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Happy 19th Birthday to us! We are celebrating nearly two decades of helping clients to complete more efficient and more sustainable port calls. Our mission is to provide exceptional global agency solutions, driving success and delivering unmatched value across the maritime industry and we will keep doing so. The time has flown, and we couldn’t be more excited about what the future holds.

As we celebrate our 19th anniversary, it’s gives us a moment to reflect on our journey. Back in 2004, the world was just beginning to grapple with the power of digitalisation. Whilst many in the industry have come a long way, some still have far to go. We recognised the potential of this emerging technology and seized the opportunity to harness it in optimising port calls. Looking ahead, we will remain dedicated to advancing innovation and adapting to the evolving needs of our clients and the industry. We hope to continue driving progress and creating a more efficient and sustainable maritime landscape. 

Having an online platform that hosts all the data in one accessible location has proven to be a game changer. The move from whiteboards to software facilitated access to real-time information for both onshore and offshore teams, streamlining port call administration. Faster processes not only save time but more importantly, ensures no information gets lost in communications. Alleviating the crew from administrative tasks is just the tip of the iceberg; our software provides a substantial increase in our client’s profit margins, and a reduction in idle time spent in port (averaging 3 hours per operator per day). 

As the world races against the clock to achieve net-zero emissions, sustainability has quickly risen to the top of everyone’s agenda. Fine-tuning every aspect of a vessel’s operations, no matter how seemingly small an efficiency, has become a critical step in this journey. We are an organisation committed to supporting the shipping industry’s drive towards sustainability and taking an active part in this journey. Alongside our clients and partners, we will contribute positively to the maritime industry’s sustainable future. Through digitalisation, we’ve assisted our clients in reducing emissions during their port calls, contributing to a greener maritime industry.  

We’ve experienced huge growth, supporting clients on more than 85,000 port calls last year in over 360 locations. Over the years, we developed close relationships with our clients, helping us provide them with a tailored software solution to meet their needs.  

Amidst celebrating 19 years of success, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible S5 team worldwide. Your dedication, innovation, and unwavering commitment have propelled us forward. From shaping innovative solutions to overcoming challenges, your efforts have driven efficiency and sustainability in the maritime industry. Cheers to your tireless dedication, defining our past, present, and the limitless possibilities ahead. Thank you for being the true force behind S5’s journey.

Thank you to all our clients, partners, and team members who have been a part of this incredible journey.  Here’s to our past, present, and the endless possibilities of our future, all made possible by your exceptional contributions. And now, let’s cut the cake and raise a toast to a brilliant 19 years.