Comprehensive Chartering Services
Our experienced team, available 24/7, offers a range of services, including various charter types, cargo brokerage, and comprehensive sea freight solutions. We specialize in a wide range of vessels, handling cargoes like heavy-lift, bulk commodities, and green energy. We committed to delivering seamless, efficient chartering experiences and insightful brokerage services, tailored to global shipping needs.
Extensive Industry Knowledge
ESS Projects’ vast network and in-depth industry knowledge enable us to offer a variety of chartering services, each tailored to meet your specific requirements. Our role as exclusive brokers for numerous ship owners and shipping lines has helped us forge strong industry relationships, enabling us to offer an extensive selection of vessels, competitive rates, and favorable terms.
Wide Array of Vessels
We cater to a wide array of vessels, including Bulk Carriers, Multipurpose/Breakbulk Vessels, Heavy Lift Vessels, and Semi-Submersible Vessels, among others. Our expertise also extends to Rolling Cargo Ships, River Ships, Container Vessels, Fishing Boats, Offshore Utility Vessels, Cattle Carriers, and Tugs and Barges, handling vessels ranging in size from 1,000 to 100,000 DWT.
Heavy-Lift and Project Cargo
Our chartering services cover a diverse range of cargoes, including Heavy-lift and Project Cargo, Oil and Gas equipment, Floating Units, Port Infrastructure Equipment, Engineering and Construction materials, IMO Cargo, Breakbulk and Steel Cargo, Bulk Commodities, and Green Energy products.
Tailored Chartering Solutions
Recognizing the unique nature of each chartering project, we offer bespoke solutions. Our team thoroughly understands your cargo's specific type, quantity, and requirements, crafting optimized solutions for route selection, port suitability, and ensuring smooth handling at every stage of the shipment process.
Market Insight and Expertise
We utilize our extensive brokerage experience to benefit ship owners, charterers, and operators worldwide. Our team keeps a close eye on market trends, leveraging our international network to adapt swiftly to changing economic and political climates. We offer consultancy in arranging spot fixtures, freight contracts, voyage, and time charters, catering to both tramp and liner tonnage in the container and dry bulk markets.
Expert Guidance in Maritime Chartering
For expert guidance and solutions in maritime chartering, reach out to our specialists at ESS Projects. We are dedicated to navigating the intricacies of maritime chartering, providing solutions perfectly aligned with your shipping needs.
Charter Types We Offer
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Voyage charter involves renting the vessel and its crew for a specific journey or set of journeys. The shipowner is responsible for the vessel's operation and expenses during the charter. This type of charter is typically used for single, point-to-point delivery, allowing the charterer to transport goods on a per-trip basis without the long-term commitment of leasing a vessel.
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In a partial charter, a charterer rents a portion of the cargo space of a vessel. This is often used when the charterer’s cargo volume is not sufficient to warrant a full vessel charter. It's an economical solution for smaller shipments, allowing the charterer to share the vessel with other parties while still enjoying the benefits of a chartered shipment.
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Under a time charter, the charterer leases the vessel for a specific period. The shipowner provides the vessel and crew, but the charterer assumes responsibility for daily operations and voyage expenses like fuel and port charges. This charter type offers flexibility for the charterer to use the vessel as needed within the agreed time, making it suitable for businesses with variable shipping needs.
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A bareboat or demise charter involves the charterer taking over full control of the vessel along with all responsibilities for its operation and maintenance. In this arrangement, the charterer essentially acts as the shipowner for the duration of the charter. This type of charter is ideal for charterers who have the expertise to manage a vessel and prefer the flexibility to operate it as if it were their own.
Types of Vessels We Charter
Multipurpose (MPP) Vessels
MPP Vessels are versatile ships capable of carrying a wide range of cargo types. They are equipped with heavy lifting gear, making them suitable for transporting unusually large or heavy cargoes that cannot be handled by standard vessels. These ships are essential in sectors like project cargo, industrial parts, and construction equipment transportation.
Heavy Deck Carrier
Heavy deck carriers are substantial vessels built to transport heavy, super-heavy, and modular cargo within expansive deck spaces. They vary in size and type to suit differing cargo requirements and port capabilities. These carriers play a crucial role in both offshore and onshore wind farms, effectively transporting significant amounts of essential renewable components.
General Cargo
General Cargo Ships are versatile vessels designed for transporting packaged goods and various types of cargo. They often have onboard cranes or other gear to load and unload cargo. These ships can handle a mix of products, from containerized goods to machinery and textiles, making them suitable for a wide range of general cargo transportation needs.
Supporting Vessels
Tug boats are small, powerful vessels designed to maneuver other vessels by towing or pushing them. They play a crucial role in port operations, assisting with the berthing and unberthing of larger ships, and are also used for towing barges, salvage operations, and icebreaking. Their power and agility make them indispensable in congested or shallow water areas.