NATL SHIPPING AGENCIES INC Harbour Facility in San Francisco, California

NATL SHIPPING AGENCIES INC AS AGENTS FOR NATL SHIPPING OF AMERICA LLC is a harbour facility located at 433 California Street in San Francisco, California. The facility operates within the Port of San Francisco, a major West Coast hub for maritime trade. As a harbour, it supports shipping activities including cargo handling and vessel agency services. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks, including the EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for stormwater management. The NAICS codes 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation) and 483113 (Coastal and Great Lakes Freight Transportation) indicate involvement in both international and domestic shipping. Typical harbour operations involve cargo transfer, fueling, and waste reception, requiring compliance with MARPOL Annexes for oil, sewage, and garbage. San Francisco's harbour infrastructure plays a key role in regional trade and transportation. The facility's location in a densely populated urban area necessitates careful environmental management, particularly regarding stormwater runoff and air emissions. Its operational status contributes to the local economy and supply chain connectivity.

The facility is situated in San Francisco Bay, a sensitive coastal ecosystem. Harbour operations involve cargo handling and vessel traffic, which can impact water quality through stormwater runoff and potential oil spills. Regulatory compliance with the Clean Water Act and MARPOL Annex I (oil) and Annex V (garbage) is critical. The facility's proximity to urban areas requires robust environmental management practices to mitigate risks to marine life and public health.