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Time is margin: The five biggest time drains in day-to-day chartering

Time is one of the scarcest resources in chartering. Those who use it efficiently are often a step ahead in the market. In today’s volatile market environment, fast, well-informed decisions are no longer a nice-to-have but a prerequisite for staying competitive. Time drains are not merely inconvenient; they can be costly.

05.01.2026

Time drains
Fragmented information
Manual tracking
Communication channels
Market data

Resilience in Chartering: How to operate successfully in perpetual-crisis mode

Hardly a day passes without new disruptions affecting charter markets. Whether driven by geopolitical tensions, extreme weather or technical failures, chartering professionals must now make decisions at exceptional speed and often on incomplete information. For example, Middle East crises can force rerouting through the Red Sea and raise War-Risk premiums. When an engine fails mid-Atlantic, Off-Hire issues arise immediately, and every layday costs reputation and margin.

12.11.2025

Performance
Focus
Mindset
Preparation
Chartering

AI in Chartering: Will algorithms soon be doing your job?

Imagine a chartering business without people – no more phone calls, no emails to check, no manual market research or fixing. Instead, algorithms work around the clock, analysing data, optimising routes and calculating freight rates in seconds. Decisions are made before anyone even moves a mouse. Far-fetched fantasy or an imminent reality in the world of chartering?

17.10.2025

Performance
Focus
Mindset
Preparation
Chartering

When it matters most: speed and clarity in complexity

Today’s decision-making requires quick yet reliable judgments. In chartering, monitoring markets, vessels, routes, and more creates challenges that can delay actions. This article explores how bold, swift, and well-founded decisions can work together. Enjoy!

27.08.2025

Speed
Complexity
Chartering
Decisions
Insights
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Thinking differently: Embracing change to gain the edge in chartering

Markets, technologies, and customer needs are evolving faster than ever, especially in the maritime sector. In chartering, constant adaptation is key as changing conditions and time pressures drive decision-making. What was reliable yesterday may hinder growth or become obsolete tomorrow. Have routines become the biggest risk in today’s business world?

19.08.2025

Innovation
Change
Chartering
Mindset
Efficiency
Speed
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Deliver when it counts: Mental preparation for your moment of truth

Whether it’s the Champions League final, the Super Bowl, or a key negotiation, performance under pressure is crucial. Elite teams like the LA Lakers, Real Madrid, and the Kansas City Chiefs demonstrate how mental preparation, visualization, and clear routines are the keys to success.

06.08.2025

Performance
Focus
Mindset
Preparation
Chartering