Port of Gibraltar Handbook 2008-09

Port of

Gibraltar

Handbook

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Foreword

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Gibraltar – port map

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‘Top of the shops’ for maritime services, tourism and finance

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Quality bunkering at unbeatable prices

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One-stop shop for quality ship support services

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Quick and handy service for ships on the move

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Dedicated services for superyachts

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Shipyard invests in new facilities and skills

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Ship arrests handled with speed and efficiency

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Cruise gateway to the Mediterranean

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Cruise terminal to be extended

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Growing size of cruise ships is a challenge for Gibraltar

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A wider-than-ever choice of visitor attractions

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Rock is still the best show in town

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A haven for yachts – with key advantages

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Marinas offer top quality services

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New agreements with Spain bring key benefits for maritime sector

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Free ‘one-stop’ advice service for investors

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Scope for new business with regional ports

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Centre of excellence for financial services

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European flag of choice for prudent shipowners

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Directory

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ibraltar has always found a way to commercial success by adapting to new circumstances. In the 1980s, the port reinvented itself as a major centre for shiprepair and maritime support services. Following the Córdoba Agreement in September 2006 between the Governments of the United Kingdom, Gibraltar and Spain, Gibraltar has entered a new era of co-operation with other ports in the region. This has led to new business opportunities for maritime service providers in Gibraltar as well as offering new benefits for customers of our port.

As a result, the Port of Gibraltar is better placed than ever to benefit from its huge geographical advantages as a natural harbour, set in a large, sheltered, deepwater bay and commanding one of the world’s busiest shipping routes.

One of my key responsibilities is to ensure that our port continues to provide a comprehensive range of quality services to the maritime sector. The Port of Gibraltar is truly a one-stop shop for maritime services. In addition to the supply of ship’s fuel – bunkering – they include a complete range of shipping

requirements, from charts and crew changes to drydocking, hull cleaning, repairs and underwater surveys, and from legal and medical services to ship’s provisions and spare parts.

A key area for business for Gibraltar is the handling of cruise ships and their passengers. Some of the most prestigious vessels in the cruise industry are now regular callers. Our range of shore excursions and tourist attractions make Gibraltar a favourite port of call for cruises in the Mediterranean.

Bunkering is now the biggest activity in the Port of Gibraltar. The Government has placed great emphasis on ensuring that the port’s reputation as an efficient, safe and effective bunkering centre is not only maintained but enhanced. In fact, our current Code of Practice requires local suppliers to meet a set of standards that are higher than the internationally accepted rules for bunkering.

We also have a Government-appointed bunkering superintendent to oversee these standards.

Gibraltar’s other key maritime services, such as our well respected Ship Register and our fast-track system for ship arrests, will be familiar to many in the shipping industry.

Like the Rock itself, our thriving business community provides a solid and stable background to the maritime-related services that are the main focus of this handbook.

The Government recognises the central role of shipping in our everyday business life and we will continue to put in place strategies that will help grow this sector.

Welcome to Gibraltar.

The Hon J.J. Holliday MP Minister for Shipping and the Port

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‘Top of the shops’

for maritime services, tourism and finance

From military fortress to coaling station to a modern-day centre of excellence for maritime services, tourism and finance – throughout its history, Gibraltar has survived and flourished by adapting to new challenges

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ITH ITS PRIME location at the very gates of the western Mediterranean, Gibraltar has been a maritime base and centre of commerce from earliest times.

And, of course, Gibraltar has built a solid reputation as a unique tourist destination and a ‘must’ call for cruise ships.

Today, this rocky peninsula on the eastern side of a deepwater bay is a major European port offering a comprehensive range of shipping and maritime support services.

In the past, Gibraltar and its port were dominated by the naval dockyard. But with the scaling down of Ministry of Defence activities, it has diversified very effectively into other commercial sectors.

It is also a commercial centre with a wide portfolio of specialist activities including finance, legal services and telecommunications.

The same advantages that made it a natural base for the Royal Navy – its strategic location and the unique nature of the Rock – have stood it in good stead as a centre of maritime services, tourism and finance.

Naval past

Another key factor is the distinctive ‘Britishness’ of Gibraltar. Its government, legal system and financial sector are all based on British best practice, thus inspiring confidence and trust on the part of clients and investors.

In addition, Gibraltar offers tax advantages for business people and there is no VAT. Shipowners and yacht owners, too, can make significant savings by registering their vessels there.

A wider-than-ever choice of visitor sites is now available, thanks to a rolling programme of improvements by Gibraltar Tourist Board.

One-stop centre

Finance

The Port of Gibraltar is a major centre for shipping and a one-stop shop for every kind of maritime support service.

Gibraltar is a key financial centre thanks in no small degree to its VAT-free status, which has helped to attract a wide range of financial services.

Thanks to its excellent location, right next to the main shipping route between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean, the port is perfectly placed to receive vessel calls and to offer a comprehensive range of services to vessels, whether alongside, at anchor in the Bay of Gibraltar or slow steaming ‘off port limits’.

First and foremost, Gibraltar is a key player in the bunkering market thanks to a combination of keen pricing, modern barges, quality products and a reputation for fast and efficient service.

Other ship services from local companies include fresh water, provisions, spare parts and towage, while a full range of drydocking and shiprepair services is available from Cammell Laird (Gibraltar) Ltd and other specialist firms.

The Government has taken a proactive approach to the financial centre by introducing laws to enhance the legal and financial environment.

The Gibraltar Finance Centre was set up in 1997 to liaise between the public and private sectors.

Telecommunications Gibraltar is at the forefront of electronic communications, as might be expected in a commercial and financial centre of this quality.

Thanks to its strategic location, at the interface between Europe and Africa, and with the Upper Rock providing a height advantage for aerials and satellite tracking stations, the Rock is an important centre for telecommunications, with access to a huge range of wavebands.

At the same time, Gibraltar has seen a significant growth in e-commerce across a wide range of business applications.

Construction Direct flights Crew changes are quick and convenient. Gibraltar Airport, only minutes from the seaport, now offers daily direct flights to Madrid as well as London. More destinations will be served in the near future and the air terminal is to undergo a major expansion.

The biggest source of alongside ship calls is the cruise sector, which continues to grow and flourish. Today, Gibraltar is a destination of choice for many of the world’s top cruise operators.

A main focus of this boom is the waterfront areas adjoining the yacht marinas. A major new leisure and residential complex, Ocean Village, is taking shape at former Marina Bay, while luxury properties have been built on a new island breakwater at Queensway Quay Marina.

Up to four medium-sized or two large vessels can berth simultaneously. Passengers have a wide choice of shore excursions – either to the Rock, with its wealth of visitor attractions, or across the frontier into Spain, now that political relations have eased.

The East Side of the Rock, so far undeveloped, will be the location of a new cluster of apartments, leisure amenities and facilities for yachts. Work is due to commence in the near future

Cruise ships

There has been a boom in construction of new properties, mostly on reclaimed land, in response to the ever-growing demand for leisure amenities, office buildings and residential accommodation.

Quality bunkering at unbeatable prices

Offering easy access, competitive pricing and excellent fuel quality, Gibraltar is the bunkering port of reference in the Mediterranean – and continues to evolve in this field

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UNKERING is the Port of Gibraltar’s number one activity, with a total of 5,400 vessels taking on fuel in 2006 either at anchor or alongside.

The business has grown rapidly since the late 1980s and continues to grow. Over 3.98 million tonnes of bunkers were delivered in 2006.

Operating standards are among the highest in the business.

Fuel quality is rigidly maintained and bunkering companies have invested heavily in new barges and equipment.

All the local operators have recently carried out barge upgrading programmes and today Gibraltar has one of the youngest bunker fleets anywhere. They supply all grades of marine fuel, from 30 to 380 cSt, and carry out quality tests on a regular basis.

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Bunkers are normally delivered by barge to vessels at anchor in Gibraltar Bay, but can also be delivered alongside – for example, to ships berthed at the cruise terminal.

Competitive Various factors have led to this notable success in the bunkering sector: • A competitive market with high volumes ever since Cepsa (Gibraltar) Ltd began trading in 1989 • The market is constantly monitored by the Government and port authority to ensure it stays competitive and maintains the quality of its products and services • Attractively low prices thanks to Gibraltar’s unique tax status within the European Union and its low port dues • Ideal location close to main shipping routes with easy access.

In the interests of maritime safety and eco care, the Government requires all bunkering companies to follow a strict code of practice.

The Port of Gibraltar is well prepared for dealing with any pollution incidents and is an associate member of Oil Spill Response Ltd, of Southampton, England.

Key players • The Gibunco Group has a dominant position through its various specialist companies: • Cepsa (Gibraltar) Ltd is the group’s flagship company. Owned jointly by Gibunco Holdings Ltd and Cepsa International BV, of Spain, it delivers about 1.6 million tonnes of marine fuels each year to some 1,800 vessels.

All its products are sourced exclusively from Cepsa’s Algeciras refinery, thus guaranteeing total control of supply and quality.

Cepsa (Gibraltar) Ltd is also a major supplier of white oils to Gibraltar’s international market including aviation, retail and wholesale.

• Maritime (Gibraltar) Ltd, another member of the Gibunco Group, operates a fleet of ISM certified bunker barges, ranging in capacity from 3,500 to 6,800 tonnes. This includes its newest and largest barge, due to enter service before the end of 2007. The company has four barges in Gibraltar and can also call on barges from its sister company in Algeciras to meet peaks in demand.

• Peninsula Petroleum Ltd, the commercial bunkering arm of the Gibunco Group, is a major physical bunker and lubricant supplier operating from Gibraltar, Ceuta, the Canary Islands, Panama, Piraeus and Singapore. As a physical supplier and worldwide trader with annual sales in excess of 3 million tonnes, it offers top quality products and first-class customer care both on the international market and in the Port of Gibraltar.

The company has dedicated 24-hour trading offices in London, Dublin, Greece, Gibraltar, Singapore and Dubai. In Gibraltar, it

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supplies automotive and marine gasoil for mega yachts.

