Area of Biz Excellence... August January2008 2007
M A R I T I M E S er v i c es A N D N et w o r k s Looking for a centre for thriving maritime services Looking for an international maritime network Looking for international influence
Ship Owners & Operators
Shipyards & Equipment Industries
Have a look at Denmark! A progressive shipping sector and shipping related companies and organisations – the maritime cluster - is a prerequisite for global as well as regional growth. The Danish maritime cluster comprises all elements from shipowners and operators, maritime organisations and service providers to maritime equipment industry, all complemented by a well functioning maritime authority.
Public Services
DYNAMICS OF THE DANISH MARITIME CLUSTER
Ports & infrastructure
The very close relation between the maritime industry, the government and other decision making bodies secure the dynamics of the sector. Maritime Service Providers Denmark has a long tradition within knowledge-based maritime services and consultancies, comprising businesses like naval architects, brokers, lawyers, classification and insurance companies, finance institutions, etc. Service Provider Highlights Ole Steen Knudsen Knud E. Hansen Force Technologies Lloyd’s Register and Norske Veritas Danish Ship Finance Danske Bank and Nordea Gorrissen Federspiel Kierkegaard Maersk Broker Danish Maritime Authority
Worldwide maritime transport studies and analyses World-renowned cruise vessel and ferry specialists Leading technological consultancy and service provider Two of the world’s leading classification societies and service providers The leading provider of ship financing in Denmark, and a key player in the international ship finance market Leading European banks for maritime financing International law firm, specializing in shipping and transport One of the largest ship-broking organisations worldwide Promoter of international quality shipping
Service Industries
Innovation R&D & Education
maritime services and net works
The service and consultancy companies have developed a competence pool of highly skilled personel in all areas of shipping and operations - all familiar with the high standards of international quality shipping and flag requirements. Maritime Business Associations and Organisations The powerful network of maritime business associations in Denmark have close relations to national, as well as international bodies, and other decision makers, which secure a high level of information and knowledge sharing. The very open minded Danish attitude and the many conferences and gettogethers, further contribute to the development of personal networks and business relations. Maritime business associations and organisations include • Danish Shipowners’ Association • Danish Maritime • Danish Shipbrokers’ Association • Offshore Centre Denmark • Maritime Development Centre of Europe • Danish Ports The international recognition of Denmark as an advocate for quality shipping, secures that Danish organisations and other maritime players are influential in many relevant fora. BIMCO, a major international organisation, has chosen to locate their global head quarters in Denmark, while others have site offices. They benefit from the highly skilled and internationally oriented maritime work force. Quote by Mr Carsten Melchior, Secretary General of BIMCO: "BIMCO is the leading international maritime interest group, offering practical and tangible services to its members. The Head Quarter is situated in northern Copenhagen, Denmark. From here we have followed the very impressive development of the Danish shipping community for 100 years - on very close hand. We couldn’t find a better location and can only recommend companies as well as other organisations to join the Maritime Denmark." Denmark is perceived by many foreign expatriates as a very attractive country to live and work in. More than 3,400 foreign companies have located themselves in the greater Copenhagen region. About 60,000 expatriates live and work in the region. Whether your company considers to relocate, consolidate, set up new production facilities, is on the lookout for new R&D partners or other strategic business solutions in Europe, Invest in Denmark is a good place to begin. We provide customised information and services free of charge and in full confidentiality.
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