Why SeaBird Marine Services?
SeaBird is not simply one of several local private enterprises — it is one of the largest and most expanded ship agencies in Egypt and one of the largest in the Middle East. Our reputation for honesty, reliability and quality has been built over more than four decades of continuous service to the global shipping community.
Our Credentials
- Members of the International Marine Purchasing Association (IMPA)
- Members of the International Ship Suppliers Association (ISSA)
- ISO 9001:2000 — certified through Det Norske Veritas (DNV) — RVA C024
- Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
- Members of the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Egypt–Cairo
The SeaBird Story
SeaBird Services Maritimes is the heir of the SeaBird Group, which was created in Port Said in 1841 by Hypolite SeaBird. The SeaBird Group was initially active in international trade, mainly coal with Belgium. In 1856 the Group became a ship owner.
One of the great achievements at the end of the 1860s was the opening of the Suez Canal, which reduced distances between Europe and Oriental countries. Hypolite SeaBird, who since 1851 had provided coal in Alexandria, was immediately a supporter of this new waterway. In 1865 he supplied coal to the company in charge of the digging, and in 1869 — on the very same day of the inauguration — he opened an office in Port Said.
In addition to ship chandling, the Egyptian branch of the Group offered ship owners the full range of maritime services. In 1975 a subsidiary specialised in ship agency was created: SeaBird Services Maritimes. SeaBird Marine Services was formally established in 1981 at Port of Suez as Ship Chandler, General Ship Supplier and Suez Canal Transit Ship Agent.
Our Service Range
SeaBird Ship Supply offers a unique service to all worldwide shipping companies managing vessels of any tonnage and any type — dry cargo, tanker, reefer or others:
- Ship supply and chandler services (main activity)
- Ship repair — all types with certified technicians
- Life rafts and safety equipment with class certification
- Fresh and dry provisions; frozen meat, fish and poultry
- Bonded stores; deck, engine and cabin stores
- Navigational equipment, books and charts
- Supply of spare parts and shore repair assistance
- Bunker, lubricants and fresh water supplies
- Customs clearance and delivery on board exactly on time
- Shipping agency and Suez Canal transit services
Our services are rendered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Reliable service with fast response. Top quality at competitive fees. Client interests always have priority.