• Vemaoil Company Ltd has six bunker barges, based in Gibraltar, ranging from 4,000 to 5,200 tonnes. They have a combined capacity of over 25,000 tonnes.

The barges have a high pumping capacity and are equipped with blenders, flow meters and sampling units.

The company achieves a fast and flexible service by supplying fuel to the barges from a floating storage facility anchored permanently in the Bay. This mothership is the 80,000 dwt ‘Vemabaltic’, a modern double-hulled vessel.

In 2006 Vemaoil delivered about 1.68 million tonnes of bunkers to about 1,700 vessels vessels as a physical supplier.

• Aegean Bunkering Gibraltar Ltd physically supplies and markets refined marine fuel and lubricants to ships in port and at sea.

The company serves a wide range of oceangoing and coastal vessels including bulk carriers, containerships, cruise ships, ferries, fishing vessels and tankers.

Aegean has service centres in Greece, Gibraltar, the United Arab Emirates, Jamaica and Singapore. It is one of only a few independent physical suppliers that own and operate a fleet of bunker barges and conduct physical supply operations in multiple jurisdictions.

Aegean owns a fleet of 13 bunker barges with an average capacity of 5,940 dwt and two storage tankers of 70,000 dwt each.

In addition, Aegean has contracts for 22 new bunker barges, to be delivered between 2007 and 2009, with options for another nine

vessels. Until recently Aegean took its supplies from FAMM’s storage tanks, but the company now has the 75,000 dwt ‘Fos’ serving as floating storage for its four bunker barges in Gibraltar, all of which fly the Gibraltar flag.

Gibraltar market share in 2006

• Shell Company of Gibraltar Ltd supplies automotive and marine gasoil for yachts and commercial vessels ex-wharf by truck and/or barge.

Cepsa/Peninsula 40.9% 1,630,896 tonnes

Shell 3.06% 122,185 tonnes

The company can arrange agency on behalf of the vessel.

Vemaoil 36.78% 1,466,758 tonnes

FAMM* 2.27% 90,673 tonnes

Aegean 16.98% 677,006 tonnes

*FAMM has now pulled out of the Gibraltar market

Shell Gibraltar also supplies bulk and packaged lubricants both ex-wharf and by barge in the Bay. Other services are removal of waste oil from yachts and rapid lubricants analysis.

Shell Gibraltar handled 122,185 tonnes of products and served over 500 ships in 2006.

• Bunkers Gibraltar, a newcomer to the market, has begun operations with a floating storage facility and one bunker barge

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One-stop shop for quality

ship support services Gibraltar is home to many specialist companies offering a comprehensive range of support services for shipping

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S A CENTRE for ship services, Gibraltar could hardly be better qualified. In addition to its superb geographical location, the port has built a reputation for top quality services.

The port is ideally positioned for vessels transiting the Strait. With a minimum of deviation, ships can anchor in the Bay and take advantage of Gibraltar’s world-class bunkering services.

Ship operators can also make best use of their downtime by taking on provisions and stores and arranging for crew changes and repairs.

For vessels that want to keep moving, several companies in Gibraltar specialise in ‘off port limits’ services (see Page 21).

Little wonder that more and more shipowners are discovering the advantages of using Gibraltar and its many first-class support services.

There is a wide choice of reputable companies in Gibraltar offering a comprehensive range of ship services including: • Bunkers • Chandlery • Crew changes • Fresh water • Lube oil • Provisions • Ship agency • Shipyard support • Spare parts and stores.

Some of the larger service companies – for example, M.H. Bland – operate their own harbour craft and support vessels, providing ‘off port limits’ services as well as delivering to vessels at anchor and alongside.

Anchorage Gibraltar has a good anchorage on its eastern side for vessels awaiting orders or in lay-up, while the Bay is normally used for delivering maritime services to vessels at anchor. Gibraltar is a convenient place for awaiting orders because crews can be flown home via the airport and brought back when required.

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Other firms deal with vessel repairs both at anchor and alongside.

Riding squads are available for voyage repairs, leaving the ship at her next port of call.

Spare parts and stores Ships requiring provisions, spare parts and stores will find a choice of specialist companies offering first-rate services. In particular, urgently needed spares can usually be delivered within a matter of hours. The introduction of direct flights between Gibraltar and Spain has made it easier than ever for local companies such as Redwood International Ltd to airfreight supplies from other parts of Europe.

Crew changes

Stevedoring

Vessels requiring crew changes can take advantage of Gibraltar’s ‘off port limits’ service to take on fresh crew members without interrupting their voyage. The airport makes it easy for crew to be flown home at the end of their tour of duty, especially now that Gibraltar has direct flights to Madrid as well as London.

Gibraltar’s main stevedoring company, M.H. Bland, has a full range of handling equipment including a 36 tonne capacity Gottwald mobile harbour crane, one heavy and six light fork-lift trucks, and smaller cranes for grab work and ship stores. The company operates from the North Mole Container Terminal and has warehouses at various locations.

Ship agency Gibraltar has a wide choice of experienced ship agents dealing with vessels of all sizes and types.

These companies have all the experience and expertise needed to arrange port services that are exactly suited to the needs of each individual shipowner.

Towage The main towage company in Gibraltar is T.P. Towage Ltd, which has four tugs including a 42 ton bollard pull unit.

Towage services are also provided by Maritime (Gibraltar) Ltd, which operates tugs and other support vessels

Many of Gibraltar’s ship agencies have offices in other ports in the region for prompt and easy access to support services.

A full list of ship agents operating in Gibraltar, with contact details, can be found in the Directory at the end of this handbook.

Shiprepair In addition to the major facilities of Cammell Laird (Gibraltar) Ltd, the port is home to other companies offering shiprepair and engineering services.

Gibunco Mechanical Ltd, part of the Gibunco Group, is involved in afloat repairs, engineering support, riding crews and tank cleaning. The company has its own workshops handling all types of steelwork, machining and engine repairs.

A sister company, Scamp Ltd, part of the Scamp Underwater Services Network, handles a range of activities including general repairs, hull cleaning, propeller polishing and in-water surveys.

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Quick and handy service for ships

on the move

PECIALIST operators in Gibraltar now offer a range of ‘off port limits’ services that provide a quick and convenient facility for ships en route between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.

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Three special areas have been set aside for ‘off port limits’ operations to avoid interfering with regular shipping traffic:

This allows ships to receive provisions, spare parts and stores – and even change crew – without coming off charter or leaving international waters.

• Area 1 – Northwards of a line drawn east of Europa Point

Expertise Various companies based in the Port of Gibraltar have the expertise and equipment to provide these services. They can send out a tug or a supply vessel to change crews and deliver essential items such as charts, mail, spare parts and stores while the ship is under way. The whole operation can take as little as 15 minutes.

• Area 2 – Within two and a half nautical miles of 36°02’N and 5°15’W (about seven miles south-east of Europa Point) • Area 3 – Eastern Anchorage (off the east side of Gibraltar).

Companies operating ‘off port limits’ supply vessels include Maritime (Gibraltar) Ltd, M.H. Bland & Co Ltd and T.P. Towage Company Ltd. They work closely with local ship supply companies

The Government has laid down flexible rules under which the maximum amount of provisions and number of crew members carried by a single supply vessel is determined solely by the size of the supply vessel. Each vessel is surveyed annually to ensure it can perform these services efficiently and safely.

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Dedicated

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ore and more owners of superyachts are discovering the advantages of using the Port of Gibraltar for a range of support services like nautical charts, provisions and stores as well as major work such as drydocking and repairs.

With over 25 years’ experience in the marine business, Medmar has the expertise and local knowledge to offer cost-effective and top quality services that include:

In particular, yacht captains facing a busy schedule will find Gibraltar a very convenient one-stop shop for all their servicing and support requirements.

• Berth reservations

A number of companies in Gibraltar offer support services for yachts. And, in the superyacht sector, the specialist company Medmar is dedicated to serving the needs of the superyacht industry.

• Port services, Customs & Immigration clearance

• Bunker fuels and lubricants • Engineering and shiprepair • ENG 3 medical • Freight forwarding and clearance of yacht spares • Travel arrangements • Provisioning and ship chandlery • Charts and publications • Waste oil and garbage removal and disosal • IT communications • Servicing and repair of navigation equipment

Shipyard invests in new facilities

and skills to meet customers’ needs

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N ABILITY to adapt to new economic circumstances has served Gibraltar’s shipyard well over the years – and the same formula has brought continuing success for the present owner, Cammell Laird (Gibraltar) Ltd. The former naval dockyard was adapted for commercial use after the UK Ministry of Defence scaled down its operations in Gibraltar in 1984.

Since June 2006 the shipyard has been owned by private investors who are now putting in place a substantial programme of investment in facilities and infrastructure to move the business forward into a fresh and exciting chapter.

The shipyard will continue to provide repairs and other services for commercial vessels. But over the next few years the emphasis will move increasingly towards the superyacht sector. The aim is to become a fully fledged yacht repair centre rather than a shipyard that handles some yacht work.

Cammell Laird has already been working on superyachts for some years now, using a dedicated covered facility at No 3 dock. Now the company is expanding and improving its facilities with a view to winning orders for major refits on large luxury vessels such as the latest generation of transatlantic superyachts.

Key advantages Growing source The superyachts sector is a growing source of business for Cammell Laird. Not only are there more of these luxury vessels cruising the Atlantic and Mediterranean, but they are getting bigger – anything up to 150 metres and beyond – with a consequent need for large specialised dockyard facilities.

Cammell Laird sees a big future for high quality, high value work on superyachts – including repairs, refurbishment and conversions – and the company aims to concentrate more and more on this specialised sector in the years ahead.

Gibraltar offers key advantages when it comes to attracting business to its shipyard.

First and foremost, Gibraltar is ideally located close to the main shipping lanes, offering minimum deviation for commercial vessels.

The shipyard is also perfectly placed to receive yachts and other luxury vessels on their way between the traditional cruising areas of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.

Gibraltar also has an ideal year-round climate for shipyard work.

In addition, Cammell Laird offers large capacity dry docks including a covered dock for superyachts.

And, of course, the shipyard is able to take advantage of the comprehensive range of maritime support services available in Gibraltar.

