs until 0400 hrs can join the convoy against an additional charge of 3% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 7000 3. Ships arriving from 0400 hrs until 0500 hrs can join the convoy against an additional charge of 5% of transit tolls with a maximum of SDR 10500 Any further information or clarifications required can be obtained by contacting IBRAMAR BUNKER SUPPLY The bunker department at IBRAMAR records monthly sales of about 10,000/15,000 tons offering highly competitive prices with attractive terms of payment. IBRAMAR shipping Company makes use of its tight connections with the various well-known petroleum companies and follows up the daily changes of the world oil prices to provide customers with the best prices possible while giving them competitive terms of payment. IBRAMAR s tangible success can be reflected in the large number of customers vessels that have obtained the amount of fuel and oil they need at the best prices, within the shortest duration of time. Bunker products delivered at the Egyptian ports meet the standard requirements, set by international organizations, such as ISO 8217 and the British standards. CUSTOMS CLEARANCE IBRAMAR arrange import/export Customs clearance for sea, air and road freight. For sea freight, customs clearance includes all ship services, which are completed in the shortest time possible, meeting the time of ship arrival and departure from and to any of the Egyptian ports. Our customs clearance team is fully aware of all applicable custom regulations and rules at all Egyptian ports, and is on good terms with customs authorities, and therefore able to handle and overcome any extensive obstacles concerning customs clearance. The clearance department is constantly following up and applying cost control measures in order to optimize operations effectively and efficiently for clients. Customs clearance services offered at IBRAMAR: - Customs consulting - Draw back and temporary import clearance - Free zone and transit clearance - Pre-clearance approvals - Preparation of local documents - Tariff and commodity interpretation CREW CHANGE Crew may join or land in the different Egyptian ports for repatriation. Any such signing off/ on formalities and procedures for the departure or arrival of any crew is handled by IBRAMAR s specialized team. Transportation from the Egyptian ports to Cairo airport is also managed under IBRAMAR s supervision. CREW CHANGE ADDITIONAL INFO On-Signing Crew On-signing crew should have in hand: - Contract of employment - Introductory letter from owners stating ship s and agent s name and specified port of arrival - License of competency - Valid seaman s book Off-Signing Crew Owners / masters should provide: -Name -Nationality and passport number -Position -Destination -Indication of any travel arrangements and an indication of whether tickets are to be issued by agents with seaman s far Visa For European and American citizens, entry visa is not required. Citizens of other nationalities can be granted the visa from Cairo s airport, yet it is recommended that the visa be obtained before departing the citizen s country to avoid any out of hand delays. For specific countries, the entry visa can only be obtained prior arriving Cairo. CREW CHANGE Crew may join or land in the different Egyptian ports for repatriation. Any such signing off/ on formalities and procedures for the departure or arrival of any crew is handled by IBRAMAR s specialized team. Transportation from the Egyptian ports to Cairo airport is also managed under IBRAMAR s supervision. CREW CHANGE ADDITIONAL INFO On-Signing Crew On-signing crew should have in hand: - Contract of employment - Introductory letter from owners stating ship s and agent s name and specified port of arrival - License of competency - Valid seaman s book Off-Signing Crew Owners / masters should provide: -Name -Nationality and passport number -Position -Destination -Indication of any travel arrangements and an indication of whether tickets are to be issued by agents with seaman s far Visa For European and American citizens, entry visa is not required. Citizens of other nationalities can be granted the visa from Cairo s airport, yet it is recommended that the visa be obtained before departing the citizen s country to avoid any out of hand delays. For specific countries, the entry visa can only be obtained prior arriving Cairo. YACHT SERVICES Our experienced team services all types of yachts incl. Mega- and Super yachts as well as Sailing yachts all over Egypt, incl. the Suez Canal and full coverage of all Red Sea Ports. (Sharm El Sheikh - Hurghada - Safaga - Qusier - Port Ghalib & Marsa Alam). Services offered : - Suez Canal Transit - All Official Formalities (On arriving & On Departure) - Entry Visas for our/your Valuable Guests & Crew. - Transfer with the Latest Air conditioned Buses & Cars. - Airport Assistance - Meeting & Customs Clearance - Cruising Permits in the Local water of Egypt. - Diving Plans in the Area in coordination with our highly experienced diving Team. - Fresh provisions & Bond Stores if Needed. - Bunker + Fresh Water supply - Spare Parts in Transit Delivery & Customs Clearance - All types of Shore Excursions incl. Bedouin Night excursion - Hotel Accommodation & Travel arrangments. - Crew Change (Sign On - Off) WAREHOUSING Strategically positioned storage, quayside terminal operations and nationwide distribution form an integral part of IBRAMAR's logistics services, for both international and domestic freight movements. Past years have seen significant investment by IBRAMAR in facilities and resources to ensure coordination of shipments from source to destination and to deliver the flexible and reliable service that IBRAMAR s customers expect. IBRAMAR's handling experience covers a vast range of products from small parcels to containers and bulk commodities forest products, metals, chemicals, dangerous goods, explosives, personal effects, printed matter, white goods and consumables etc. Our aim is to facilitate shipping and trade related services worldwide - with special emphasis on traffic to Egypt. Ibramar Shipping Company (S.A.E.)