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7 - 11 Dec 2025

Istanbul (Turkey)

Hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe

Cost : 6000 € Euro

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

Special Courses

Training Course: Anatomy of Shipping


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SC235987

7 - 11 Dec 2025

Istanbul (Turkey) - DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe

Hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe

Cost: 6000 € Euro


  About Istanbul

Few places compare to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, whose enormous size straddles both Europe and Asia, forming a bridge between western and eastern cultures. Resting upon the natural harbor of the Golden Horn, the skyline of the once-Constantinople is pierced with minarets and ancient monuments that embody centuries of history. While it is brimming with historical landmarks and colorful markets, modern Istanbul is also well represented through its contemporary art scene, European-style café culture, world-class dining venues.


  Things to do and places to visit in Istanbul

Istanbul is teeming with attractions and landmarks from historic sights and unique cuisine to lively markets and unmistakable culture. It is a thriving city, with a myriad of things to do that skillfully manage to blend every aspect of both the contemporary and the historical world.

On a city break in Istanbul be sure to:

  • Visit a hammam, a traditional Turkish bath, whose origins date back to Roman times.
  • Marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Süleymaniye Mosque and Blue Mosque, Istanbul's most spectacular monuments that dominate the skyline.
  • Explore the Topkapi Palace Museum, one of Istanbul's most visited museums, home to over 80,000 artifacts.
  • Walk through the Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel built in the 4th century.
  • Be dazzled by the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets.
  • Go shopping for exotic products and Turkish delights in the Spice Bazaar.
  • Cross the bridge connecting Europe and Asia against the backdrop of the Bosphorus, or take a Bosphorus cruise.
  • Taste the diversity and flavor of Turkish cuisine.
  • Admire panoramas of the city from the Galata Tower.
  • Walk through Taksim Square, the city's dynamic square that never sleeps.
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