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Facilities at a glance Cammell Laird has three dry docks and 3,500 square metres of covered workshops.

This allows the company to deal with everything from minor repairs up to major conversions.

The shipyard can repair vessels up to panamax size. It is also able to undertake conversion work such as lengthening, jumboising and adapting vessels for new purposes.

Repairs can also be carried out on vessels at anchor. If necessary, the shipyard will send riding squads to sail with the ship and carry out voyage repairs without interrupting vessel schedules.

In addition, the shipyard carries out routine work such as cleaning, blasting and painting. Underwater cleaning can be arranged with a local sub-contractor.

A major capital improvement programme, already begun by Cammell Laird, will provide the shipyard with a broader range of specialised skills for working on luxury vessels, together with amenities, berthing space and technical resources up to the very latest international standards.

As a first step, the company has carried out a major programme of cleaning and modernisation of the shipyard and its facilities.

The walls and floors of the graving docks have been thoroughly scoured, the gates of No 2 dock have been refurbished and the whole shipyard has undergone a general clean-up.

The shipyard has also switched from grit blasting to more eco friendly hydro blasting in an effort to minimise dust and pollution.

The aim is to produce a very clean and dust-free environment that will reassure owners of luxury yachts that the impeccable paintwork and expensive fittings of their vessels will remain unblemished while in the shipyard.

Cammell Laird is also upgrading and expanding its facilities to cope with the expected higher level of demand for work on superyachts:

• The roofs of the main workshops have been refurbished and repaired.

The basic structure of these former naval workshops has been preserved for historical reasons, but the interiors will be adapted in the near future for new types of work related to superyachts.

• The shipyard’s main office and reception areas have been refurbished.

• A wider entrance road has been constructed to provide easier access to the shipyard.

• A growing proportion of the drydocking facilities will be adapted for superyachts including covered working areas similar to No 3 dock.

Cammell Laird also has plans to improve the overall skills level of its employees through special training. During 2008 the company will take on apprentices from the local job market who will be trained in special techniques relating to luxury vessels. Through this training programme, the company is looking to add new highly specialised skills to its portfolio such as cabinet making and high quality painting of yacht hulls.

In addition to maintenance and repair work, Cammell Laird hopes to attract large-scale projects lasting several months – such as the total restoration of a superyacht

Main particulars of dry docks • No 1 dock measures 270 metres x 38 metres x 10 metres and is served by two 45 tonne cranes and one 8 tonne crane • No 2 dock measures 190 metres x 28 metres x 11 metres and is served by two 15 tonne cranes • No 3 (covered) dock measures 150 metres x 11 metres and is served by two 10 tonne cranes

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Ship arrests handled with speed

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SPECIAL AREA of maritime expertise is ship arrests, in which Gibraltar is regarded as an ideal jurisdiction thanks to the speed and efficiency of its court system.

Gibraltar offers shipowners and mortgagers a tried and tested maritime legal system based on English law and conducted in English, the international language of shipping.

Convenient Another key factor is Gibraltar’s convenient location near the main Atlantic and Mediterranean shipping routes. The port has plenty of room, both alongside and at anchor, for arrested ships to await the decision of the courts and, possibly, their subsequent sale.

The authorities in Gibraltar have a lot of experience and expertise in handling arrested vessels. Shipowners and mortgagers can be sure that matters will be addressed with a minimum of delay and inconvenience.

vessel can be sold and the proceeds used to clear the debt. Time is of the essence, since delays can lead to extra costs as well as inconveniencing all parties and possibly hindering the final settlement. Ships are sold with a ‘clean title’ – that is, free from all encumbrances.

Gibraltar is one of the world’s leading arrest ports, favoured by creditors because of the speed and efficiency of its courts. Another advantage is that crews of arrested ships can return home or move to another job with a minimum of delay.

Modern IT technology is used to speed the process of appraisal and sale once the court has made the relevant order. Particulars of an arrested ship can be transmitted to London and made available on line within days of a survey

What leads to an arrest An arrest may take place if a vessel has accrued an unpaid debt or if there is a dispute over ownership of the vessel or her cargo.

Sometimes the vessel is surrendered voluntarily, but in other cases the authorities will be instructed to arrest the vessel as she enters port.

The Supreme Court, sitting in its Admiralty jurisdiction, will determine whether judgement should be given in favour of the creditor, in which case the

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Cruise gateway to the

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S A CRUISE destination, Gibraltar ticks all the right boxes – not only because of its prime location at the southern tip of Europe, but also because of its excellent range of facilities and services for cruise ships and their passengers.

Add to that the unbeatable choice of visitor attractions that can be found on the Rock and it’s easy to see why more and more cruise ship operators are including Gibraltar as a ‘must’ call on their itineraries.

In 2006 the Port of Gibraltar received 202 cruise ship calls, bringing ashore some 210,800 passengers. The figures for 2007 are higher still, making it a record year for the cruise sector, with 224 calls and some 240,000 shore visitors expected.

Location With its prime location at the southern tip of Europe, commanding the entrance to the Mediterranean, Gibraltar is an ideal call for ships cruising the western Mediterranean, the Atlantic coast of Iberia and Morocco and on itineraries to Madeira and the Canary Islands.

Easy access Access for cruise ships is simple and straightforward. The port has no locks or tidal restrictions, so ships can berth alongside the terminal at any time of day or night within an hour of leaving the international shipping lanes.

The cruise berths on the Western Arm have no length or air draught restrictions. There is a draught of 9.6 metres on the outside and 8.2 metres on the inside. The Western Arm offers a total of 940 metres of wharfage, allowing up to four mediumsized or two large vessels to berth simultaneously.

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Member of MedCruise Gibraltar Port Authority is a member of MedCruise – the Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports – which promotes the interests of members ports and fosters good relations with other cruise ports around the world.

MedCruise has 42 members representing 59 ports in the Mediterranean region.

Cruise ship operators can deal with MedCruise ports on a collective basis, making it easier to discuss and fix their itineraries for the forthcoming season.

By showing flexibility, the Port of Gibraltar has fitted itself into a wider range of itineraries, thus attracting more cruise calls.

Very large cruise ships such as the ‘Queen Mary 2’ can anchor off and send passengers ashore by tender to the ferry terminal, thus leaving the cruise terminal free to handle passengers and other vessels.

Port services Gibraltar offers every kind of support service for cruise ships including bunkers, crew changes, fresh water, harbour towage, provisions, spare parts and stores as well as a major shipyard with a full range of drydocking and engineering facilities.

Passenger facilities Gibraltar is equipped to handle large numbers of cruise passengers. There is a modern cruise terminal on the Western Arm, underlining Gibraltar’s status as a quality port of call.

From the cruise terminal, there is a wide choice of excursions, either by taxi or in organised coach tours provided by experienced local operators and accompanied by multilingual guides.

Alternatively, passengers can walk or take a shuttle service into the town centre, with its impressive range of VAT-free shops.

Visitor attractions Gibraltar is a fascinating destination with a unique character shaped by the social and military events of three centuries.

Visitors have ready access to a wide range of historical sites and other attractions.

Key advantages Gibraltar has key advantages as a cruise call: • Excellent location • Easy access for ships • Top quality port services

Facilities for visitors are being expanded and improved all the time in a programme driven by the Gibraltar Tourist Board

• First-rate facilities for passengers • Unbeatable choice of visitor attractions • Ships can berth alongside cruise terminal

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Cruise terminal to be

extended A

STYLISH KEYNOTE for arriving passengers is set by the port’s attractive cruise terminal, which will be further enhanced and extended in the near future (see panel story).

Located on the Western Arm of the North Mole – where most of the cruise ships berth – the terminal makes a good first impression on passengers as they step ashore in Gibraltar.

The Western Arm has a total quay length of 940 metres, allowing up to four medium sized or two large vessels to berth alongside simultaneously. Additional berths can be made available elsewhere in the port if required.

Over a million passengers have passed through the terminal since it opened for business in July 1997.

The terminal building has a bright and spacious interior. The ambience is airy and cool thanks to a specially insulated roof and stone-clad walls. The pleasant blue-and-yellow décor picks up the sunny hues of the Mediterranean and the walls are decorated with attractive murals of nautical scenes.

The terminal offers a range of tourist facilities including a bar and coffee shop, a bureau de change, international telephone, fax and internet facilities and a tourism information office as well as an arts and crafts shop and special display areas.

Security The terminal has strict security in place to reassure both passengers and ship operators.

Further improvements on the way Facilities for ships and passengers at the cruise terminal are to be further improved in a programme of works due to commence in autumn 2007.

A major extension will almost double the size of the cruise terminal building, greatly improving facilities for passengers while also putting Gibraltar in the market for possible turnround business.

The remainder of the Western Arm will be paved to bring it up to the same high standard as the existing paved area next to the terminal building.

Obsolete storage facilities will be demolished to free up more quayside space.

In addition, the inside of the Western Arm will be dredged so as to accommodate the larger ships that are scheduled to call at Gibraltar in 2008.

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The restricted zone is accessed from the public area by way of airport-style security systems such as X-ray machines and metal detectors.

The port itself is a restricted access area, with a visible but discreet security presence on the landside, while harbour waters are patrolled continuously by Ministry of Defence, police and port authority launches

Growing size of cruise ships

is a challenge

for Gibraltar A

CHALLENGE for the Port of Gibraltar is dealing with the growing size and passenger capacity of today’s cruise ships.

Ten years ago, the average number of passengers per ship calling at Gibraltar was 600. This figure has now doubled to 1,200 which indicates the growing capacity of modern cruise ships.

A prime example is Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, which began calling at Gibraltar in 1990 with the 700 passenger capacity ‘Sun Viking’.

Changing face Over the years, the changing face of the Royal Caribbean fleet is shown by the ships that have called at Gibraltar. They include ‘Song of Norway’ (1,000 passengers) and the 1,800 passenger capacity sisterships ‘Splendour of the Seas’ and ‘Legend of the Seas’.

In 2007 the 3,000 passenger ‘Navigator of the Seas’ made nine calls and in 2008 the new 4,000 passenger ‘Independence of the Seas’ is scheduled to make nine calls.

