Based on the sample schedule above, the Maersk Ohio spent 178.2 hours in port ( 7 days 10 hours) and 493.8 hours at sea ( 20 days 14 hours). Using the metric of 8760 hours in a year, the Maersk Ohio could theoretically complete about 13 voyages a year. The Atlantic crossing, after leaving the East Coast is when the Maersk Ohio typically carries around 3200 TEU’s (Capt Leville). While leaving Le Havre, France we were typically fully loaded with around 4120 to 4140 TEUs (Voyage Abstract). To maximize revenue the ship would want to carry around 700 Reefer Containers on both directions of the Atlantic Crossings. However, some additional considerations must be mentioned that could cause delays in the passage as well as the loading/discharging
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The most critical is weather where the Maersk Ohio crossed the North Atlantic during the winter months with severe weather. Both captains of the Ohio explained to me that they often must alter the vessel’s route to avoid the weather for the safe navigation of the vessel. This is known as weather routing and is typically sent in via the office or at the captain’s discretion. Snowstorms can also cause delays on both sides of the Atlantic as loading and discharging is halted. Berthing related issues can also effect the earning capacity of a ship, such as piloting availability, berthing availability, and port labor strikes. For example, in 2015 the west coast faced an extensive port labor strike. Strikes can force a vessel to wait weeks to discharge cargo at the effected port or if and if the situation is critical, the vessel would have to relocate to another port not affected by a labor …show more content…
Marine shipping companies must utilize accurate performance metrics to remain competitive. Reliability, Speed, and Carrier Responsibility are some of the metrics that companies use to measure individual vessel performance. Reliability is how often the carrier gets the shipment to its destination on time. Speed is how quickly the cargo can be delivered from Port A to Port B. Carrier Responsibility implies how often the ship is responsible for damaged cargo through the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA). Ship’s must exercise diligence to ensure the ship is sea worthy and that all cargo is stowed properly and free from contamination. If the ship fails to follow through with this obligation, then through a letter of protest, they can be liable for the crago. Tramp shipping does not operate on a regular set schedule so they would have to base their performance on cargo deadweight, speed, and letters of protest. Tramp shipping cargoes can vary from high-density bulk commodities such as coal or iron ore, to complex pieces of machinery such as oil rings and wind turbines. Another measurement of performance is repeat customer business. If customers are satisfied in cargo delivery, did they renew their contract or did they go to another company with better rates or greater
The most critical is weather where the Maersk Ohio crossed the North Atlantic during the winter months with severe weather. Both captains of the Ohio explained to me that they often must alter the vessel’s route to avoid the weather for the safe navigation of the vessel. This is known as weather routing and is typically sent in via the office or at the captain’s discretion. Snowstorms can also cause delays on both sides of the Atlantic as loading and discharging is halted. Berthing related issues can also effect the earning capacity of a ship, such as piloting availability, berthing availability, and port labor strikes. For example, in 2015 the west coast faced an extensive port labor strike. Strikes can force a vessel to wait weeks to discharge cargo at the effected port or if and if the situation is critical, the vessel would have to relocate to another port not affected by a labor …show more content…
Marine shipping companies must utilize accurate performance metrics to remain competitive. Reliability, Speed, and Carrier Responsibility are some of the metrics that companies use to measure individual vessel performance. Reliability is how often the carrier gets the shipment to its destination on time. Speed is how quickly the cargo can be delivered from Port A to Port B. Carrier Responsibility implies how often the ship is responsible for damaged cargo through the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA). Ship’s must exercise diligence to ensure the ship is sea worthy and that all cargo is stowed properly and free from contamination. If the ship fails to follow through with this obligation, then through a letter of protest, they can be liable for the crago. Tramp shipping does not operate on a regular set schedule so they would have to base their performance on cargo deadweight, speed, and letters of protest. Tramp shipping cargoes can vary from high-density bulk commodities such as coal or iron ore, to complex pieces of machinery such as oil rings and wind turbines. Another measurement of performance is repeat customer business. If customers are satisfied in cargo delivery, did they renew their contract or did they go to another company with better rates or greater