Vessel Chartering
Identification of suitable vessel options based on cargo, volume, loading/discharge ports, laycan and commercial requirements.
Shipbroking & Chartering
Shipbroking & Chartering
Connecting cargo with the right vessel.
Ceylan Logistics provides independent shipbroking and chartering support connecting cargo interests, charterers, shipowners and international shipping partners across the UK, Europe, Asia and global markets. Combining maritime logistics knowledge with our freight forwarding capabilities and international network, we support clients from the initial cargo enquiry and vessel search through commercial negotiations, fixture coordination and related logistics.
Chartering Solutions
Voyage Chartering
Support for single-voyage and cargo-specific chartering requirements, including market enquiries and freight negotiations.
Time Chartering
Support in identifying suitable tonnage for agreed periods according to operational and commercial requirements.
Cargo & Vessel Matching
Connecting cargo interests with appropriate shipowners, operators and available tonnage through our international network.
Freight Negotiation
Commercial support during freight-rate and charter-term negotiations between relevant parties.
Shipowner & Charterer Liaison
Coordination of communications between charterers, cargo interests, shipowners, operators and other relevant parties.
Fixture Coordination
Support from initial enquiry through negotiations, recap and coordination of agreed commercial terms.
Post-Fixture & Logistics Support
Where required, connect the chartering process with Ceylan Logistics’ wider freight forwarding, documentation and logistics capabilities.
Cargo We Support
Our chartering network can support enquiries across a range of dry bulk, breakbulk and project cargo sectors.
Dry Bulk
- Minerals
- Industrial raw materials
- Fertilizers
- Agricultural commodities
- Bulk commodities
Metals & Steel
- Steel coils
- Steel plates
- Steel beams
- Steel rebars
- Aluminium products
- Other metal products
Forest & Agricultural Products
- Timber / logs
- Grain and agricultural commodities
- Other suitable bulk cargoes
Project & Breakbulk
- Machinery
- Industrial equipment
- Oversized cargo
- Non-containerised cargo
Vessel Sourcing
Ceylan Logistics can source suitable tonnage through international shipowner, operator and brokerage networks according to cargo requirements and market availability.
Depending on cargo requirements and market availability, we can approach the market for suitable vessel types and capacities.
- Handysize
- Handymax
- Supramax
- Ultramax
- Panamax / Kamsarmax
- General Cargo / Multipurpose vessels
Connecting UK, Europe & Asia
Our location in the United Kingdom, combined with international shipping relationships and Asian market connections, enables Ceylan Logistics to support chartering enquiries linking the UK and European markets with Singapore and the wider Asia-Pacific region.
We can also support enquiries involving other international trade lanes through our global network.
How a Chartering Enquiry Works
- 01
Cargo Enquiry
Customer provides the commercial and operational details needed to approach the market.
- Cargo type
- Quantity
- Loading port
- Discharge port
- Laycan / required dates
- Loading/discharge terms
- Any special requirements
- 02
Market & Vessel Search
Ceylan Logistics approaches relevant shipping contacts, brokers, operators or shipowners to identify suitable tonnage.
- 03
Commercial Negotiation
Support negotiations covering freight, vessel suitability and relevant commercial charter terms.
- 04
Fixture Coordination
Coordinate the commercial process towards agreement and fixture recap where applicable.
- 05
Logistics Support
Where required, connect the ocean charter with freight forwarding, documentation, customs or related logistics services offered by Ceylan Logistics.
Have cargo to move?
Send us your cargo details and our team will review the requirement and explore suitable chartering options.
Beyond the Fixture
Chartering sits alongside Ceylan Logistics’ wider freight and trade capabilities. Where a fixture needs inland, customs or distribution support, the same team can connect the ocean charter with related services.
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International shipping enquiries are reviewed, where applicable, against relevant controls before commercial discussions proceed.
- Sanctions screening
- Counterparty checks
- Trade restrictions
- Cargo restrictions
- Applicable maritime regulations