Based in the strategically located archipelago of Malta, Seatrans Shipping Ltd operates as a dedicated maritime service provider and port agent. The company was established in 1986 by Trevor Sullivan, emerging from a family lineage with a long-standing history in the region’s shipping and logistics sectors. Over the decades, the firm has developed its infrastructure to serve as a comprehensive liaison between international ship owners and the port authorities of the Central Mediterranean.
The company’s primary operational focus is its shipping agency division, which handles the logistical and administrative requirements of vessels calling at Maltese ports or anchoring in its territorial waters. Leveraging Malta’s geographic position on the main shipping route between Gibraltar and the Suez Canal, Seatrans Shipping Ltd facilitates transit and operations for a diverse array of vessel types. The agency regularly services crude oil tankers, dry bulk carriers, and container ships, as well as specialized tonnage such as Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessels and cruise liners.
Beyond standard port agency duties, the organization is heavily involved in vessel husbandry and support services. This includes the coordination of crew changes, medical assistance, and the procurement of ship stores and provisions. The company also manages technical requirements, such as arranging for hull cleaning, underwater inspections, and the clearance and delivery of marine spares. A significant component of their portfolio involves protective agency services, where they act specifically to safeguard the interests of ship owners or charterers during complex port calls or disputes.
Seatrans Shipping Ltd also plays an active role in the offshore sector, particularly in the management of Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfer operations. These activities require strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations, for which the company provides necessary oversight and logistical support off the coast of Malta. Additionally, the firm integrates sea transport with land-based solutions through its freight forwarding and warehousing divisions. By offering transhipment services and customs clearance, the company connects maritime cargo flows with continental supply chains. Through this multi-faceted approach, Seatrans Shipping Ltd functions as a central logistical node, supporting the continuous movement of commercial tonnage through one of Europe’s busiest maritime corridors.
