Marine transport is incredibly important for a vast amount of organisations who trade goods internationally. To ensure safe practices, shipping laws have been implemented and consistently updated to protect all parties involved.
To trade overseas, it is incredibly important for a business to be fully competent on the relative laws and contracts. Every transaction will require a written contract detailing the products being traded, lay-times of voyage and applicable marine insurance policies. These contracts are established to protect both seller and buyer as this method of trading can come with various risks. Contracts are also crucial to help minimise demurrage claims in situations where lay-can is not met.
Alongside understanding contracts, it is also vital to be competent in the international laws in relation to shipping. All businesses must follow their local laws, international laws and conventions and the laws of their destination to ensure all deliveries can be efficiently made.
This course is designed for anyone with the responsibility of international trading using ships and vessels. It would be most beneficial for:
This course uses a variety of adult learning styles to aid full understanding and comprehension. Participants will review examples of various established contracts to highlight key features.
They will partake in a range of learning methods, including presentations, video materials, practical exercises and group discussions to ensure they can develop a complete understanding of the taught content. They will be supplied with all the necessary equipment to carry out the given learning activities, and will be able to work in groups to create their own shipping contracts in relation to their specific roles.