Glossary

ASIA

ASIA is an abbreviation that can stand for several different things in the maritime context. Here are a few possibilities:

  1. Association of Southeast Asian Nations: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional organization that promotes economic, political, and cultural cooperation among its member countries, which are located in Southeast Asia.

  2. American Shipbuilding Industries Association: The American Shipbuilding Industries Association (ASIA) is a trade association that represents the interests of shipbuilders and ship repair companies in the United States.

  3. Asia Shipowners Association: The Asia Shipowners Association (ASA) is a regional organization that represents the interests of shipowners and operators in Asia.

  4. Asia-Pacific Shipowners' Forum: The Asia-Pacific Shipowners' Forum (APSF) is a regional organization that promotes dialogue and cooperation among shipowners and operators in the Asia-Pacific region.

  5. Asia-Pacific Shipping Intelligence: Asia-Pacific Shipping Intelligence (ASIA) is a news and analysis service that provides information on shipping and maritime activities in the Asia-Pacific region.

  6. ASIA is a shortcut for 'Australian Shipowners Industrial Association'.

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