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GPS International offers comprehensive oil and gas logistics services including:

• Marine Logistics: Vessels agency, stevedoring, and offshore support
• Heavy Transport: Specialized transport for oversized equipment
• Supply Base Management: Full management of logistics hubs
• Customs & Freight: International freight forwarding and customs clearance
• Project Management: End-to-end project logistics management
• Engineering Support: Technical and engineering services

GPS International operates from strategic locations:

• Tunisia Headquarters: Zarzis Supply Base - Our main operational hub
• Libya: WGPS Libya in Tripoli
• Iraq: GPS Iraq in Erbil
• Regional Coverage: North Africa, Mediterranean, and Middle East

Our Zarzis base is strategically positioned as the gateway to North African oil and gas operations with direct access to Mediterranean offshore fields.

Yes, we specialize in oversized and heavy equipment transport with proven capabilities:

• Transport of equipment up to 165 tons
• Desert route planning and development
• Permit acquisition and regulatory compliance
• Risk management and safety coordination
• Route obstacle management (successfully handled 358 obstacles in one project)
• Construction of new desert roads when necessary

Our most notable project was transporting Rig Galileo III over 450km through challenging Algerian desert terrain.

We have extensive experience in supply base management:

• TOTAL E&P Libya: Managing Zarzis Supply Base since June 2008
• Mabrouk Oil Operations: Managed Tripoli Marine Base (June 2009 - March 2012)
• Dedicated on-site management teams
• Advanced inventory management systems
• Mobile equipment fleet management
• Offshore containers and rigging loft operations
• Third-party contractor coordination

Our teams provide full base management services including operations, maintenance, and personnel management.

Safety is our top priority. We adhere to:

• International oil and gas industry safety standards
• ISO safety management protocols
• Regular safety audits and inspections
• Comprehensive risk assessments for all operations
• Continuous safety training for all personnel
• Emergency response planning and drills
• Environmental protection standards

We maintain a zero-accident culture and invest heavily in safety equipment, training, and procedures.

Our customs clearance services include:

• Expert knowledge of import/export regulations
• Documentation preparation and submission
• Duty and tax calculation
• Customs bond and guarantee arrangements
• Harmonized System (HS) code classification
• Clearance for temporary imports
• Expedited clearance for critical shipments

We have established relationships with customs authorities in all regions we operate, ensuring smooth and efficient clearance processes.

Our vessels agency services include:

• Port call arrangements and coordination
• Crew changes and shore passes
• Bunkering and provisions arrangements
• Customs and immigration clearance for vessels
• Port authority liaison
• Stevedoring supervision
• Waste management and environmental compliance
• Emergency response coordination

We provide 24/7 vessel support services from our strategically located bases.

We maintain rapid response capabilities:

• 24/7 Operations Center: Always staffed for immediate response
• Emergency Response: Within 2 hours for critical situations
• Equipment Mobilization: Within 24 hours for standard emergencies
• Personnel Deployment: Within 48 hours to any operational location
• Vessel Support: Within 4 hours for vessel-related emergencies

Our emergency response plans are regularly tested and updated. We maintain strategic equipment stockpiles for rapid deployment.

Yes, we provide comprehensive engineering support:

• Engineering design and documentation
• Technical specifications development
• Quality control and assurance
• Safety coordination and risk assessment
• Project management support
• Logistics planning and optimization
• Regulatory compliance assistance
• Technical training and supervision

Our engineering team has extensive experience with major offshore pipeline projects and complex oil and gas operations.

Starting a partnership with GPS International is straightforward:

1. Initial Consultation: Contact us to discuss your specific needs
2. Needs Assessment: We analyze your logistics requirements
3. Proposal Development: We create a customized solution
4. Presentation: We present our proposal and capabilities
5. Contract Finalization: We finalize terms and agreements
6. Team Deployment: We assign a dedicated project team
7. Implementation: We begin operations with regular progress updates

Contact our business development team to schedule an introductory meeting.