Representation for the principal
A port captain provides an operational point of contact for the shipowner or operator, follows up with the vessel and shore parties, and escalates issues within the agreed scope.
Services
Port captain services in African ports
Appoint an independent port captain to represent the operational interests of shipowners and vessel operators during port calls.
Scope the appointment
Provide the vessel’s ETA and particulars, terminal, cargo operation, areas of concern and the person authorised to receive updates. Agree the attendance periods and escalation contacts before the call.
During the operation
We follow the operational sequence and flag issues requiring a decision by the principal. The vessel’s master, port authority and terminal retain their respective responsibilities.
Related marine services
Berthing Coordination
Follow berth availability, queue changes and cargo readiness with local port coordination across West and Central Africa.
Port Operations Supervision
On-site monitoring of vessel and cargo operations from arrival and berthing through completion of loading or discharge.
Cargo Loss & Mix Prevention
Monitor bulk loading and discharge for quantity loss, cargo mixing, cross-contamination and quality deterioration risks.
Vessel Attendance
Coordinate pre-arrival follow-up, port attendance and departure milestones for dry bulk and general cargo vessels.
Operations Reporting
Receive port call updates, cargo productivity monitoring, delay analysis and a clear record of vessel operations.
Operations enquiries
Where is your vessel calling next?
Send the port, ETA, vessel and cargo details so we can scope attendance.