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Port Captain / Supercargo

Practical on-site operational support at the port-vessel interface without overstating authority.

Service scope

  • Operational support at the port-vessel interface
  • Coordination between vessel, port and cargo interests
  • Local liaison and documentation
  • Reporting in line with the agreed scope

Who needs this service

  • Cargo owners and charterers needing on-site coordination
  • Operators overseeing sensitive port operations
  • Parties needing a liaison at the port-vessel interface

How it works

  1. 1
    Define role

    Agree the support role and boundaries at the port-vessel interface before attendance.

  2. 2
    Coordinate on site

    Liaise between vessel, port and cargo interests, supporting operational decisions.

  3. 3
    Record operations

    Document activities and reporting in line with the agreed scope.

  4. 4
    Report

    Provide reporting aligned to the owner, charterer or cargo interest request.

Frequently asked questions

What does a port captain or supercargo do?

Provides practical on-site coordination and liaison at the port-vessel interface, within a clearly agreed scope.

Does this replace the master or manning agency?

No. It is supplementary operational support and does not assume command or statutory functions.

Scope, attendance arrangements, local coordination and reporting are confirmed case by case. We do not represent unverified certifications, guaranteed response times or universal coverage.

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