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A wider-than-ever choice of visitor attractions Every year, millions of visitors come to Gibraltar by air, land and sea to explore the famous Rock and sample its unique attractions

WIDER CHOICE OF EXCURSIONS The compact nature of Gibraltar means that visitors can easily cover most of the main tourist sites in a matter of hours – ideal for shore excursions by cruise passengers.

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HE ROCK is a magnet for visitors – and the reasons are not hard to find. Gibraltar is a fascinating destination with a unique character shaped by the social and military upheavals of three centuries.

There is a rich legacy of natural and historical wonders just waiting to be experienced, explored and enjoyed.

Small wonder that, today, tourism is a core industry for Gibraltar, with some 8.5 million visitors each year.

Many of these are cruise passengers on shore excursions, while others fly in from the UK or come by car or coach from Spain.

Better experience Gibraltar Tourist Board has worked hard to make the visitor experience better than ever by expanding and improving the range of attractions, making them more accessible, providing clearer information and promoting guided tours.

The overall look of the town centre has been improved by a rolling programme of enhancement.

The main shopping centre, Main Street, is totally pedestrianised, while two of the main squares, Casemates and John Mackintosh, have been transformed into popular tourist spots with bars, boutiques and open-air restaurants.

But the limited distance between tourist sites also presents a challenge for organisers of excursions.

More cruise passengers are coming ashore as ships get ever larger. The Tourist Board has risen to the challenge by expanding the number of visitor attractions and encouraging local operators to co-ordinate their excursion times and routes.

There is also a greater diversity of tours now. This has been assisted by the dramatic easing of crossborder traffic since the new political agreement with Spain was signed in 2006. It means that local operators can now offer tourist excursions into Spain with scope for sightseeing as well as leisure activities such as golf.

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A new lease of life In an imaginative scheme, Gibraltar has created exciting new amenities for the town by refurbishing and converting parts of its original defensive walls.

King’s Bastion, built in 1772 during the Great Siege, has been converted into a leisure centre with an ice rink and a gymnasium. These amenities can be used by local people and visitors alike. The facade has been preserved, while the interior has been tastefully modernised.

Orange Bastion has been restored to its original state with gun emplacements and powder stores. The latter have been converted into smart boutiques for arts and crafts. This amenity is a perfect complement to nearby Casemates Square, which was refurbished earlier.

Most recently, parts of the town’s defensive walls have been refurbished to create new amenities for townspeople and visitors.

The public transport system has been greatly improved with the recent introduction of new air conditioned buses and a good choice of routes with punctual services.

Visitor appeal Gibraltar has key advantages for shortstay and shore excursion visitors: • English is the first language – perfect for American and British visitors including cruise passengers • Town centre is within walking distance of the Cruise Terminal and only minutes away by coach or taxi • Main visitor attractions are clustered in a small area – so there’s time to fit them into a typical cruise call • Wide choice of VAT-free shopping. Much of the town centre, including Main Street, is pedestrianised • Gibraltar has enviably low crime rate and efficient, British-style police and emergency services

It’s quicker by ‘car’ Fastest route to the Upper Rock is via the Cable Car, which takes passengers up the west face of the Rock from a base station in Grand Parade, a few minutes’ walk from the town centre.

The Cable Car is owned and operated by M.H. Bland and includes a middle station, with access to the Apes’ Den, and a top station with spectacular views of Africa, Spain and Gibraltar itself.

The top station has a self-service restaurant and a souvenir shop.

Alternatively, visitors can take a tour bus or taxi to the Upper Rock.

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Rocktheisbeststill

show in town

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HE ROCK of Gibraltar – one of the legendary Pillars of Hercules – is a major attraction in its own right, dominating the busy town and its port.

The town itself is an exotic blend of British, Genoese and Portuguese architecture, with narrow winding streets and a huge choice of pubs, restaurants, shops and places of interest.

Throughout Gibraltar the visitor will see dramatic reminders of its turbulent past including ancient battlements and gateways, great guns and military tunnels.

• World War II Tunnels: Visitors can tour this ‘fortress within a fortress’, excavated in 1940 on the orders of Winston Churchill and opened to the public in May 2005. The tunnels were designed to accommodate a hospital, a military headquarters and a power station as well as nearly 10,000 troops and civilians.

Other attractions Upper Rock • Barbary apes: Europe’s only free-ranging monkeys were introduced to Gibraltar over 250 years ago. They can be seen at the Apes’ Den and in other areas of the Upper Rock.

• Great Siege Tunnels: A defensive network dug by the British Army inside the Rock during the Great Siege of 1779 to 1783.

• Moorish Castle: This ancient fortified complex, dating back to the Islamic conquest of the 12th century, has been completed renovated as a major visitor attraction. The castle was reopened to the public in June 2007.

• St Michael’s Cave: Located 300 metres above sea level and famous for its stalagmites and stalactites, the cave’s main chamber has been transformed into a spectacular venue for concerts, fashion shows, plays and other social events.

• Upper Rock Natural History & Heritage Park: Over 600 species of flowers and plants, many of them unique to Gibraltar.

• Botanical Gardens: Dating from 1816, these public gardens contain exotic plants, shrubs and trees and an attractive amphitheatre.

• Dolphins and whales: One of the natural wonders of Gibraltar is the large population of dolphins in the deep waters of the Bay and Strait. Whales can also be seen. There are regular boat trips from local marinas.

• Europa Point: This site, at the southern tip of Gibraltar, contains the only Trinity House lighthouse outside the UK as well as the medieval Shrine of Our Lady of Europe and the modern Ibrahim-Al-Ibrahim Mosque.

Other attractions include: • Catalan Bay Fishing Village • Hundred Ton Gun • Jews’ Gate • Military Heritage Centre • Nelson’s Anchorage • O’Hara’s Battery • Parson’s Lodge Battery • Trafalgar Cemetery

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A haven for yachts – with key

advantages

Gibraltar is a favourite call for yachting enthusiasts and a popular base for yacht cruising thanks to its great location, firstrate facilities and unique British style

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HE SPECTACULAR SETTING and perfect location of Gibraltar have long made it a popular haven for yachts and leisure craft.

The Rock is a natural stop-over for boats sailing between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean or between Europe and Africa.

In addition to visiting yachts, Gibraltar has attracted many permanent berth-holders as more and more British and other northern European owners have discovered the advantages of keeping their yachts in Gibraltar.

The marina facilities in Gibraltar are situated in an area of major waterfront development. The two main marinas are at Ocean Village, where a very large-scale leisure, retail and residential complex is taking shape, and at Queensway Quay, where developers have installed a new island breakwater with luxury housing.

year-round cruising. The airport also has direct flights to Madrid with more services expected to be added in the near future.

Advantages

As a Red Ensign Group register, Gibraltar offers key advantages for locally registered yachts. Gibraltar also has tax advantages, including no VAT, for owners who keep their boats there.

With an airport on its doorstep, Gibraltar has good connections with the UK, allowing British yachtsmen to keep their boats in Gibraltar and enjoy the southern climate, with opportunities for

In addition to its many tourist attractions, Gibraltar has its own financial and legal sectors with wide experience in dealing with yacht owners.

Yacht Register offers key advantages Yacht owners can enjoy fiscal and other benefits by registering their boats in Gibraltar, where they have Red Ensign Group status.

Yacht registration is handled by the Gibraltar Yacht Registry, which offers an efficient, friendly and professional service.

For registration procedures, requirements, relevant forms and charges, please visit the Yacht Registry website at: www.companieshouse.gi

Services As a commercial port, Gibraltar is home to a variety of maritime companies offering support services for yachts.

One of the most important is Cammell Laird (Gibraltar) Ltd, which has drydocking facilities for superyachts and aims to concentrate more of its resources on this sector (see chapter about shipyard).

Yacht owners will find a range of support services in Gibraltar including certified compass adjusters, electronics specialists, liferaft servicing agents and sail makers as well as banks and insurance companies.

Gibraltar also has a wide choice of spare parts and ship supply companies. One of the leaders is Redwood International Ltd, which specialises in express transport and clearance of ship and yacht spares. Local agencies will also deal promptly and efficiently with boat owners’ requirements

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Marinas offer top quality

services

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IBRALTAR has two sheltered private marinas – Marina Bay and Queensway Quay – offering a total of more than 400 berths.

Both marinas can accommodate vessels up to superyacht size.

Marina Bay is located near the airport while Queensway Quay is inside the main harbour. Both these facilities are just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre.

Boatyard and chandlery services are provided by H. Sheppard & Co Ltd, which will be moving to a new location in 2008.

In addition to visiting yachts, Gibraltar is popular with long-stay customers. Attractive discounts are offered for long stays.

There is good liaison with Sheppard’s boatyard, which offers haul-out and yacht repair services.

Marina Bay Marina Bay has a well sheltered location on the west side of the Rock. Built in 1979, it has been developed into a multi service facility.

The marina has over 200 berths and a maximum draught of 4.5 metres and can accommodate vessels up to superyacht size (75 metres).

The marina was acquired by Ocean Village Investments Ltd in 2006. Work began in 2007 on a major project to improve the marina and integrate its facilities with neighbouring Ocean Village, a prestigious new leisure complex.

Each berth has a total facility point with fresh water, power, telephone and fax. The whole system is computerised so that, when a yacht is ready to leave, everything including berthing fees and extras can be prepared at a moment’s notice.

Pier office staff are on hand to give help and advice. The pier office building, near the marina entrance, contains shower and toilet facilities.

Wireless internet access is provided by YachtConnect Ltd. Yacht owners will find a range of support services within the marina complex including a chandlery, bars and restaurants, a hair salon and a launderette as well as diving and sailing schools. The main building, Neptune House, contains banking services, a business bureau and a dental surgery.

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The elegant setting of Marina Bay is ideal for dining out, with views over the marina and Gibraltar Bay. Ocean Village already owned Sheppard’s Marina, at the centre of its development plans, and this acquisition has created an opportunity to merge the two marinas to create an integrated residential, leisure and retail complex.

