Welcome to the Connecticut Maritime Association

Where shipping business gets done!

The Connecticut Maritime Association is a non-profit organization which was built by its members, for its members, and as such is one of kind.

Unlike many similar organizations which are supported largely by corporate membership, the CMA’s voting membership is comprised only of individuals. From bunker brokers and tug-boat operators to lawyers and underwriters, to ship owners, brokers and managers, shippers and merchants of all kinds of cargo, each CMA member has an equal and separate vote.

The CMA was created to build a community of shipping people, and remains a conduit for the exchange of information and a source of camaraderie and fellowship that is unique and vital to the shipping community. In 2022, the CMA celebrates its 39^th anniversary. It prospers with over 1,500 members representing nearly 500 companies and organizations.

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The CMA Education Foundation

The CMA Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization dedicated to the maritime industry and its future leaders.

Mission: To foster future maritime professionals by promoting and supporting maritime-related education through financial assistance and program initiatives. Programs include Scholarships, Internship Stipends, Career Days, and the Business of Shipping Competition.

CMA Education Foundation

CMA SHIPPING EXPO & CONFERENCE

Connecting the North American shipping community worldwide

Our interactive Conference IS well known for its high profile thought-leaders and in-depth discussion points. This year our key topics will include State of the Industry, Decarbonization & Alternative Energy, Freight Markets, Digitalization, Finance, Salvage & Wreck Removal, Integrated Logistics and Finance.

CMA Shipping Expo and conference

From the Desk of the President…

Dear Members:

It certainly feels like Autumn is in full swing. A busy time of year, especially for travel, but a beautiful time of year in New England.

I am excited to announce that Brendan Collins has joined the Board of CMA as our new Vice President. Brendan brings a wealth of experience in Shipping, having spent nearly 20 years working for Moran Towing and d’Amico, and graduating with a B.S. in Marine Transportation from SUNY Maritime College. You have probably met him before at one of our events and he has been a great contributor to CMA for a long time. Welcome aboard, Brendan!

Two weeks ago, we had another relaxing happy hour at Murphy’s – there was a good crowd of around 40 people. I want to extend our appreciation to Jake Scott, Board Member at the CMA Education Foundation and Managing Partner of Clear Ocean Partners, for putting his card over the bar to keep the party going after CMA’s contribution hit the limit. Thank you, Jake!

Next Thursday, October 24^th we will hold another Membership Luncheon at The Water’s Edge at Giovanni’s. I hope you can join us because Paul Mazzarulli, Americas Representative for The Baltic Exchange, will give a presentation titled “The Baltic Exchange – how does a 280-year-old organization stay relevant in the modern shipping market?” I am looking forward to learning more from Paul and hope to see many of you on the 24^th.

We are also working on putting together a fun event for our Houston-based Members during the week November 4-8; stay tuned for more details on that!

Best wishes,

John

John Lindquist

President

Questions About CMA?
Meet Kim Edwards!

To enable the CMA to better serve our members, Kim will be responsible for all membership administration. So if you have any questions regarding your membership please feel free to contact Kim at the contact info below and she will be happy to help. TEL: +1 203-548-7444 FAX: +1 866-548-7720

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