Shipping Broker

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A Ship Broker acts as a specialist intermediary or negotiator between different ship owners and charters to maximize tonnage on their clients' vessels.

The role of a shipping broker can cover many areas including sale and purchase of vessels, dry cargo brokering, tanker brokering, and container brokering.

As well as negotiating deals, Ship Brokers also provide their clients with market intelligence, advice, and guidance.

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