Queensway Quay Queensway Quay Marina is part of a modern waterside development located in the main harbour area. The marina became privately owned in 2001.

The marina has 160 fully serviced berths and can accommodate yachts up to 80 metres in length. There is a minimum depth of 4.5 metres.

All pontoons are accessed through a security gate with pass numbers.

The marina has an impressive backdrop of residential complexes and a choice of stylish restaurants and bars. New development includes a manmade ‘island’ breakwater to provide maximum shelter for boats in the marina. A row of luxury houses, each with its own 20 metre berth, has been built on the island.

Queensway Quay Marina is just a short walk from the town centre.

Marina Bay Position: North end of Gibraltar near airport runway in position 36°8’5”N and 5°22’5”W Berths: 209 Berthing: Mainly stern-to or bow-to concrete piers with alongside berths available for larger yachts Maximum length: 75 metres Electricity and water: Available on pontoon Services: Toilets, showers, restaurants, shops, chandlery, engine and electrical workshops, laundry Contact details: Tel: +350 73300, Fax: +350 42656 Email: pieroffice@marinabay.gi, VHF: Channel 71

Queensway Quay Position: 36°8’1”N and 5°21’3”W Berths: 160

Sheppard’s

Berthing: Stern-to and bow-to floating pontoon

Sheppard’s has provided reliable support for yacht owners since 1961.

The old marina premises have been sold to a developer. The company, now called M. Sheppard & Co, is continuing to operate its chandlery and yacht repair services pending the construction of a new repair and haul-out facility.

The chandlery shop offers a full range of yacht equipment and maintenance products including electronics, cruising equipment, spares, hardware, engines, generators, paints and materials for maintenance, repair and fitting out. The shop is located on the ground floor of Marina Court, on the seaward side, about 100 metres from Marina Bay. Sheppard’s workshops are located at the southern end of Coaling Island, near Queensway Quay Marina. Services include electrical system repairs, GRP repairs, machining, mechanical repairs, rigging, shipwright services, spray painting and stainless steel fabrication. Sheppard’s is a Volvo Penta dealer but can service or repair most other makes of engine. Mechanics will visit yachts at any marina for afloat repairs.

Maximum size: 80 metres Electricity and water: Available on pontoon Services: Toilets, showers, restaurants, fishing club, laundry Contact details: Tel: +350 44700, Fax: +350 44699 Email: qqmarina@gibraltar.gi, VHF: Channel 71

Sheppard’s Contact details: Tel: +350 75148 / 77183 Fax: +350 42535, Email: admin@sheppard.gi Workshop: Tel: +350 76895, Fax: +350 71780 Email: yachtrep@gibraltar.gi

Pending construction of a new facility, Sheppard’s can haul craft up to 17 metres or 30 tons displacement at North Mole and up to 9 metres or 4.5 tons at Coaling Island. The company offers a range of services to hauled-out yachts, including antifouling removal, bottom cleaning, slurry blasting, anode replacement, seacock servicing, sterngear repairs, spray painting, polishing, transducer replacement and osmosis treatment

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New agreements

with Spain bring key benefits

for maritime sector

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N IMPORTANT new chapter opened for Gibraltar on 18 September 2006 with the signing of agreements that have resolved some long-standing issues between Gibraltar and Spain.

Good news for shipowners

The agreements, signed in the Spanish town of Córdoba by the governments of Gibraltar, Spain and the UK, have paved the way for key developments in air, sea and road transport – and telecommunications – that will boost the economy of Gibraltar and bring key benefits for the maritime sector.

The new agreement on direct flights between Gibraltar and Spain has already led to some key benefits for the maritime sector:

Agreement

• For ship spares, too, the wider choice of flights makes it easier for suppliers to arrange prompt delivery of urgently needed items to vessels in Gibraltar.

• For crew changes, ship operators now have more flexibility thanks to the availability of connecting flights through Madrid. A growing number of seafarers are now flying via the Spanish capital to join their ships in Gibraltar.

In particular, the Córdoba Agreements have opened the way for expanded use of Gibraltar’s airport – with direct flights to Spain – as well as allowing Gibraltar to be included in all European Union aviation measures.

Meanwhile, the greater fluidity of traffic across the frontier has opened the way for coach excursions from Gibraltar into Spain – thus giving cruise passengers a wider choice of options and making the Rock a more attractive call for cruise ships.

Another welcome improvement is the greater fluidity of traffic across the land frontier.

Truck services to and from Gibraltar have also benefited from the more open frontier – another positive spin-off for suppliers of ship spares.

In the telecommunications sector, too, Spain has agreed to recognise Gibraltar’s international direct dialling code (+350) and to allow Gibraltar mobile telephone roaming in Spain.

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The new agreements have also resolved a longrunning dispute over pensions for Spanish workers employed in Gibraltar, with the UK Government agreeing to pay them.

March 2007 when, for the first time, these were held in Gibraltar and hosted by its Government.

Clearly, the Córdoba Agreements represent a big step forward in improved relations between Gibraltar and Spain.

Thanks to the agreements, it is now possible to fly directly between Gibraltar and Madrid for the first time in nearly 30 years.

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Airport will expand One of the most visible symbols of the new agreements will be a new expanded air terminal in Gibraltar.

Work is due to begin in late 2007 on a major expansion of the airport to cope with the increase in air traffic.

Direct flights

On 16 December 2006 Iberia began operating a daily lunchtime service between Madrid and Gibraltar and on 1 May 2007 Gibraltar’s GB Airways (under the British Airways franchise, code sharing with Iberia) began a daily evening service, thus allowing same-day business trips in both directions.

Various airlines are said to be looking to operate direct flights between Gibraltar and Barcelona in the near future.

The airport agreement opens up new opportunities, not only for passenger travel but also for air freight, and is likely to boost the economies of Gibraltar and southern Spain

Plans announced by the Government include a new enlarged air terminal, new access roads and expanded car parking. The terminal is expected to be completed by the end of 2008.

Top priority will be given to building a tunnel under the runway to take the main road between Gibraltar and Spain – thus ending the current ‘level crossing’ arrangement whereby road traffic crosses the runway to reach the frontier.

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Free

‘one-stop’

advice service

for investors

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he Government has set up a free financial advice service called the InvestGibraltar Office to act as a bridge between the private and public sectors.

Staffed by trained professionals, the new Office will support existing businesses and help those looking to start up, diversify or expand in Gibraltar.

and information packs are available. Staff are happy to deal with inquiries and seek further information from other departments or agencies.

InvestGibraltar aims to:

In particular, the Government wants to encourage new enterprise in communications, financial services, light industry, maritime services, property development, tourism and trade.

• Package and promote Gibraltar’s main investment opportunities under one banner • Help the Government fulfil its commercial policy aims

InvestGibraltar provides information and guidance on a wide variety of business topics. Literature

• Develop and co-ordinate investment plans • Give support to new investors and to Gibraltar’s existing small and medium enterprises.

Scope for new business with

regional ports

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SPIRIT of greater co-operation with other seaports in the region has opened up new opportunities for Gibraltar’s maritime services sector.

The Córdoba Agreements have paved the way for improved relations with the Spanish port of Algeciras, while other ports in the Strait – Ceuta, Tanger City Port and the brand-new container port of Tanger Med in Morocco – have also shown interest in doing more business with Gibraltar.

There is also likely to be a significant increase in the number of complementary arrangements between firms in Gibraltar and elsewhere, with more companies looking to set up regional offices for the convenience of customers using other ports.

Discussions

In particular, Gibraltar has shown a keen interest in the development of Tanger Med, a major new container transhipment facility, which was due to receive its first vessel in July 2007.

The Government of Gibraltar has played a strong part in this process by holding regular discussions with the various port authorities and encouraging ministerial visits in both directions.

Gibraltar is not a container port, so it does not compete with Tangier for cargo. But Gibraltar can certainly offer a comprehensive range of support services that are likely to be of interest to operators of containerships.

Over the years, Gibraltar has developed a high level of expertise in maritime support services – everything from bunkers through chandlery and legal advice to shiprepair – and the recent trend towards regional co-operation could help to unlock a whole new market for these skills.

Financial services Gibraltar has a well established financial services sector, too, that could be very attractive to companies in the international shipping sector.

Already, there has been an exchange of visits by Shipping Minister Joe Holliday from Gibraltar and senior managers from the Tanger Med Port Authority, and the Government hopes this new relationship can be further developed for the mutual benefit of both seaports

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Centre of excellence for financial services

Financial services are a key element in Gibraltar’s flourishing commercial sector thanks to a well regulated infrastructure coupled with a high level of expertise and direct access to European Union markets

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IBRALTAR’S financial sector has grown rapidly over the past two decades to become a significant player on the European financial scene and a complementary centre to the City of London.

Various key factors lie behind this success, including the strategic location of Gibraltar, its fiscal advantages

Extensive services Gibraltar’s financial institutions offer a comprehensive package of services including: • Commercial and retail banking (including mortgages for properties in Spain and Portugal)

for private and corporate investors, and the pool of financial expertise now available in and around its Finance Centre.

Gibraltar offers international investors an attractive package that includes a modern business infrastructure, backed by strong and effective regulation, as well as direct access to European Union funded financial services markets.

An added incentive is the quality of life that goes with living and working in a Mediterranean environment.

The financial services sector accounts for about 30 per cent of Gibraltar’s gross domestic product (GDP) with some 200 financial institutions now located on the Rock.

• Private banking • Portfolio management and investment services • Trust company management • Funds, including Experienced Investor Funds, and fund administration • General insurance • Captive insurance • Protected Cell Companies

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Multilingual staff are on hand to provide a comprehensive range of international financial services.

Banking The banking sector is flourishing, with Danish, Dutch, French and Swiss banks now offering their services alongside British banks. Gibraltar has seen an ever growing demand for banking services across the whole range.

Key advantages As an international finance centre, Gibraltar offers unique advantages thanks to its special status within the European Union: • Regulated to EU and international standards • Extensive financial expertise • Only EU centre exempt from VAT • No capital gains, wealth or inheritance tax • Good infrastructure and communications • English-based legal system • Direct access to EU financial services markets

Private banks, regulated to European Union standards, have brought to Gibraltar the same level of expertise as many longer established banking centres. Services are tailored to the needs of each client and packages of services are available to make investment through Gibraltar highly attractive.

