Founded in 1976, Signet Maritime Corporation is an ISO 9001-certified company that offers a range of break bulk shipping, ocean towing and sea travel services. It operates deep ocean drilling support, ocean heavy-lift cargo barges, harbor tug boat operations, and break bulk and project cargo shipping segments. The company also specializes in marine transportation, ship management and vessel design services. Its clients include GATX Corporation, Gulf Oil Corporation, Chevron Corporation, Mobil Corporation and Military Sealift Command. In addition, Signet Maritime Corporation provides oil and gas drilling and production services. The company employs a staff of tug captains, marine engineers and seamen. Signet Maritime Corporation maintains a location in Houston