Which Yemen ports require UNVIM clearance?

Vessels calling at Hodeidah and Saleef must secure clearance via UNVIM in Djibouti prior to arrival. UGSA manages the full documentation and coordination process.

What is the security level at Aden and Mukalla?

Ports in Aden and Mukalla operate normally under established security protocols. UGSA provides shipowners with real-time security updates and port conditions.

Can UGSA handle crew changes in Yemen?

Yes, UGSA facilitates seamless crew changes, visa processing, and medical support at all major Yemen ports including Aden and Mukalla.

Trusted Shipping Agent in Yemen | 25+ Years Experience in Vessel Agency Services

United Global Shipping Agency (UGSA): Your Trusted Shipping Agent in Yemen.

Reliability in Every Port. With over 25 years of local maritime expertise, UGSA is the leading shipping agency in Yemen for international ship owners and charterers. Choosing the right shipping agent in Aden is critical for navigating the complexities of Yemeni maritime logistics. United Global Shipping Agency (UGSA) stands out as a premier choice, offering a seamless bridge between global ship owners and local port operations. Backed by an active, physical presence in the Port of Aden and direct channels to the Ministry of Transport and Coalition authorities, UGSA delivers frictionless port turnarounds. We represent all global container lines, tanker owners, and bulk charterers with a proven record of zero agent-related delays. We provide 24/7 attendance at all Yemeni gateways, ensuring seamless ship agency, UNVIM clearance, crew changes and vessel husbanding.

Last Updated: 04 June 2026

Global Standards, Local Expertise

Operating a shipping agency in Yemen requires more than just paperwork. It requires a partner who understands the local security landscape and the technical requirements of the ISPS Code.

Compliance: Full adherence to international maritime laws and local Port Authority regulations.

Direct Access: Strategic relationships with the Yemen Gulf of Aden Port Corporation and Red Sea Ports Corporation.

Financial Stability: Transparent PDA/FDA accounting and competitive port tariffs.

UNVIM Clearance & Yemen Port Entry Coordination

UGSA provides comprehensive support for vessels calling at Yemeni ports under the United Nations Verification and Inspection Mechanism for Yemen (UNVIM). Our operations team assists shipowners, charterers, managers, operators and cargo interests throughout the clearance process from Djibouti inspection to final cargo discharge at Yemeni ports.

With extensive experience handling vessels destined for Hodeidah, Saleef and Ras Isa, UGSA ensures smooth coordination between vessel operators, UNVIM authorities, Djibouti port officials and Yemeni port stakeholders.

Our UNVIM Coordination Services

UNVIM inspection scheduling and vessel readiness coordination
Djibouti berth arrangements and agency support
Certificate of Clearance monitoring and compliance assistance
Entry permission coordination for Hodeidah, Saleef and Ras Isa
Port clearance documentation management
Voyage reporting and regulatory communication
AIS compliance monitoring throughout the voyage
Cargo discharge completion notifications
Sailing permission coordination after cargo operations
Continuous liaison with UNVIM and port authorities

Typical UNVIM Clearance Process

Vessel arrives Djibouti for UNVIM inspection.
Inspection completed and vessel proceeds to Djibouti anchorage.
Certificate of Clearance issued by UNVIM.
Entry permission granted for Hodeidah, Saleef or Ras Isa.
Vessel sails directly to the designated Yemeni port.
Cargo discharge operations are completed.
UNVIM is notified upon completion of discharge.
Sailing permission is granted before departure from Yemen.

Experienced Yemen Shipping Agency Services

UGSA supports bulk carriers, general cargo vessels, project cargo shipments, breakbulk cargo, humanitarian cargo and containerized shipments calling at Yemen's major commercial ports.

Our team provides vessel agency services, port clearance, customs coordination, cargo documentation, husbandry services and operational support for ships trading to Yemen.

Why UGSA is the Top Shipping Agency in Yemen?

We are one of the oldest and leading shipping agencies in Yemen, offering high-quality services that are not only reliable but also highly competitive. We believe that being the largest shipping agency is not what truly matters—what matters is being a trusted partner.

A professional ship agent must ensure smooth vessel operations from arrival to departure, minimizing delays and preventing unnecessary costs. At UGSA, we take pride in being that dependable partner, delivering efficient, transparent, and cost-effective solutions to every client we serve.

Operating in Yemen requires deep regulatory expertise across north and south regions. Operators choose UGSA for its unique combination of local expertise and global standards—ensuring faster turnaround, transparent communication, and proactive problem-solving, supported by a proven track record.UGSA delivers seamless 24/7 vessel attendance at every operational gateway.

✔ 25+ Years Shipping Experience in Yemen

✔ Full Coverage of All Yemen Ports

✔ Experts in Bulk, Breakbulk & Containers

✔ Fast Vessel Turnaround

✔ Trusted by Global Ship Owners

Our Core Expertise

Shipping Agency Services: Full port agency, owner's representation (ORP), Protecting agent, vessel berthing coordination, UNVIM clearance for Red Sea ports, and 24/7 port authority liaison.

