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AI Based Maritime Marketplace

Verified Maritime Stakeholders , wherever your vessel calls

RISE connects maritime companies with relevant service providers, suppliers, surveyors, buyers, charterers, ship owners, managers, and other industry professionals worldwide — helping businesses find the right partners for their operational and commercial requirements.

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The right maritime connection, wherever you need it

RISE connects ship owners, managers, operators, service providers, suppliers, and maritime professionals across key ports and markets worldwide — helping you find the right expertise, services, and business opportunities wherever your operations take you.

RISE Provider Coverage
150+ ports across 80+ countries
Verified hubIME port network
How RISE Works

Built to Connect Maritime Businesses

Whether you need a service or provide one, RISE helps you find the right maritime connection — faster, simpler, and across the global maritime ecosystem.

For Ship Management

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Register Your RequirementTell us what you need — from inspections and surveys to technical, operational, commercial, and other maritime services.
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Get Connected with the Right PartnerRISE helps you discover relevant service providers and maritime professionals based on your requirement, location, and service needs.
3
Connect & EngageReview relevant profiles, connect directly, and take the conversation forward with the right service provider.

For Service Providers

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Create Your ProfileRegister your company or professional profile and showcase your expertise, services, locations, and areas of coverage
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Get DiscoveredMake your services visible to ship owners, ship managers, operators, and other maritime businesses looking for relevant expertise.
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Connect & GrowReceive relevant business opportunities, connect with potential clients, and expand your reach across the maritime industry.
Maritime Services • One Platform

One Platform. Three Core Maritime Solutions.

From vessel inspections to sale & purchase and ship repairs, RISE connects maritime businesses with trusted professionals, service providers, and commercial opportunities across the global maritime ecosystem.

01 — Audits & Inspections

Independent Expertise. Smarter Decisions.

Connect with qualified professionals for inspections, audits, surveys, and technical assessments that support vessel safety, compliance, and operational reliability.

  • Pre-Purchase Inspections
  • Condition Surveys
  • ISM / ISPS / MLC Audits
  • Cargo, Gear & Equipment Inspections
  • Flag State & Port State Support
  • And many more
Find the Right Partner
02 — Vessel Sale & Purchase

Buy Better. Sell Smarter.

Access the expertise and connections you need to navigate vessel sale and purchase with greater confidence — from due diligence and valuation to negotiations and transaction support.

  • Vessel Valuation & Market Analysis
  • Due Diligence & Documentation
  • Newbuilding Supervision
  • Ownership Transfer Support
  • Sale & Purchase Advisory
Explore S&P Opportunities
03 — Ship Repair & Spare Parts

Reliable Support. Wherever Your Vessel Calls.

Connect with trusted repair specialists, technical service providers, and spare-parts suppliers to keep your vessels operational, maintained, and moving.

  • Ship Repair & Maintenance
  • Dry Docking & Conversion
  • Genuine OEM Spare Parts
  • Technical Support & Consultancy
  • Global Repair & Supply Assistance
Find a Service Provider
Get Started With RISE

Connect. Match. Grow.

Getting the right maritime connection shouldn't be complicated. RISE makes it simple — register your requirement or services, and let our platform and team help connect you with the right maritime professionals and businesses.

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RegisterCreate your profile or submit your requirement in a few simple steps.
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MatchRISE identifies relevant professionals, providers, suppliers, and maritime businesses based on your needs.
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ConnectEngage directly with the right connection and take your requirement or opportunity forward.

What RISE is — and isn't

Browser-based registration for operators and providers
Verified surveyor network matched by IME's team
Direct booking, tracking, and payment through RISE
No mobile app to download
No self-serve search engine to browse alone

Why RISE

Global Network

Connect across ports, markets, and maritime businesses worldwide.

Faster Connectivity

Find relevant maritime connections without searching through multiple channels.

Verified Profiles

Connect with professionals and businesses with relevant credentials and expertise.

Business Facilitation

RISE helps bring the right demand and supply together — from requirements to opportunities.

No App Required

Access RISE through your browser, anytime, from any device.

Commercial Model

One Platform. Two Levels of Access.

RISE offers the same annual subscription for all registered maritime stakeholders, with enhanced access and priority benefits for paid subscribers.

RISE Annual Subscription

USD 250 / year

+ applicable GST

Applicable to both Ship Management Companies and Service Providers

Paid Subscriber

Priority Access. Greater Visibility. More Opportunities.

With an active annual subscription, you receive priority access to RISE opportunities and enhanced participation across the platform.

  • First Right of Refusal on relevant requirements
  • Priority access — opportunities are offered to paid subscribers first
  • Access to all relevant requirements posted on RISE
  • Submit quotations directly against applicable requirements
  • Post unlimited requirements on the RISE platform
  • Faster quotation opportunities through priority circulation of requirements
  • Greater visibility within the RISE network
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Unpaid / Free Access

Stay Connected. Discover Opportunities.

Registered users without an active paid subscription can still remain part of the RISE network and access the marketplace.

  • Access the RISE portal
  • View available requirements
  • Apply for relevant requirements
  • Explore participating maritime businesses and service opportunities
  • Receive opportunities subject to availability
Continue with Free Access

Success-Based Fee

For successfully facilitated requirements, a success-based fee of 10–20% + applicable GST may be charged on the total invoice value, depending on the nature and scope of the requirement.

The applicable success-based fee will be communicated and agreed upon for the respective requirement before fulfilment.

FAQ

Common questions about RISE

RISE is IME's marketplace connecting ship operators with independent, verified surveyors and inspectors for vetting, condition, class, cargo, and other maritime surveys — worldwide.

No. RISE has no app to install. Everything runs in your browser on desktop or mobile — register once and our team takes it from there. You can also scan the QR code on RISE materials to join the RISE WhatsApp community directly.

Registration is free for everyone. A USD 250/year + applicable GST subscription is available for priority access, unlimited requirement postings, and faster matching — the same subscription applies to both ship management companies and service providers.

For successfully facilitated requirements, a success-based fee of 10–20% + applicable GST may apply on the total invoice value, agreed with you before fulfilment. Subscription status affects visibility and priority, not this fee.

RISE is onboarding verified surveyors across major ports worldwide, with the strongest coverage growing in high-traffic dry bulk trade routes.

Still have questions? Get in touch with the team.

Ready to book — or get booked?

Register in two minutes. No app, no search tool to learn — just a form and a team on the other end.