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What is a ship agent?
Ships are busiest while in port. In addition to loading and unloading cargo, there are stores to be taken, crew changes, inspections and repairs to be made. The list of requirements for a vessel is long and usually the stay at a particular port is short.
Because each port, terminal and facility a vessel may call has unique procedures and vendors for providing services it would be difficult to call upon a port without the help of a local ship agent.
Ship Agents are hired to provide an onsite operations person with knowledge of the ins and outs of port business and local requirements.
Agents may arrange pilotage; schedule tugs and line service, provide customs brokerage and order services for the ship. In short, anything a ship needs while in port is coordinated through the agent. Ships come and go 24 hours a day, and an agent works with all stakeholders involved to ensure they remain on schedule.
Agency work is exciting and dynamic, offering exposure to all parts of the marine industry. A strong background in vessels, shipping and vendor management, as well as local knowledge is required.
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A ship agent is a person or company that acts as a representative for the owner or operator of a ship in a specific port or region. They coordinate various services and logistics for the ship, such as arranging for port services, customs clearance, and cargo handling. Ship agents can also assist with documentation, crew matters, and communication between the ship and port authorities.
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