Global Services 6 | 7 Global logic Hub Agency Many ship owners and operators want to work more efficiently with ship agents on a global or regional basis. <strong>GAC</strong>’s Global Hub Services (GHS) utilise the Group’s experience and expertise to control and reduce port call related expenses for our customers. Hub Agency Bunker Supplies Spares Management Information and IT Services <strong>GAC</strong> Solutions Spares Management For ship spares when and where they’re needed, there’s nothing quite like <strong>GAC</strong> Marine Logistics’ global ship spares supply chain management solution. This innovative supplier-to-vessel service ensures fast and dependable delivery of ship spares and marine parts worldwide to your entire fleet. <strong>GAC</strong> takes responsibility for the entire process, from source to final destination, providing you with complete peace of mind. It’s ideal both for a planned flow of components and emergency deliveries. GHS comprises the Global Disbursement Centre based in Dubai, supported by four regional Hub Agency Centres located in the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and Singapore. Key services include: • Port disbursement account (D/A) checking, negotiation and validation • Online access to live and archived Port D/A data, SOF and cargo details • Immediate statistical / KPI reporting • Centralised accounting / billing • Controlling bank transfer and currency exchange rate charges • Operational support from Hub Agency Centres • Documentation storage Information and IT Services Start your port calls at www.gac.com to locate the <strong>GAC</strong> contacts and port information you’ll need. The site also provides access to HotPortNews, our daily bulletin on conditions in ports worldwide. It’s a convenient way to stay up to date on everything from tariff changes and local exchange rates to storm alerts and sea crimes warnings. Once in port, follow disbursements and operational events through <strong>GAC</strong>’s web-based operations software. Saving you time and money GHS has been delivering Hub Agency services since the early 1990s, representing some of the world’s leading ship owners and operators. Bunker Supplies High-quality bunkers and lubricants to ISO standards, competitive prices, worldwide availability - <strong>GAC</strong> Bunker Fuels has all the ingredients for an effective global fuel management programme. We’re available 24/7 in major bunkering locations like Houston, Connecticut, London, Cairo, Dubai, Colombo, and Singapore and in dozens of other places - from the Black Sea to the Java Sea, and from the Gulf of Guinea to the Gulf of Mexico. Add one other ingredient: information. <strong>GAC</strong> keeps you updated on price trends, port restrictions and the availability of fuels and lubricants in ports worldwide. <strong>GAC</strong> Solutions Through a new business area, <strong>GAC</strong> Solutions, and in conjunction with first-class manufacturers in various fields, <strong>GAC</strong> is pioneering the introduction of innovative new products for the marine industry. Its portfolio ranges from maritime security sevices, to weather routing solutions which benefit ship owners and operators.