Insurance and funds Insurance and funds have surged ahead in recent years to become the fastest growing sectors within the international financial centre. As indicators, the number of insurance companies licensed in Gibraltar rose from just 13 in 2000 to 57 at present; and 24 Experienced Investor Funds have been launched since new legislation enabling the creation of such funds was implemented in August 2005.

Finance centre The Government’s Finance Centre Department has the task of marketing and promoting Gibraltar’s financial services and also provides strategic planning assistance including: • International initiatives • Product development and marketing • Liaison with the private sector

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European flag of choice for

prudent shipowners

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HE GIBRALTAR Ship Register is the ideal choice for the prudent shipowner who wants the prestige and reassurance of belonging to a British Register, and flying the Red Ensign, without incurring high costs.

It is a reliable, top quality Register run by the Gibraltar Maritime Administration – one of the two divisions of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, the other being the Gibraltar Port Authority.

Most types of commercial vessel are represented on this Register, which has grown steadily in recent years and now contains over 245 ocean-going ships totalling some 1.5 million gross tons.

The average age of the fleet is just 10 years old. Among the latest vessels to be registered are brand-new chemical carriers and product tankers.

Gibraltar also has Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control ‘white list’ status.

This reflects a long-running campaign by maritime officials to focus the flag on quality tonnage and set high standards for quality, safety and environmental protection. It has helped towards improving their reputation and has made the Register more attractive to like-minded ship operators.

White list status means that, as a quality Register, Gibraltar-registered ships are less likely to be subjected to PSC inspections.

The Register also enjoys the support of Gibraltar’s first-rate legal and fiscal environment.

Red Ensign Gibraltar is a Red Ensign Group Category 1 Register.

It is the only EU Register in this Group, other than the UK. Vessels flying the Gibraltar Red Ensign are recognised as EU ships and have the same access to cabotage trade as other EU Member State vessels – a clear advantage for ships trading within Europe.

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Qualified surveyors The Gibraltar Maritime Administration employs a team of seven full-time surveyors and auditors who carry out regular Flag inspections to ships on the Register, normally every 30 months for cargo vessels and 12 months for passenger ships.

A vessel may be registered in Gibraltar provided the majority interest is owned by British citizens, British Dependent Territories citizens, British Overseas citizens or EU or EEA nationals or companies registered within the EU or EEA or companies registered in Gibraltar as a foreign maritime entity.

These ship visits help build a good relationship between the Maritime Administration and the owners and operators as it gives them the opportunity to offer support, help and advise in ways to run a better ship.

A bareboat chartered vessel may also be registered in Gibraltar provided she is chartered or operated by any of the categories of persons or companies listed.

Another key task for the surveyors is to inspect visiting ships under the PSC monitoring scheme, with a view to maintaining high standards in shipping throughout the industry.

If the vessel is managed by a company that does not have a place of business in Gibraltar, then a representative person must be appointed in Gibraltar.

The surveyors also carry out accident investigations into incidents with Gibraltar-registered vessels and to any vessel involved in an accident within Gibraltar’s territorial waters.

Pleasure yachts

Furthermore, safety surveys on local commercial craft and examination of crew qualifications are also carried out by them.

All in all, the Gibraltar Ship Register and its team of highly motivated staff have a lot to offer the ship owner and operator. Certainly, a European Flag of Choice.

Commercially operated yachts may also be registered with the Gibraltar Ship Register.

Alternatively, private pleasure vessels under 24 metres in length (whether or not used commercially) and those for non-commercial use over 24 metres may be registered with the Gibraltar Yacht Registry For further information or a copy of the brochure ‘Register of Ships Guidance’ please contact:

Nationals or companies registered within the EU or European Economic Area (EEA), or other companies incorporated in other countries, but registered in Gibraltar as a foreign maritime entity, can register their vessels in Gibraltar under ownership as well as on bareboat charter.

Gibraltar Maritime Administration Watergate House, 2/8 Casemates Square, Gibraltar Tel: +350 46862 / 47771 / 50424, Fax: +350 47770 Email: maritadmin@gibtelecom.net / shipregistry@gibtelecom.net / marinesurveyor@gibtelecom.net

Simple procedure Experienced Registry staff are on hand in Gibraltar to make the process of registering a vessel as straightforward as possible. There are four categories of registration: • Full • Bareboat • Provisional • Vessel Under Construction.

Many of Gibraltar’s legal firms specialise in maritime law and ship registration, offering expertise in matters ranging from finance and corporate structures to surveying and maritime legislation. Gibraltar’s legal system is based on English common law and broadly follows UK maritime legislation, so shipowners and mortgage lenders can have full confidence in contracts and the legal process.

Ownership In recent years, Gibraltar has extended the range of persons or companies allowed to register a vessel.

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Directory USEFUL ADDRESSES

AIRLINES

Gibraltar Port Authority

GB Airways Ltd

Port Office, North Mole, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77254 Fax: +350 51513 Email: gpaops@gibtelecom.net Chief Executive: Email: ceo.gpa@gibtelecom.net www.gibraltarport.com

Gibraltar Maritime Administration Watergate House, 2/8 Casemates Square, Gibraltar Tel: +350 46862 Fax: +350 47770 Emails: Maritime Administrator: maritadmin@gibtelecom.net Chief Surveyor: marinesurveyor@gibtelecom.net Registrar of Ships: shipregistry@gibtelecom.net www.gibmaritime.com

Yacht Register

Registry House 317 Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78343

Ministry for Trade, Industry, Employment & Communications Suite 771, Europort, Gibraltar Tel: +350 52052 Fax: +350 47677 Email: info@dtti.gov.gi

InvestGibraltar Office Department of Trade & Industry Suite 771, Europort, Gibraltar Tel: +350 52634 Fax: +350 52635 Email: info@investgibraltar.gov.gi

Finance Centre Government of Gibraltar

Suite 761, Europort, Gibraltar Tel: +350 50011 Fax: +350 51818 Email: info@financecentre.gov.gi www.gibraltar.gov.gi

Gibraltar Tourist Board Duke of Kent House, Cathedral Square, Gibraltar Tel: +350 45000 Fax: +350 74943 Email: tourism@gibraltar.gi www.gibraltar.gov.gi

Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce 2/6 Casemates Square, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78376 Fax: +350 78403 Email: info@gibraltarchamberofcommerce.com www.gibraltarchamberofcommerce.com

Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses

Air Terminal Building Winston Churchill Ave, Gibraltar Tel: +350 79300 Fax: +350 51562 www.gbairways.com

Iberia Airlines

Unit G10, ICC, 2A Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77666 Email: ibgibral@gibtelecom.net www.iberia.com

Monarch Airlines Ltd

Europort Building 7, PO Box 51 Gibraltar Tel: +350 70454 Fax: +350 46940 Email: enquiries@gibunco.com www.gibunco.com

Java Oil Ltd

Suite 743a Europort PO Box 393, Gibraltar Tel: +350 50345/6 Fax: +350 50283 Email: java@gibnet.gi

Peninsula Petroleum Ltd

Air Terminal Building, Winston Churchill Ave, Gibraltar Tel: +350 47477 Fax: +350 70154 www.flymonarch.com

BARGE OPERATORS

Shell Company of Gibraltar Ltd

MH Bland & Co Ltd

Cloister Building, 6/8 Market Lane PO Box 554, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77075 / 75009 Mob: +350 5828 2000 (24 hrs) Fax: +350 200 71608 Telex: GK 2211 MHBSHP Email: agency.gibraltar@mhbland.com www.mhbland.com

BOATYARD SERVICES Sheppard’s

Chandlery: Tel: +350 75148 / 77183 Fax: +350 42535 Email: admin@sheppard.gi Workshop: Tel: +350 76895 Fax: +350 71780 Email: yachtrep@gibnet.gi www.sheppard.gi

Shell House, Line Wall Road, PO Box 231 Gibraltar Tel: +350 48238 Fax: +350 48227 Email: harry.murphy@shell.com www.shell.gi

Vemaoil Company Ltd

BP Oil (Gibraltar) Ltd 9/9 ICC, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78313 Fax: +350 73229

AIR FREIGHT

Cepsa (Gibraltar) Ltd

2nd Floor, Europort Building 7, PO Box 51 Gibraltar Tel: +350 74743 Fax: +350 77270 Europort Building 7, PO Box 51 Gibraltar Tel: +350 46910 Fax: +350 46920 Email: bunkers@cepsagib.com

Bayside Road Winston Churchill Ave, Gibraltar Tel: +350 42332 Fax: +350 44581

CUSTOMS BROKERS Redwood (International) Ltd Units 1-3, Air Transit Shed, PO Box 638 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45588 Fax: +350 45589 Email: shipping@redwood.gi www.redwood.gi

FERRY OPERATORS FRS Maroc S.A.R.L.

c/o Turner & Co (Gib) Ltd, 67 Irish Town, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78305 Fax: +350 72006

FIRE-FIGHTING / SECURITY

MKL Consulting Engineers

Redwood (International) Ltd

CHARTS & PUBLICATIONS

c/o George F. Imossi & Co Ltd 34 Waterport PO Box 410, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77890/5 Fax: +350 44159

UPS

CARGO HANDLING

Aegean Bunkering (Gibraltar) Ltd

BP (Marine)

6 Crutchetts Ramp, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77176 Fax: +350 47128

Fire Security (Gibraltar) Ltd

BUNKER SUPPLIERS Suite 2, Block 4, Watergardens, Gibraltar Tel: +350 50246 (3 lines) Fax: +350 45421 Email: operations@aegeangib.gi

Offex Ltd

Suite 2, Commercial Unit No 30, Ragged Staff Wharf, Queensway Quay, Gibraltar Tel: +350 40984 (3 lines) Fax: +350 74240 Telex: 2335 VEMAOIL GK Email: vemaoil@gibnet.gi

Units 1-3, Air Transit Shed, PO Box 638 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45588 Fax: +350 45589 Email: shipping@redwood.gi www.redwood.gi

Bunkers (Gibraltar) Ltd

Units 1-3, Air Transit Shed, PO Box 638 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45588 Fax: +350 45589 Email: shipping@redwood.gi www.redwood.gi

Gibunco Group

Europort Building 7 Gibraltar Tel: +350 70454 Fax: +350 46940 Email: bunkers@peninsulapetroleum.com www. peninsulapetroleum.com

GFSB House, Irish Town PO Box 211, Gibraltar Tel: +350 47722 Fax: +350 47733 Email: gfsb@gfsb.gi

Redwood (International) Ltd

Please note that Gibraltar telephone numbers are due to change. From 1 December 2007, after the national code (+354), the figure 200 will be placed in front of all five-digit telephone and fax numbers. Mobile numbers remain unchanged.

