International Maritime Organization (IMO)

The IMO are the global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping under the United Nations.

Currently, they have over 200 titles available in English, many of which are also translated into French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Russian. In response to the increasing demand these titles are available in both printed and electronic format.

Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA)

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency implements the government's maritime safety policy, SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), in the UK.

As well as enforcing the convention they offer a range of publications to help keep you safe at sea.

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

The International Telecommunication Union is the United Nations specialized agency responsible for information and communication technologies. They organise the allocation of the global radio spectrum and satellite orbits whilst bringing the benefits of modern communication technologies to people everywhere and efficient and affordable manner.

ITU offer over 4500 titles in printed form with a growing number also available on CD-ROM, DVD and online.

Witherby Seamanship

Witherby Seamanship are specialist publishers of marine training, reference and regulatory materials.

They bring a range of the finest books and publications to the shipping industry and are also the publishers of ISGOTT - International Oil Tanker and Terminal Safety Guide.

Publications are also available in digital format from Witherby Digital.

The Stationary Office (TSO)

TSO are the leading provider of publishing and information management solutions to the public sector. They are also one of the largest publishers by volume in the UK.

They bring you a range of nautical publications including log books and guides from the MCA.