Pelican International Services

Based in Beirut, Lebanon, Pelican International Services operates as a long-standing maritime agency and logistics provider, deeply integrated into the commercial shipping infrastructure of the Eastern Mediterranean. Established in 1977, the company has spent decades navigating the region’s complex trade environment, evolving from a traditional shipping agent into a multifaceted organization that supports vessel owners, charterers, and traders. Its history is closely tied to the maritime development of Lebanon, where it has played a consistent role in facilitating the flow of goods through periods of both reconstruction and economic expansion. The core of the company’s identity lies in its function as a shipping and liner agent. Serving as the primary liaison between visiting vessels and local authorities, the firm manages the intricate operational details required for port calls across all Lebanese terminals. This includes coordinating with harbor masters, arranging pilotage, and handling customs and immigration formalities for crew members. The agency division services a diverse range of maritime traffic, from conventional cargo ships and bulk carriers to tankers and container vessels. Beyond administrative duties, the organization acts as a tramp agent, focusing on minimizing port stay times and optimizing costs for non-liner vessels requiring ad hoc support. A significant component of the company’s operational portfolio is its expertise in project cargo and heavy-lift logistics. Over the years, the firm has developed specialized capabilities in handling industrial commodities essential for infrastructure, such as ductile iron pipes, steel products, and wood pulp. This logistical proficiency extends to international freight forwarding, where the company orchestrates complex shipments connecting the Levantine coast with markets in the United Kingdom, Northern Europe, and the Baltic region. Distinguishing its service offering further is its specialized role in the West African trade lane. For more than two decades, the company has functioned as an authorized agent for the issuance of Electronic Cargo Tracking Notes (ECTN). This regulatory function allows the firm to validate and certify cargoes destined for various West African nations, ensuring compliance with destination import requirements and streamlining the documentation process for exporters. Additionally, the company supports vessel sustainability through ship chandling services, supplying provisions, fresh water, and bunkering to ships at anchor or berth, thereby acting as a comprehensive maritime support hub in the region.