Gibraltar Chart Agency Ltd 11A, Block 5, Watergardens Gibraltar Tel: +350 76293 Fax: +350 77293

COURIERS A1 International Couriers Tel: +350 73775 Fax: +350 74389

Anglo German Couriers Ltd Unit 54, Harbours Deck The New Harbour, Gibraltar Tel: +350 41713/41030 Fax: +350 41713

EG Logistics Ltd

Unit 4, Airport Transit Shed Winston Churchill Ave, Gibraltar Tel: +350 52120 Fax: +350 52101

MRW Worldwide Couriers Tel: +350 76216 Fax: +350 48697

Unit 58, Harbours Deck The New Harbours PO Box 278, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78423 Tel: +350 49636 (a.o.h.)

Fax: +350 77192 Email: protect@gibnet.gi

37/2 Irish Town, Gibraltar Tel: +350 73386 Fax: +350 70970

FREIGHT FORWARDERS A1 International Couriers Tel: +350 73775 Fax: +350 74389

MH Bland & Co Ltd

Cloister Building, 6/8 Market Lane, PO Box 554, Gibraltar Tel: +350 200 46152 Mob: +350 5800 8227 Fax: +350 200 71608 Telex: GK 2211 MHBSHP Email: bpizarro@mhbland.com www.mhbland.com

East Gate Express Services Ltd Unit 4, Airport Transit Shed, Gibraltar Tel: +350 52100 Fax: +350 52101

GibCargo Ltd

Unit 3, North Mole Industrial Park, PO Box 302 Gibraltar Tel: +350 70787 Fax: +350 70721 Email: tom@gibcargo.com

Inchcape Shipping Services (Gibraltar) Ltd

4th floor, Leon House 1 Secretary’s Lane PO Box 194 Gibraltar Tel: +350 72685 / 79294 Fax: +350 75959 Telex: (0405) 2222 iss gk Duty mob: +350 58626000 Email: iss.gibraltar@iss-shipping.com

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A. Mateos & Sons Ltd

299 Main Street PO Box 139 Gibraltar Tel: +350 71241 or +34 9567 71241 Fax: +350 73781 or +34 9567 73781 Email (agency): agency@mateos.gi Email (container operations): containers@mateos.gi

Overland Express Ltd 123 Main Street, PO Box 561 Gibraltar Tel: +350 40102 Fax: +350 40103

Redwood (International) Ltd Units 1-3, Air Transit Shed, PO Box 638 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45588 Fax: +350 45589 Email: shipping@redwood.gi www.redwood.gi

Transport Services Co Ltd 3/1 Irish Place, The New Harbours PO Box 76 Gibraltar Tel: +350 77845 Fax: +350 79936 Email: enquiries@tslogistics.gi www.tslogistics.gi

Trident Freight Services Ltd Suites 1 & 2, Block 1, Watergardens, Gibraltar Tel: +350 42140 Fax: +350 42139

LAWYERS Suite 5, 39 Irish Town PO Box 466 Gibraltar Tel: +350 72150 Fax: +350 74986

Burns House, 19 Town Range, Gibraltar Tel: +350 79423 / 73530 Fax: +350 71405 Email: tsn@tsnlaw.com www.tsnlaw.com

Budhrani & Co

Triay & Triay

Attias & Levy

Suite 1, 62 Main Street PO Box 82 Gibraltar Tel: +350 73521 Fax: +350 79895

Charles A. Gomez 5 Secretary’s Lane PO Box 659 Gibraltar Tel: +350 74998 Fax: +350 73074

Cruz & Co

Suite F2B, International House Bell Lane, PO Box 883 Gibraltar Tel: +350 76552 Fax: +350 76553

Denton Fox & Gibbons PO Box 246 Gibraltar Tel: +350 77750 Fax: +350 77800

E.C. Ellul & Co

Suite 7, Hadfield House, Library Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 70921 Fax: +350 74969

Turner & Co (Gibraltar) Ltd

Glaisyers

HOTELS

Hassans

67 Irish Town PO Box 109 Gibraltar Tel: +350 50828 Fax: +350 72006

Bristol Hotel

8/10 Cathedral Square, Gibraltar Tel: +350 76800 Fax: +350 77613 Email: reservations@bristolhotel.gi

The Caleta Hotel

Catalan Bay, Gibraltar Tel: +350 76501 Fax: +350 71050/42143 Email: reservations@caletahotel.gi www.caletahotel.com

The Cannon Hotel

9 Cannon Lane, Gibraltar Tel: +350 51711 Fax: +350 51789 Email: cannon@gibnet.gi www.cannonhotel.gi

The Continental Hotel

1 Engineer’s Lane, Gibraltar Tel: +350 76900 Fax: +350 41702 Email: contihotel@gibtelecom.net

The O’Callaghan Eliott Hotel

Governor’s Parade, Gibraltar Tel: +350 70500 Fax: +350 70243 Email: eliott@ocallaghanhotels.com www.ocallaghanhotels.com

Queen’s Hotel

1 Boyd Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 74000 Fax: +350 40030 Email: queenshotel@gibtelecom.net www.queenshotel.gi

The Rock Hotel

3 Europa Road, Gibraltar Tel: +350 73000 Fax: +350 73513 Email: rockhotel@gibtelecom.net www.rockhotelgibraltar.com

Triay Stagnetto Neish

3/1a Parliament Lane, PO Box 451 Gibraltar Tel: +350 76517 Fax: +350 76718 57/63 Line Wall Road, PO Box 199 Gibraltar Tel: +350 79000 Fax: +350 71966 Email: info@hassans.gi

HLB Perez Rodriguez

Gibro House, 4 Giro’s Passage, Gibraltar Tel: +350 76222 Fax: +350 71423

Isola & Isola

Portland House, Glacis Road, PO Box 204 Gibraltar Tel: +350 78363 Fax: +350 78990

28 Irish Town, PO Box 15 Gibraltar Tel: +350 72020 Fax: +350 72270 Email: triay@triay.com

LLOYD’S AGENT Smith Imossi & Co Ltd

47 Irish Town, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78644/5/6 Fax: +350 77838 Email: shipping@smith-imossi.gi www.smithimossi.com

MARINAS Marina Bay Gibraltar

Marina Bay, PO Box 80 Gibraltar Pier Office: Tel: +350 73300 Fax: +350 42656 Email: pieroffice@marinabay.gi www.marinabay.gi

Queensway Quay Marina

Phillips & Co

PO Box 181 Gibraltar Tel: +350 73900 Fax: +350 74072

S. Bullock & Co

244 Main Street, PO Box 625 Gibraltar Tel: +350 41380 Fax: +350 41827

The Gibraltar Financial Services Handbook The Gibraltar Maritime Services Handbook Yacht Scene Gibraltar PO Box 555 Gibraltar Tel: +350 79385 Fax: +350 79385 Email: gmsh@gibraltar.gi

REFUSE COLLECTION Manning Skip Hire Ltd

3/6 Turnbull’s Lane, Gibraltar Tel: +350 59836 Fax: +350 72271

Rent-a-Skip

65 Devil’s Tower Road, PO Box 412 Gibraltar Tel: +350 76683 Fax: +350 42848

Wastage Products Ltd

67 Harbours Deck, New Harbours, Rosia Road, Gibraltar Tel: +350 47171 Fax: +350 47170

John M. Piris & Sons Ltd Unit 61, Harbour Deck, The New Harbours, Gibraltar Tel: +350 73171

Suite 21B, Don House, 30-38 Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 73399 (24 hours) Fax: +350 51779 Email: operations@wastageproducts.com www.wastageproducts.com

MARINE ELECTRICALS

SHIPBROKERS

ElectroMed Ltd

Marine Service Shipping (Gibraltar) Ltd

Unit 6, Ragged Staff House, Queensway Quay Marina, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77077 Fax: +350 72051 Email: mail@electro-med.com www.electromed.com

Sandvik Marine Electronics Ltd

MEDICAL SERVICES

Suite 4, 10th floor, ICC, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77554 Fax: +350 75764

PUBLICATIONS

MARINE & CIVIL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS

Massias & Partners

Nunez & Co

Heritage House, 235 Main Street, PO Box 685 Gibraltar Tel: +350 40048 Fax: +350 40068 Email: brian.stevendale@hbc.gi www.oceanvillagegibraltar.com

Wyse Hire Ltd

Unit 2B, Ellesmere House, City Mill Lane, Gibraltar Tel: +350 79003 Fax: +350 46419 Email: sandvik@gibraltar.gi

117 Main Street, PO Box 213 Gibraltar Tel: +350 40888 Fax: +350 40999

Ocean Village Properties Ltd

PO Box 19 Gibraltar Tel: +350 44700 Fax: +350 44699 Email: qqmarina@gibraltar.gi

5 Cannon Lane, PO Box 85 Gibraltar Tel: +350 79918 Fax: +350 73315/74042

Marrache & Co

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT

College Clinic

Royal House, Queensway, PO Box 517 Gibraltar Tel: +350 77777 Fax: +350 72791

P&I CLUB CORRESPONDENTS A. Mateos & Sons Ltd

299 Main Street, PO Box 139 Gibraltar Tel: +350 71241 or +34 9567 71241 Fax: +350 73781 or +34 9567 73781 Email: agency@mateos.gi

