Born out of an under representation of the sector at national government and international regulatory level, the Association of Bulk Terminal Operators (ABTO) provides a voice for bulk terminal operators at national and international levels. ABTO provides forum for its members - bulk terminal operators and equipment/service suppliers - to discuss the issues impacting seaborne trade and the global transportation of bulk commodities. ABTO encourages the free and frank exchange of opinion to enable the bulk sector to present a united front in all discussions with governments, shippers, shipowners and operators in order to promote and protect member interests. For further information, please visit www.bulkterminals.org