28 October 2026 · Breakbulk
When a Tween-Decker Can Be More Economical Than a Larger Single-Decker
Why a smaller tween-decker may offer better cargo intake and freight economics than a larger single-decker for mixed, bagged and breakbulk s...
Chartering and cargo insights
What the desk explains to clients most often: how vessels are chosen, what to prepare before fixing, and how an indication becomes a firm offer.
23 October 2026 · Project cargo
Heavy Equipment Shipping: Why Ground Clearance Matters
Why ground clearance, wheelbase and ramp geometry matter when shipping buses and heavy wheeled equipment by sea.
19 October 2026 · Project cargo
Project Cargo: When Shore Cranes Are Better Than Vessel Gear
When shore cranes may offer an alternative to vessel gear for heavy and oversized project cargo shipments.
12 October 2026 · Breakbulk
How Broken Stowage Affects Breakbulk Freight
How cargo shape, packing and stackability create broken stowage and influence vessel capacity and breakbulk freight.
7 October 2026 · Breakbulk
When Breakbulk Cargo Should Move on Deck Instead of in the Hold
When deck carriage may be suitable for breakbulk cargo and which dimensions, securing and weather factors should be checked.
4 October 2026 · Project cargo
Industrial Equipment Shipping: Ro-Ro, Lo-Lo or Heavy-Lift?
How cargo dimensions, weight, mobility, lifting points and port facilities determine whether Ro-Ro, Lo-Lo or heavy-lift shipping is suitable...
3 October 2026 · Project cargo
Electric Bus Shipping: What Owners Need Before Quoting
Key information shipowners need before quoting electric bus shipments, including dimensions, weight, batteries, loading method and ports.
2 October 2026 · Bulk cargo
Dry Bulk Freight: Why Stowage Factor Matters Before You Ask for a Rate
Why stowage factor affects vessel selection, cargo capacity and freight for grain, fertilizers, minerals and other dry bulk cargoes.
1 October 2026 · Breakbulk
Breakbulk Shipping: Why Packing Changes the Freight
How crates, bundles, pallets, coils and bare cargo affect stowage, handling, securing and breakbulk freight calculations.
30 September 2026 · Project cargo
Project Cargo: Why the Heaviest Unit Determines the Vessel
Why the heaviest cargo unit, lifting points, crane outreach and deck strength matter when selecting a vessel for project cargo.
18 August 2026 · Chartering
Project Cargo, Breakbulk and Dry Bulk Chartering: Vessel Selection and Maritime Brokerage
Project Cargo, Breakbulk Cargo and Dry Bulk Cargo chartering: how vessels are selected, how freight is negotiated and how maritime brokerage...
12 August 2026 · Project cargo
Electric Bus Shipping by Breakbulk: Vessel Selection, Loading and Cargo Securing
Technical guide to electric bus shipping by breakbulk: vessel selection, crane capacity, loading methods, deck strength and cargo securing.
10 August 2026 · Bulk cargo
Bulk Cargo Stowage Factor: Why It Changes Vessel Selection
Why stowage factor matters in bulk cargo shipping and how it affects hold capacity, cargo intake and vessel selection.
10 August 2026 · Breakbulk
Breakbulk Cargo Lashing and Securing: What Shippers Should Prepare
What shippers should prepare for breakbulk cargo lashing and securing, including cargo drawings, support points, deck strength and securing...
10 August 2026 · Project cargo
Heavy Lift Cargo: Crane Capacity and Lifting Requirements
Heavy lift cargo planning, including crane capacity, outreach, lifting points, rigging and vessel restrictions.
9 August 2026 · Bulk cargo
Fertilizer Cargo Chartering: Vessel Selection and Port Considerations
Practical guidance on fertilizer cargo chartering, including vessel selection, stowage factor, moisture sensitivity and port restrictions.
9 August 2026 · Chartering
Freight Indication vs Firm Freight Offer: What Charterers Should Know
The difference between a freight indication and a firm freight offer, and what information is required before chartering negotiations.
8 August 2026 · Project cargo
Heavy Equipment Shipping from China to Europe: What to Check Before Booking
Heavy equipment shipping from China to Europe: cargo information, vessel type selection and port requirements before booking.
7 August 2026 · Project cargo
Project Cargo and Heavy Machinery Shipping: Planning the Right Sea Transport
Practical guidance on project cargo and heavy machinery shipping, including vessel selection, lifting requirements, cargo dimensions and cha...
6 August 2026 · Bulk cargo
Bulk Cargo Chartering: Why Cargo Details Matter Before Fixing a Vessel
Practical guidance on bulk cargo chartering, vessel selection and voyage evaluation for grain, fertilizers, minerals and other dry bulk comm...
4 August 2026 · Project cargo
Breakbulk and Project Cargo: Matching the Vessel to the Operation
Successful breakbulk and project cargo transport starts with matching the vessel, cargo and port conditions before commercial terms are fina...
4 August 2026 · Breakbulk
Cargo Dimensions and Vessel Suitability
Accurate cargo dimensions are essential when selecting a vessel for breakbulk shipping. Capacity alone does not determine vessel suitability...
2 August 2026 · Breakbulk
Why Choosing a Breakbulk Vessel Is Not as Simple as It Looks
Finding an available vessel is easy. Identifying the right vessel for a breakbulk shipment requires technical checks, market knowledge and c...
29 July 2026 · Breakbulk
How to Prepare a Complete Breakbulk Chartering Enquiry
A complete breakbulk chartering enquiry allows shipbrokers and vessel operators to assess cargo feasibility, select suitable vessels and pro...
24 September 2026 · Chartering
Ship Chartering and Maritime Brokerage: What Makes a Fixture Work
Practical ship chartering guidance covering vessel search, voyage evaluation, freight negotiations and fixture coordination.
24 September 2026 · Bulk cargo
Grain Cargo Chartering: Vessel Selection, Stowage and Port Restrictions
Practical guidance on grain cargo chartering, vessel selection, stowage factor, hold capacity and port restrictions.
24 September 2026 · Chartering
Ship Chartering Challenges: What to Check Before Fixing a Vessel
Practical guide to vessel chartering risks: cargo details, vessel suitability, laycan, freight terms, port restrictions and charter party co...
Varvarenko–Varamar case archive
16 documents kept in a separate section, out of the chartering feed.