the national association for the marine assistance industry

C-PORT's MISSION

C-PORT (Conference of Professional Operators for Response Towing) was founded in 1986 to meet the needs of the nascent Marine Assistance Industry. C-PORT is committed to representing this industry with all federal, state and local organizations while encouraging its growth and development through education. C-PORT is dedicated to establishing standards for professionalism and good business practices throughout its membership, including promulgating a code of ethics and set of minimum standards for marine assistance vessels and equipment.

Our members are dedicated to providing prompt, professional and timely assistance to all boaters and to actively partner and cooperate with local law enforcement and U.S. Coast Guard. They are professionals, dedicated to the growth and development of their respective businesses and committed to furthering the advancement of our waterways and the boating community.

WHAT'S NEW

Visit the C-PORT Conference Page (follow the link under the Membership Tab above) to see photographs and read about the informative presentations and networking events from the 25th Anniversary Conference held January 8-9, 2012 at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, FL.  Information regarding the 2013 Conference Coming Soon!