Vessel Husbandry: Crew changes, bunkering, provisions

Marine Surveys: P&I, draught, bunker inspections

Customs & Logistics: Clearance, inland transport, project cargo

Co-Founders

Mr. Khaled Al Karmadi

Group Chairman & CEO

Dr. Khaldon Al Karmadi, PhD, MIMAREST, CMILT

Group Managing Director

Mr. Mohammed Bahakeem

Managing Director - KSA

Mr. Woody Wu

Managing Director - China

Our Services

Shipping Agency

United Global Shipping Agencies (UGSA) is one of the leading shipping agency in Aden, Yemen. We offer a seamless and consistent service through all its countries of operation across the world. We offer complete agency attendance of the following:

Liner, tramp, Tanker and all other related services
Tallying and supervision
Crew change
Arrangements for supply of bunkers and Provisions at berth or anchorage
Clearance and delivery of spares
Dry dock arrangment at Chinese ports,
Arranging repairs to Ship's equipments/machinery
Surveys
Freight collection
Claim handling etc.

Marine Surveys

UGSA is dedicated to offer the highest quality professional services, covering, but not limited to the following aspects:

P&I Surveys
Draught Surveys
Ullage Surveys
On/Off Hire Bunker Condition Surveys
Hatches Sealing & Unsealing
Container Inspections
Tally Services
Ships Pre-purchase inspections
Pre-Shipment Surveys
Commodity Damage Surveys, concerning causes, nature and extent of damages

Project Logistics

In the world of fast moving events putting together logistics solutions for complete projects is one of the biggest challenges to face logistics companies. As hardly any project is same or similar it requires a great deal of flexibility, technical know-how, personal engagement around the clock and tenacity dealing with the vast number of entities involved in large-scale projects. We are specialized to provide highly professional project logistics services for the mobilization and shipping of project cargos by meeting the requisite HSC standard of service and competitive pricing. We adhere to the highest possible transportation and lifting standards while moving or lifting heavy, oversized or otherwise sensitive and valuable cargo.

Projects Logistics & Heavy Lifts
Break bulk and Ro Ro shipments
Barge and Tug Shipments
Heavy haul land transport
Route survey
Cargo Insurance

Marketing & Freight Forwarding

Our professional sales team is in regular touch with the importers and exporters globally, apart from its connection with International Freight Forwarders to canvass cargoes for our esteemed Principals, thus keeping a track on cargo movements, market situation, competition etc and appraising the Principals on such vital information for their planning.
Ocean Freight
Land Transportation

Clearing & Forwarding

Provides clearing and forwarding services including customs clearance, inland Haulage/door-to-door delivery of all types of cargoes (general cargo, dry containers, Reefer unit, vehicles, RO-RO, heavy lift awkward pieces etc) at competitive rates ensuring prompt and safe delivery.We shall extend our services to

Import Duty & tax assessment
Temporary Import & Export procedures
Permanent Import&Export procedures
All Types of Customs declarations (Export/ Import/ Transfer/ Free zone/ Temporary and Transit)
Multimodal &Transit formalities (Ship-Shore-Ship / Sea-Air / Sea-Land / Air- Land – Sea/Air)

Transportation

We offer most cost-effective land transport solutions, that ensure maximum efficiency for our clients to deliver their cargo.Door-to-door transport services by road shall be provided from any point to anywhere with-in Yemen. We offer most efficient , flexible and tailor made road services to meet the customer needs. Land Transport division shall offer services for container transportation, Break bulk shipments, heavy equipment movements etc.

Warehouse & 3PL

UGSA is the leading partner of choice where customers can enjoy secure, reliable, accessible and well-managed distribution centers that are synchronized with their supply chain operations. We offer value-added logistics solutions encompassing warehousing and distribution as well as a wide range of other related services including labeling, packing and unpacking cargo directly from containers and distribution of packed goods. At UGSA, we not only help to manage your inventory, but also help to reduce your inventory costs. We provide best-in-class warehousing, distribution supply chain services to clients.

Storage and Logistics Solutions
Supply Chain and Distribution Management
Customs clearence
Inventory Management
Cross Stuffing Services
Labeling and Palletizing
Packing and unpacking

Off Shore Services

We are providing all off-shore services as the following:

Supply of ship's spares & provisions
Bunkering
Fresh water supply
Repairs
Underwater diving (hull inspection & survey)
Crew changes for all type of dry bulk carriers, containers, project ships, tanker crude oil, chemical and tug boats.

Events

First Container Ship From China To Aden Under UGSA | Feb - 2024

First Container Ship TB ANPING From China To Aden Under UGSA

Break Bulk Event Dubai | Feb - 2019

UGSA 2nd Conference China | March - 2017

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United Global Shipping Agency (UGSA) is a proud member of PortLeads Ltd, a leading maritime technology and port agency platform connecting ship owners, operators, charterers and port service providers globally. Through this partnership, UGSA combines strong local expertise in Yemen with innovative digital solutions that enhance transparency, efficiency and communication throughout the port call process.

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