Affiliations

One of ISSA's declared aims is to provide a better understanding between buyers and ship suppliers through consultation and communication. To this end, ISSA is affiliated to, or a member of, a number of International and intergovernmental organisations.

UN organisations
We take an active part in the work of both IMO and UNCTAD.

UNCTAD: Established in 1964 as a permanent intergovernmental body, UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development), is the principal organ of the United Nations General Assembly dealing with trade, investment and development issues. It's main goals are to maximize the trade, investment and development opportunities of developing countries and assist them in their efforts to integrate into the world economy on an equitable basis.

IMO: IMO (International Maritime Organisation) is the United Nations' specialized agency responsible for improving maritime safety and preventing pollution from ships. ISSA is in Consultative sates with the IMO.

Electronic Commerce
ISSA is actively involved in efforts to increase the use and efficiency of e-Commerce for the maritime community.

	MeCA MeCA (Maritime e-Commerce Association) is a non-profit making consortium of companies committed to promoting and developing e-business and online trading in the Maritime sector.
	The Baltic Exchange: The Baltic Exchange is the only established and self-regulated global market place for shipbrokers. Balticexchange.com provides an on-line exchange for ships and cargoes; real time freight derivative trading and quality freight market data.