Refrigerated cargo is one of the cargo type

General cargo is  handled by cranes on  the quay, floating  cranes or by the ship's  own cargo gear

Cargo that moved by sea is the slowest mode that has a  smaller environmental impact  and is less expensive

Cargo can be safely stowed and  secured on board the ship and  transported under all expected  conditions during the intended  voyage

The stowage factor of a cargo is the ratio of weight to stowage space required under  normal conditions. It indicates how many cubic meters one metric ton of a particular type of cargo occupies in a hold.

The movement of liquid bulk cargo,  crude oil and derivatives, from the tanker is  undertaken by means of pipelines connected to the shore

The discharge plan is to show the distribution of cargo within the ship and  is sent to the stevedores before arrival in port so that they can arrange the  required labor and equipment.

When the cargo loading /unloading is done in dark, make sure that the ship’s deck have adequate lighting

Many cargo agents use software or computer programs to assist the shipping process. This may involve entering shipping data, updating invoices or printing shipping materials. Computer skills can ensure integrated terminal system solutions are tested and operate comprehensively within an agreed schedule, meeting business needs.

Which are the cargo discharged steps?

i.  Arrival at the discharge port

ii.   Notice of readiness

iii. Cargo samples when discharging

iv.  Cargo calculation

What are 4 primary loading list detail?

i.      Proper ballast plan.

ii.   Proper planning of the cargo loading.

iii. Any faulty securing equipment should be immediately replaced.

iv.  Crew members should be well-versed with the loading/unloading and securing  equipment on board a ship.

Which of the following is shipping agent summary list?

i.     The ship’s deck have adequate lighting.

ii.    No hot work is being done in the vicinity of the ship.

iii.   When the cargo loading /unloading is done in dark, make sure that the ship’s deck have adequate lighting.

iv.   Crew members should be well-versed with the loading/unloading and securing  equipment on board a ship.

Based on the picture , what type of cargo is it refer to?

Based on the picture, what type of cargo is it refer to?

Based on the picture, what type of cargo is it refer to?

The Bill of Lading is a legal document showing evidence of the contract of carriage between the Shipper and the Carrier, under which specific terms of shipment is made from one place to another, as well as, the receipt of goods. Which of the following contain in it?

                             i.                the Shippers’ name

                           ii.               the Consignees and the Notifying party

                        iii.                the ship’s name

                         iv.                the load port and the discharge port

The __________________ is one of the most important documents when shipping your ocean freight. It is the invoice that is issued by the seller (exporter) to the buyer (importer). It is required in the customs clearance process.

The _________________ is another important shipping document when transporting ocean freight internationally. It is a detailed overview of the cargo mentioned on the Commercial Invoice above. It also includes information on how the shipment has been packed and which marks and numbers are noted outside of the shipment boxes.

An _____________________ lists details of the goods which are imported or exported. This declaration is especially important when shipping international freight.

A proforma invoice looks a lot like a commercial invoice, and if you complete it correctly, they will be very similar indeed. A proforma invoice specifies the following:

                             i.                The buyer and seller in the transaction.

                           ii.               A detailed description of the goods.

                        iii.                The Harmonized System classification of those goods.

                         iv.                The price.

If cargo is lost or damaged, a _______________ is required to file an insurance claim, and it is also used if there is a disagreement between the carrier and the exporter regarding the weight or measurement of the cargo. 

Sometimes called a “Certificate for Export” or “Certificate to Foreign Governments,” a ____________________ is evidence that goods such as food items, cosmetics, biologics or medical devices—are legally sold or distributed in the open market,.

An _______________ is often the first transportation document required for international shipping created for your export. It can be prepared by the inland carrier or you can create it yourself. It’s a contract of carriage between the exporter and the shipper of the goods that states where the goods are going; it also serves as your receipt that the goods have been picked up.

The ___________ is considered a legal document which provides all the vital details to the shipper and the carrier to conveniently process the freight shipment through different maritime countries and invoice it correctly.

What is the purpose of a bill of lading?

Who is responsible for the bill of lading?

When was the bill of lading invented?

What does B/L mean?

What does D/P mean?

What does EXW mean?

What does CIF mean?

What does IMO mean?

  A document that contains specific information regarding the goods shipped and the conditions agreed between buyer and seller:

Document used in foreign trade which states where the goods were produced. It is often required by customs authorities.

A document which specifies the contents of any form of packaging, e.g. boxes, containers, cartons, without indicating the value of the goods shipped:

A contract between airline and shipper. It is a shipping document which states the terms and conditions of carriage and is also a receipt for the consignment:

A draft invoice which the seller prepares before the actual shipment takes place:

A document which is granted by a government authority and states that specified goods can be exported:

Certificate prepared by the shipper/consignor which states that hazardous goods are handled according to international shipping regulations: