{"id":87444,"date":"2025-02-19T17:57:25","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T14:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cityu.gr\/project-items\/mastering-in-chartering\/"},"modified":"2026-01-21T14:01:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T11:01:49","slug":"mastering-in-chartering","status":"publish","type":"avada_portfolio","link":"https:\/\/cityu.gr\/en\/courses\/mastering-in-chartering\/","title":{"rendered":"Mastering Chartering:
From Market Exploration to Ship Fixture"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Mastering Chartering: From Market Exploration to Ship Fixture<\/b><\/h3><\/div>

This program focuses on the ship chartering process, covering all key stages\u2014from introducing the involved parties to negotiation and ship fixture. It examines the various types of charter, the charter parties and their main clauses, as well as the freight market. The program offers a detailed presentation of the voyage estimation process and the calculation of laytime, providing both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Additionally, the negotiation process is thoroughly analyzed and supported with real-life scenarios.<\/p>\n

The aim of the program is to provide a comprehensive understanding of ship chartering, a key source of revenue for shipping companies. Participants will gain knowledge of the processes required\u2014from market research to the conclusion of a ship charter agreement. The theoretical and practical background acquired will enable them to advance their skills in the field of chartering.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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PROGRAM STRUCTURE<\/span><\/h1><\/div>

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1. People Directly and Indirectly Involved in Trading and Chartering Procedures
2. Ship\u2019s Particulars and Terminology of Ships
3. Types of Ships
4. Types of Cargo
5. Freight Market
6. Types of Charter
7. Analysis of Charter Parties and Principal Clauses
8. Carriage of Goods by Sea
9. Voyage Estimation
10. Laytime Calculation
11. Negotiation Procedure<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Information<\/b><\/h3><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Duration<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Start: October 07, 2025<\/strong>
Schedule: Every Tuesday and Thursday<\/strong>
Total duration of the program is 4 weeks<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Method of Attendance<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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The seminar will include two lectures per week, lasting 3 hours each lecture. Attendance can be either in class or online.<\/p>\n

After each lecture, the instructor uploads the necessary notes. Direct communication with the instructor via a CUC platform resolves any queries.<\/p>\n

Evaluations will consist of multiple-choice tests, comprehension questions, and\/or assignments.<\/p>\n

All assessments will be conducted electronically in English within a designated time frame outside lecture hours. Incorrect answers will be accompanied by explanations.<\/p>\n

Attendance, participation, and completion of evaluations are mandatory.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Language<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
English \/ Greek<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Certification<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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A certificate will be issued by the City Unity College Maritime<\/strong> Training Center<\/strong>, approved by DNV<\/strong> and Transport Malta<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Maria Giannaki, PhD candidate, holds an LLM in Commercial Dispute Resolution (University of South Wales) and a BSc in Shipping and Transport (London Metropolitan University). With extensive experience in chartering, she is the author of the book \u201cIntroduction to Shipping\u201d (24grammata) and is writing her upcoming book, \u201cPrinciples of Chartering.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Participation Requirements<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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