Welcome to Shipping Guide

The intention of this e-book is not only to create professionalism among shipping executives , but also for the guidance of all persons who are involved in shipping and those who are interested to know shipping. Though this book is designed as a reference book it can be used as a text book and the author assumes that the majority of the readers of this book, certainly can gain more knowledge of shipping. This single volume edition incorporates all the subjects, provides a comprehensive cover to the needs of shipping executives globally with the words and terms that are or have been used in shipping industry in connection with their work

This e-book consist of twelve chapters which covers International trading & commerce, Geography, Ship & ship management practice, Cargo, Port & Harbour, Chartering Practice, Container, Logistics & Supply Chain, Agency, Marine Insurance and Claims, and Indian Shipping and practices being followed. It will give the learner a very fair idea and knowledge of the wide range of subjects which are involved in shipping industry globally and in India.

Profile

The author N .Sam Densingh Jayaraj is popularly known as Sam or Jayaraj in shipping circles both in the domestic and overseas markets. He made his career in shipping after his college studies and with a Diploma in Business Administration, ventured into shipping at a very early age. He started with vessel operation work for most types of vessel such as coastal, tanker, bulker, cruise, container, general/heavy-lift/project cargo, multi-purpose, Roll-on & Roll-off ships and more. He has served in various capacities as the head of operations/branch manager and general manager in a few of the reputed multinational shipping companies/lines and hence has vast experience in shipping logistic work. He continues to be in touch with the shipping market both tramp and liner while keeping abreast with the latest developments in the industry. He is also a resource person for various institutions that impart knowledge to students of shipping and logistics.

Author's preface

I am anxious to make it clear that this shipping guide for beginners is intended as a help to beginners. I do not profess to teach those who may be already experienced in shipping . I feel my present work of compiled single edition of shipping guide to beginners is an attempt and certainly will be useful to those who start in entire ignorance of shipping subject. Such a work presents some difficulties and is therefore naturally open to criticism. I sincerely hope that this compiled edition will be sufficient to meet the needs of those first encountering into shipping venture, either in person or in literature, while others already familiar with shipping matters, may find interest in the description of things no longer often encountered - N.Sam Densingh Jayaraj