Universal Maritime Service Corp

Maher Terminals is one of the world's largest independent multiuser container terminal operators. With one of its container terminal located in Port Elizabeth, N.J., the company manages cargo for a variety of clients. It serves the customers as per their individual requirements. Maher Terminals is one of the leading companies involved in the development of cargo documentation and management systems. The company uses modern equipment and offers a wide range of customer services. It provides automated multiuser marine terminal operations. Maher Terminals serves several clients, ranging from single trade lane operators to large global alliances. The company manages all kinds of ships at its terminals.

Established in 1919, Weeks Marine is one of the leading marine construction and dredging organizations. The company has more than five divisions that operate over 500 cranes, tugs, dredges, barges and waterborne equipment. The company s dredging services include beach nourishment, channel and berth deepening and maintenance and sediment removal from lakes and reservoirs. Weeks Marine s construction services provide marine-related constructions, including piers, jetties, pipelines, bridges, outfalls and offshore platforms, as well as demolition. The company offers waterborne lift services utilizing floating cranes and lifts. Additionally, it offers rapid stevedoring, marine transportation, towing and floating equipment rental services to its clients. Weeks Marine s corporate headquarters is located in Cranford, N.J., and has branches in Covington, La., Houston, Camden, N.J., and Aiea, Hawaii.

Ports America, a member of Ports America Group, which is one of the largest terminal and stevedore operators in North America and South America. The group has operations in more than 45 ports and over 95 terminals in the United States, Mexico and Chile. Ports America Group administers the SAFE PORTS Program. Its division, Amports, is one the largest vehicle processing businesses in North America. The group offers a range of grain, vehicle and general cargo handling services. Ports America Group is a part of Highstar Capital, which is an infrastructure fund and has been in operation for nearly 10 years.