Voyage Chartering Essentials Workshop
Grow your knowledge of chartering principles
Tuesday 3 February 2026, 13:00 - 17:00
This 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 half day workshop and includes one networking coffee break. You will need to be available to attend the full course to be eligible for your certificate of attendance.
Workshop overview
The workshop is designed to increase your proficiency in the following key areas:
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Major cargoes and trade routes
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Chartering terminology
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Shipping and market sector definitions
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Identifying key stakeholders in a chartering contract
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The Profit and Loss levers and rationale of breakbulk cargoes
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Shipbroker authority - advantages and limitations
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Calculating demurrage and despatch across sectors
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Bills of Lading: functions and correct usage; pitfalls and risks associated with incorrect usage
Target audience
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Cargo owners
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Freight forwarders
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Ship-brokers
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Carriers
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Insurers
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Agents
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Stevedoring companies and terminals
How to Book
This workshop is NOT included in your Breakbulk Middle East ticket price and will require an additional fee. However, Breakbulk Global Shipper Network members get a 50% discount. You can book your place on the workshop when you register for your ticket or edit your profile.
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Agenda
Registration & Networking
Introduction, Legal & Contractual, Commercial & Operations
Session 1: Introduction to Voyage Chartering
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Overview of & Key Players in voyage chartering
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Differences between voyage chartering and time chartering
Session 2: Legal Framework and Contractual Aspects
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Standard forms – CP & B/L (e.g., GENCON, CONLINE B/L, HEAVYLIFTVOY)
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Negotiating contract terms & dispute resolution
Session 3: Commercial and Operational Considerations
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Freight rates and market factors
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Laycan and cancelling dates
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Laytime and demurrage calculations
Networking Break
Risk Management & Financial, Case Study & Practical Applications
Session 4: Risk Management and Financial Aspects
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Identifying and mitigating risks in voyage chartering
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Insurance considerations (cargo, hull, P&I)
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Financial instruments and hedging in shipping
Session 5: Case Study and Practical Applications
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Real-world voyage chartering scenarios
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Group exercise: Negotiating a voyage charter
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Discussion of common pitfalls and best practices
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Q&A session and workshop wrap-up
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