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We do the following as shipping agents arround the world.
- ensuring a berth for the incoming ship
- arranging for the pilot and the tugs if necessary
- drawing up the documents for the customs and harbour services
- assisting the master in making the necessary contacts with the local authorities and the harbour authorities
- arranging for the necessary ship provisions
- arranging for storage bunkers if these are needed
- arranging for the necessary repairs
- conveying instructions to and from the ship owner
- organizing the supply, transport and the handling of the goods
- organizing the necessary contacts with the stevedores
- collecting freights, cargos
- contacting shippers and the receivers of the goods
- Providing the necessary information concerning the freight rates and the publication of the sailing lists
- Looking for cargo via notices and sailing lists
- Booking of cargo and the conclusion of the agreements
- Drawing up, initiating and delivering the required documents (booking lists, shipping permits, delivery orders) related to the cargo
- Contacting the shippers/forwarders with regard to the deliveries for shipment
- Fulfilling the necessary formalities regarding the delivery and reception of the goods (customs etc.)
- Settling cargo claims with insurance companies