A shipbroker

What is a broker?

A shipbroker is a professional who specialises in mediating and coordinating transactions. He acts as an intermediary between the various parties involved: shipowners, whether buyers, sellers or charterers, maritime authorities (classification societies, maritime affairs, etc.), shipyards, architects, banks and carriers.
The main objective of a broker is to facilitate the sale or purchase of a vessel and all the administrative and financial procedures involved.

The different roles of a broker :

Mediation and negotiation : Brokers act as mediators between shipowners. They negotiate the terms of the sale/purchase or charter contract, including rates.

Advice : They advise shipowners on the best possible solutions for their project.

Risk management : They assess and manage the risks for both parties (buyers and sellers).

Documentation and logistics : Brokers take care of preparing the documents required for the sale or purchase of a vessel. They also coordinate logistical operations such as transporting the vessel.

The role of a broker :

Identifying customer needs: Shipbrokers start by understanding the specific needs of each shipowner.

Recherche de solutions : Ils utilisent leurs connaissances du marché et leur réseau pour trouver les meilleurs solutions d’achat/vente ou d’affrètement répondant aux besoins des clients.

Negotiating the terms of the contract : Once an opportunity has been identified, the broker will negotiate the terms of the contract with the parties concerned to ensure mutually beneficial terms.

Monitoring and coordination : During the execution of the contract, the shipbroker monitors operations to ensure that everything is going according to plan, coordinating communications between the various parties involved and resolving any problems that may arise.

Dispute management : In the event of disputes or unforeseen problems, the broker intervenes to find solutions and protect the interests of shipowners.

In conclusion:

In short, the shipbroker is an essential link in the ship purchase/sale and chartering logistics chain.

It contributes to fluidity, à efficiency and safety vessel exchanges.

Would you like to sell or buy a vessel with full support and in complete safety?