Chartering Workshop

Take your chartering skills to the next level

Monday, September 21, 09:00 - 16:30

In partnership with

This full-day workshop, presented in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, is an intermediate level course that provides a deeper understanding of chartering principles and applications. It is suitable for full-time chartering professionals as well as those who work with chartering contracts.

This is a full-day workshop and includes two networking coffee breaks and lunch. You will need to be available to attend for the whole duration to be eligible to collect your certification at the end.

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Why take part?

Delivered in partnership with ICS

Delivered in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) – the global authority in maritime professional education – ensuring industry-recognised expertise and best practice throughout.

Build a solid, practical understanding of chartering

Build a solid, practical understanding of chartering – from trade flows and negotiations to laytime, contracts, and risk – so you can make informed decisions in complex shipping environments.

Turn your visit into real value

Maximize your time at Breakbulk Americas and come away with more than just industry connections.

Workshop overview

Major cargoes and trade routes

Chartering terminology

Shipping and market sector definitions

Identifying key stakeholders in a chartering contract

The Profit and Loss levers and rationale of breakbulk cargoes

Shipbroker authority - advantages and limitations

Calculating demurrage and despatch across sectors

Bills of Lading: functions and correct usage; pitfalls and risks associated with incorrect usage

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?

✓ Full-day workshop

✓ Lunch provided

✓ Two networking coffee breaks

✓ Certificate of attendance once the course is completed

CHARTERING WORKSHOP

$399

Standard workshop ticket

$199

Shippers receive 50% off

How to book

Workshop tickets are not included in your Breakbulk Americas ticket and will require an additional fee.

Breakbulk Global Shipper members receive a 50% discount.

For any queries or difficulties with booking, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at [email protected] who will be happy to assist you.

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