Regulatory basis
- IMSBC Code
- Standard charter party forms (GENCON, NYPE)
Commercial & Operations
Dry Cargo Trading & Chartering
Dry bulk and break-bulk markets, chartering practice, and voyage management — covering Capesize through Handysize trades.
Target audience
- Operations and chartering staff, junior brokers, officers transitioning ashore
Prerequisites
- None
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Describe the dry bulk market and segments
Apply GENCON and NYPE clauses
Manage a dry cargo voyage from fixture to redelivery
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Markets
- Capesize, Panamax, Supramax, Handysize
- BDI
02
Chartering
- Fixture process
- Clauses
- Brokers
03
Voyage management
- Loading/discharge
- Stowage
- Claims
Assessment
Written test and case study.
Certification
Course completion certificate.
References & further reading
Authoritative sources
This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.
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