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At the crossroads of major global shipping lanes, we deliver end-to-end, high-efficiency port agency and maritime support solutions across West, Southern, and East Africa. Designed to meet the stringent operational demands of shipowners, charterers, fleet managers, and traders, our service portfolio covers every stage of a vessel’s port ca
ll. From swift cargo turnarounds to complex shipyard drydocking, we ensure your operations run seamlessly with zero administrative delays and optimized costs.
We provide 24/7 dedicated attendance for all vessel types, including dry bulk carriers, oil/chemical tankers, container ships, Ro-Ro vessels, and project cargo carriers.
Pre-Arrival & Disbursement Management: Accurate Proforma Disbursement Accounts (PDA) with no hidden fees, combined with real-time port updates and berth prospects.
Vessel Inward & Outward Clearance: Swift handling of all maritime security, customs, immigration, and port authority documentation to guarantee immediate clearance upon arrival and departure.
Cargo Supervision: Direct coordination with stevedores, cargo surveyors, and terminal operators to ensure optimal loading and discharging rates, minimizing port stay duration.
Entering a shipyard or undertaking floating repairs in African ports requires intense local coordination. We act as your primary liaison between technical superintendents, classification societies, and local shipyard management.
Yard & Berth Coordination: Full logistics support during drydocking at key facilities such as Dakarnave (Senegal), Tema Shipyard (Ghana), and Durban Drydocks (South Africa).
Technical Workshops & Subcontractors: On-demand access to certified local marine engineering teams for hull cleaning, grit blasting, painting, underwater inspection, and engine overhauls.
Work Permits & Hot Work Authorizations: Securing all mandatory local environmental and safety permits for repair crews working alongside or in dock.
We recognize that the safety and well-being of your crew are paramount to smooth operations. Our husbandry team ensures fast-track personnel movements without disrupting vessel schedules.
Crew Changes & Travel Logistics: End-to-end management of sign-on and sign-off personnel, including OK-to-Board letters, transit visas, shore passes, airport transfers, and hotel accommodation.
Medical Emergency Assistance: 24/7 access to accredited local hospitals, doctor visits on board, and emergency medical evacuations when critical situations arise.
Cash to Master (CTM): Secure delivery of Cash to Master directly on board with strict verification protocols.
Delivering critical main engine parts or safety equipment to a vessel in an African port can be plagued by customs bottlenecks. We streamline the entire logistics chain.
Express Customs Clearance: Priority clearance for inbound air and sea freight marked as "Ship Spares in Transit" (Duty-Free processing where applicable).
Warehousing & Onboard Delivery: Safe temporary storage in secure, climate-controlled facilities and prompt last-mile delivery directly to the vessel by launch boat or truck.
Keeping your vessel fully resupplied and fueled is essential for its next voyage leg.
Bunkering Support: Seamless coordination for fuel oil (IFO, LSMGO) and fresh water supply at berth or anchorage, ensuring strict compliance with ISO fuel quality standards.
Provisions & Bonded Stores: High-quality fresh, dry, and frozen provisions, deck and engine technical stores, safety gear, and bonded goods sourced from vetted local suppliers.
When a main port agent is appointed by charterers, shipowners need an independent representative to protect their financial and legal interests.
OPA Representation: Rigorous monitoring of port charges, cargo operations, and statement of facts (SOF) to ensure owners' interests are fully protected against unwarranted delays or costs.
Independent Cargo Surveying: Coordination of draft surveys, bunker surveys, and hold cleanliness inspections with independent local surveyors.
24/7 Single Point of Contact: Dedicated operational desks serving all major regional ports.
Strict Anti-Corruption & Compliance: Full compliance with TRACE, Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), and international anti-bribery standards.
Cost Efficiency: Transparent PDA structures designed to optimize port costs and protect your bottom line.
