Introduction

Shipping is the life blood of the global economy. Without shipping, inter-continental trade, the bulk transport of raw materials, and the import/export of affordable food and manufactured goods would simply not be possible. Sea transport has been the largest carrier of freight throughout recorded history and it is always cheaper than transport by air. About 90% of world trade is carried by the international shipping industry. Sea freight is the most economic form of transportation by which goods are moved between countries in the export process. This course aims at introducing all the components of industry such as types of cargoes, types of ships, global regulations, terminology, ports, etc. and their functioning. The course will provide an overview of the industry to be beginner / aspirant to this industry. The employment potential of this industry is very vast and for aspirant of any of the part of this industry, this course will certainly be of help.

What you will learn

• Introduction to Sea Cargo
• Types of Cargo
• Types of Ships
• Containerization
• International Shipping Organizations
• Shipping Industry
• Shipping Lines
• Sea Freight Rates
• Shipping Lanes
• Types of Ports & Facilities
• International Maritime Law
• International Regulations
• Maritime Safety & Environment
• Careers in Sea Cargo

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Understand the important of cargo transportation by Sea
• Know different types & categories of Cargo to be shipped
• Gain knowledge of various types of ships involved in transportation
• Understand containerization and its benefits
• Know International Shipping Organizations
• Understand various components of the Sea Cargo Industry
• Gain knowledge of Liner Shipping
• Understand Sea Freight Tariff and its components
• Know about Shipping Lanes, Ports & Facilities
• Understand International Maritime Law & International Regulations
• Gain knowledge of Maritime Safety & Environmental concerns
• Understand Career in Sea Cargo Industry