Understanding Sea Cargo Industry

Course details

Shipping is the life blood of the global economy which generates an estimated annual income of over half a trillion US Dollars in freight rates. About 90% of world trade is carried by the international shipping industry. There are over 50,000 merchant ships trading internationally, transporting every kind of cargo. This course provides an overview of the industry starting from its evolution, types of cargo, containerization, sea ports & facilities, Shipping Lines, Shipping routs and lanes, Maritime Law till Environmental concerns. The course is ideal for anyone who would like to join this industry or gain an overview of this industry.

Learning Outcomes:

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Get an overview of Sea Cargo Industry  
  
• Know about different types of Cargo & Ships  
  
• Know about Containerization & its history  
  
• Gain knowledge on International Shipping Organizations  
  
• Know about Shipping Industry, Liner Shipping & Charter Shipping  
  
• Understand integrities of Sea Freight Rates  
  
• Know about Global Shipping Lanes  
  
• Gain knowledge of various types of ports and facilities available therein  
  
• Know about International Maritime Law & International Regulations  
  
• Understand Maritime Environmental Safety issues  
  
• Know about Careers in Sea Cargo Industry  
  
• You should also be able to answer most frequently asked questions on Sea Cargo Industry 
  

Course Outline:

• 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  
  
• Reference Videos