Introduction:

The "Anatomy of Shipping" training program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, provides a deep and practical understanding of the global shipping industry, its structure, key stakeholders, operational processes, and legal and financial aspects. With international trade increasingly relying on maritime transport, a clear grasp of the mechanisms behind shipping operations is essential for professionals working in logistics, port operations, maritime law, freight forwarding, and supply chain management.

Training Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the structure and economics of the global shipping industry

• Identify the types of vessels and their uses in different trade routes

• Comprehend chartering types (voyage, time, bareboat) and freight market dynamics

• Interpret shipping documentation and the bill of lading

• Understand port operations, cargo handling, and loading/unloading procedures

• Analyze the legal and insurance aspects involved in shipping

• Evaluate environmental regulations and compliance requirements in shipping

• Recognize risk factors and apply risk mitigation strategies in maritime operations

Course Methodology:

• Instructor-led presentations and visual walkthroughs

• Interactive group discussions and real-world case studies

• Shipping documentation analysis and simulation exercises

• Video demonstrations of vessel types and cargo handling

• Team-based problem-solving workshops

• Daily recaps and Q&A sessions

Organizational Impact:

Organizations participating in this training will benefit through:

• Enhanced employee knowledge of global shipping operations and compliance

• Improved coordination between shipping, procurement, and logistics teams

• Greater efficiency in managing shipping documentation and port procedures

• Reduced risk exposure through better understanding of contracts and insurance

• Improved decision-making on chartering, cost estimation, and carrier selection

• Strengthened capability in managing imports, exports, and multimodal logistics

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

• Shipping and freight forwarding professionals

• Logistics and supply chain staff

• Port and terminal operations personnel

• Maritime law consultants and contract officers

• Procurement and international trade executives

• Insurance and risk management staff

• Anyone new to or involved in the maritime transport sector

Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Global Shipping Industry

• History and evolution of global shipping

• Structure of the shipping market: liner, tramp, bulk, and specialized services

• Types of ships: container, tanker, bulk carrier, RoRo, LNG, etc.

• Major shipping routes and maritime chokepoints

• Key players in shipping: shipowners, operators, brokers, and agents

• Case study: Impact of Suez Canal blockage on global trade

Day 2: Chartering, Freight Markets & Ship Operations

• Types of chartering: voyage, time, bareboat, and demise charter

• The Baltic Exchange and freight indices

• Key terms in charter parties and chartering contracts

• Shipboard operations: crew, maintenance, voyage planning

• Port state control and flag state responsibilities

Day 3: Cargo Handling, Ports, and Terminal Operations

• Types of cargo: containerized, bulk, breakbulk, hazardous, and project cargo

• Port functions and infrastructure: berths, cranes, storage

• Loading and unloading processes, stowage planning

• Port logistics, documentation, and customs clearance

• Emerging technologies in smart ports and terminal automation

Day 4: Documentation, Legal Aspects, and Marine Insurance

• Key shipping documents: Bill of Lading, manifest, mate’s receipt, sea waybill

• Functions and legal nature of the Bill of Lading

• Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA), Hague-Visby Rules, Hamburg Rules

• Marine insurance: hull, cargo, P&I

• Liability, claims handling, and dispute resolution

Day 5: Environmental Regulations, Risk, and the Future of Shipping

• IMO regulations: MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM Code

• Decarbonization and sustainable shipping practices

• Managing piracy, cyber risk, and geopolitical threats

• The role of digitalization and blockchain in shipping

• Industry trends: autonomous ships, green fuels, and global fleet trends