Smith Imossi & Co Ltd

47 Irish Town, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78353 Fax: +350 77838 Email: shipping@smith-imossi.gi www.smithimossi.com

Suite 204, Neptune House, Marina Bay, PO Box 446 Gibraltar Tel: +350 73606 Fax: +350 76562 / 52086 Email: admin@marine-service.gi

SHIP CHANDLERS Abwar Holdings Ltd

Unit 8, New Harbours, Gibraltar Tel/fax: +350 48998

Euroship Supplies Ltd

Unit 7, North Mole Industrial Park, PO Box 83 Gibraltar Tel: +350 44101 Fax: +350 42411 Email: enquiries@euroshipsupplies.com www.euroshipsupplies.com

James Molinary Ltd

4 North Mole Industrial Estate, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78881 Fax: +350 75334 Email: jamesmol@gibraltar.gi

Provimar Gibraltar Ltd

Unit 6, North Mole Industrial Park, PO Box 779 Gibraltar Tel: +350 46265 Fax: +350 51657/44049

J&F Restano Ltd

34 Harbours Deck, New Harbours, Gibraltar Tel: +350 78354 Fax: +350 79862

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Wrist Europe (Gibraltar) Ltd Haven Court, 5 Library Ramp, PO Box 672 Gibraltar Tel: +350 78294 Email: gibraltar@wrist.com

Ships Bond Suppliers

22 Parliament Lane, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77328 Fax: +350 43458

Tarik Ship Agents & Bunkering Services Ltd Unit 3 Block 4, Watergardens PO Box 479 Gibraltar Tel: +350 72836 Fax: +350 72861

SHIPPING AGENTS Aegean Ship Agents Ltd Suite 2, 1st Floor, Watergardens 4, Gibraltar Tel: +350 50246 Fax: +350 45421

Barwil Unitor Ships Service

Suite 22, Block 6, Watergardens, PO Box 624 Gibraltar Tel: +350 70666 / 70541 (24 hrs) Fax: +350 70927 Email: barwil.gibraltar@wilhelmsen.com

Cotran (Gibraltar) Ltd 2B Garrison House, Gavino’s Court, Gibraltar Tel: +350 46801 Fax: +350 46110

MH Bland & Co Ltd

Maritima del Estrecho (Gib) Ltd Suite 13, Watergardens 2, Waterport, PO Box 439 Gibraltar Tel: +350 76697 (a.o.h. 50239) Fax: +350 42839

A. Mateos & Sons Ltd

299 Main Street, PO Box 139 Gibraltar Tel: +350 71241 or +34 9567 71241 Fax: +350 73781 or +34 9567 73781 Email (agency): agency@mateos.gi Email (container operations):c ontainers@materos.gi

Rock Maritime Services Ltd Suite 5, 2nd floor, Leon House, 1 Secretary’s Lane, PO Box 406 Gibraltar Tel: +350 79974 / 79976 Fax: +350 79975 Telex: (406) 2299 Email: rms@rms.gi www.rms.gi

Smith Imossi & Co Ltd

47 Irish Town, PO Box 185 Gibraltar Tel: +350 78644/5/6 Fax: +350 77838 Email: shipping@smith-imossi.gi www.smithimossi.com

Sorek Shipping (Gibraltar) Ltd Haven Court, 5 Library Ramp, PO Box 489 Gibraltar Tel: +350 71987 Fax: +350 40481 Email: sorek@gibnynex.gi Email: agency@sorekgib.com

Cloister Building, 6/8 Market Lane, PO Box 554, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77075 / 75009 Mob: +350 5828 2000 (24 hrs) Fax: +350 200 71608 Telex: GK 2211 MHBSHP Email: agency.gibraltar@mhbland.com www.mhbland.com

Tarik Ship Agents & Bunkering Services Ltd

Clifton Ship Agency

Unit G10, ICC, 2A Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77666 Fax: +350 76754

Suite 52, Victoria House 26 Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 76761 Fax: +350 73888

Gibunco Ship Agency

No 4 Jetty, North Mole, Gibraltar Tel: +350 71755 Fax: +350 47814 Telex: 2281 DIVER GK Email: agency@gibraltar.gibunco.com www.gibuncoshipagency.com

Global Agency Company

Suite 21b, Don House, 30-38 Main Street, PO Box 490 Gibraltar Tel: +350 51777 / 8 (24 hours) Fax: +350 51779 Mob: +350 54292000 Email: operations@gacgibraltar.com www.gacgibraltar.com

Inchcape Shipping Services (Gibraltar) Ltd

4th floor, Leon House, 1 Secretary’s Lane, PO Box 194 Gibraltar Tel: +350 46315 Fax: +350 46316 Email: iss.gibraltar@iss-shipping.com

Lucas Imossi Shipping Ltd 47 Irish Town, PO Box 167 Gibraltar Tel: +350 73500 Fax: +350 73550 Mob: enquiries@imossi.gib.gi

Unit 3 Block 4, Watergardens PO Box 479 Gibraltar Tel: +350 72836 Fax: +350 72861

Tourafrica International Ltd

Turner & Co (Gibraltar) Ltd 67 Irish Town, PO Box 109 Gibraltar Tel: +350 78305 Fax: +350 72006

SHIPREPAIR Cammell Laird (Gibraltar) Ltd Cammell Laird Shipyard, Main Wharf Road, The Dockyard, PO Box 858 Gibraltar Tel: +350 59400 Fax: +350 44404 Email: mail@lairds.gi

Gibunco Mechanical Ltd 2nd floor, Europort Building 7 PO Box 51 Gibraltar Tel: +350 70454 Fax: +350 46940

MH Bland & Co Ltd

Cloister Building, 6/8 Market Lane PO Box 554, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77075 / 75009 Mob: +350 5828 2000 (24 hrs) Fax: +350 200 71608 Telex: GK 2211 MHBSHP Email: agency.gibraltar@mhbland.com www.mhbland.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS Gibtelecom

Suite 942, Europort, Gibraltar Tel: +350 52200 Fax: +350 71673 Email: info@gibtele.com

Sapphire Networks

Suite 3.0.3. Eurotowers, PO Box 797 Gibraltar Tel: +350 47200 Fax: +350 47272 Email: info@sapphire.gi

TRANSPORT CONTRACTORS Redwood (International) Ltd Units 1-3, Air Transit Shed, PO Box 638 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45588 Fax: +350 45589 Email: shipping@redwood.gi www.redwood.gi

TRUCKING Transport Services Co Ltd 3/1 Irish Place, PO Box 76 Gibraltar Tel: +350 77845 Fax: +350 79936 Email: enquiries@tslogistics.gi www.tslogistics.gi

TUG OPERATORS Maritime (Gibraltar) Ltd No 4 Jetty, North Mole, PO Box 51 Gibraltar Tel: +350 42994 Fax: +350 47814

T.P. Towage Company Ltd

Berth 9, North Mole, PO Box 801 Gibraltar Tel: +350 41912 Fax: +350 43050 Email: tp.towage@gibtelecom.net

UNDERWATER CLEANING Scamp Ltd

Europort Building 7, PO Box 51, Gibraltar Tel: +350-79015 Fax: +350-79065 E-mail: info@scampnetwork.com www.scampnetwork.com

WAREHOUSING

Scamp Ltd

Redwood (International) Ltd

Scandinavian Offshore Services Ltd

YACHT AGENCIES

Europort Building 7, PO Box 51, Gibraltar Tel: +350-79015 Fax: +350-79065 E-mail: info@scampnetwork.com www.scampnetwork.com 8B The Square, Marina Bay Gibraltar Tel: +350 71435 (Jyske Bank)

Straits Overseas Ltd 65 Harbour Deck, New Harbours, Gibraltar Tel: +350 76452 Fax: +350 76452 Email: straits@gibnet.gi

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STEVEDORES

Units 1-3, Air Transit Shed, PO Box 638 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45588 Fax: +350 45589 Email: shipping@redwood.gi www.redwood.gi

Argenta & Magnum Management Co Ltd

207/8 Neptune House, Marina Bay, PO Box 268 Gibraltar Tel: +350 45460 Fax: +350 45450

Clintons Medtrust Group Ltd

Suites 2 & 3 (2nd floor), Gibraltar Heights, 215 Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 74100 Fax: +350 78081

Creggy, Stuart

12/1 Bell Lane, Gibraltar Tel: +350 42959 Fax: +350 72557

Europa Marine Consultants Ltd Suite 24, Watergardens 6, PO Box 629 Gibraltar Tel: +350 79013 Fax: +350 70101

Fiduciary Marine Services Ltd Portland House, Glacis Road, PO Box 475 Gibraltar Tel: +350 76651 Fax: +350 42599

Gibland Corporate Services Ltd 292A Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 44200 Fax: +350 42601

Marine Investments Ltd 50 Town Range, PO Box 472 Gibraltar Tel: +350 40000 Fax: +350 40404

Medmar Agencies Ltd

Super yacht specialists No 4 Jetty, North Mole, PO Box 1430 Gibraltar Contact: Adrian Lugnani Tel: +350 40620 Fax: +350 45102 Mob: +350 58135000 Email: medmar@gibraltar.gi

Sorek Shipping (Gibraltar) Ltd Haven Court, 5 Library Ramp PO Box 489 Gibraltar Tel: +350 71987 Fax: +350 72673 Email: sorek@gibnynex.gi

Valmet Corporate Services Ltd 50 Town Range, PO Box 472 Gibraltar Tel: +350 40000 Fax: +350 40404 Email: gibraltar@valmetgroup.com

WASTE Slop Oil Reception & Treatment Ltd

743a Europort Building, PO Box 393 Gibraltar Tel: +350 73905 Fax: +350 41218 Mob: +34 609500735 www.gibsort.com

Wastage Products Ltd

Suite 21B, Don House, 30-38 Main Street, Gibraltar Tel: +350 73399 (24 hours) Fax: +350 51779 Email: operations@wastageproducts.com www.wastageproducts.com

GIBRALTAR PORT AUTHORITY Port Office, North Mole, Gibraltar Tel: +350 77254 Fax: +350 51513 Email: gpaops@gibtelecom.net www.gibraltarport.com