From the field trip that I went to Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc., it expands my perspective in shipping. Mr. Jason E. Kelly, executive vice president, made me understand more clearly about the important of shipping agency toward international companies and global trade.
Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc. was founded by James F. Moran in 1937 as a Rhode Island based corporation operating in Providence. After he died in 1959, Edward Moran succeeded his brother in the ownership of the business. Managing a shipping agency is a complicated task, to achieve organizational goals and ensure that shipping operations are running smoothly, an effective management approach is necessary. In 1974, Black family acquired ownership and worked in all aspects of the business. During 80’s and 90’s, Moran continued their expansion across the US Gulf and continued the efforts of expanding its presence throughout North America. The Company now has 20 full service offices serving nearly 100 ports in North America.
Shipping agencies play a major role in the transportation of goods from one country to the other. Transporting essential commodities from the country of manufacture to various ports around the world, shipping agencies are an essential part of any country’s economy. Shipping agencies provide that will benefit the clients. For example, Moran offers major clients secure access to the Company’s data base enabling them to review historical documents and current information on all voyage accounts. Moreover, Moran agents have served on various committees and have been utilized as consultants for the Department of Homeland Security. As such, Moran offers clients advice and services in this area, as well.
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