Samer & Co. Shipping S.p.A. began its operations in 1919 in the port of Trieste, Italy. Over more than a century, it has developed into a comprehensive maritime service provider with a primary focus on port and shipping agency activities. The company manages a wide range of vessel types, including roll-on/roll-off ships, cruise liners, tankers, and project cargo vessels. Its core operations center on providing essential support for shipowners and operators during port calls, ensuring that all administrative and operational requirements are met efficiently.
As a port agent, the company handles the full spectrum of coordination with local authorities. This includes managing customs and immigration formalities, facilitating vessel clearance, and overseeing the preparation of all necessary maritime documentation. Beyond administrative tasks, the company provides extensive husbandry services. These encompass crew change logistics, such as transport and visa assistance, as well as coordinating medical care, bunker fuel deliveries, and the supply of provisions and technical stores.
The geographic reach of the organization extends across the Adriatic region and beyond. While headquartered in Trieste, Samer & Co. Shipping maintains a direct presence in other Italian ports such as Monfalcone, Porto Nogaro, Venice, and Ravenna. Its regional network also includes operations in Koper, Slovenia; Rijeka, Croatia; Durres, Albania; and Bar, Montenegro. Additionally, the company operates in Istanbul, Turkey, supporting the significant maritime corridors between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea.
To ensure high operational standards, the company maintains several international certifications, including ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental management, and ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety. It also holds Authorized Economic Operator status, which streamlines customs procedures. The organization remains a family-managed entity, prioritizing long-term relationships with international carriers and port stakeholders through its specialized knowledge of regional maritime regulations and infrastructure.