Voyage Calculations When a vessel seeks employment, she may have several different employment options available. In order to select the best option available, one needs to calculate revenue that the…

Detailed knowledge of voyage estimates including cargo calculations Estimated travel The purpose of voyage estimation is for two reasons as discussed below. This exercise is to estimate both revenue and…

Interaction Finding new business is a critical aspect of any breakbulk carrier’s business. The carrier engages a marketing team to identify all potential customers and their chosen loading ports and…

Effective Communication Effective communication is paramount for the successful transportation of cargo. Communication is also necessary as per the terms of the contract and the INCOTERMS that apply. The seller…

Customer Interaction IntroductionThe cargo and its shipper are the main influences of all activities in a maritime business. It is cargo that keeps ships at sea, pays the wages of…

Port Captains and Pilots Port CaptainsA Port Captain is an experienced ex-ship Captain or Chief Officer, who is appointed by the ship operator at various significant seaports. He is the…

The Ocean Carrier, the Captain, and the Crew CarrierOnce cargo has been turned over to the ship, it is the responsibility of the captain and his crew to safely transport…

Cargo Interests When the term "cargo interests" is used, it refers to the owners of the cargo. The owners of the cargo are the ultimate customers of the service providers…

The single most important stakeholder is the Charterer and the relationship with him is very critical, more than money, ship's credibility is also involved. It is the best thing to…

Responsibilities The Master is responsible for his Ship. The Pilot is on board in an advisory capacity, and acts as his advisor. The Master will normally accept the decisions of…

Exchange of information After a pilot boards the ship, he has a discussion with the Master, about the intended plan for the vessel maneuvering into or out of the port,…

Master — Pilot relationship Despite the duties and obligations of a pilot, his presence on board does not relieve the master or officer in charge of the watch from their…