Tanker Operations and Demurrage Training Courses
Haugen Consulting LLC, a leading international demurrage consulting firm based in Lexington, Virginia, successfully trains delegates in tanker operations, laytime and demurrage through these practical business courses designed for the shipping industry. These information filled demurrage training courses increase knowledge of the intricacies of laytime and demurrage issues and provides cost-effective solutions in order to minimize disputes. The programs reinforce charter party obligations between shipowners and charterers, as well as sales contract demurrage, as distinguished under both U.S. and English law. Additionally, course participation will broaden awareness of common demurrage pitfalls, best business practices, and will facilitate networking with industry contacts whilst providing a friendly forum for discussing specific laytime and demurrage issues.
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This introductory one-day course provides an overview of tanker and terminal operations. Participants will learn key shipping concepts, such as:
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This introductory two day course provides an overview of laytime calculations, demurrage analysis, charter parties, and facilitates a working knowledge of tanker and terminal operations. Participants will learn key shipping and demurrage concepts, such as:
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"This introductory demurrage course contains a lot of useful and practical information which is a very important tool for demurrage management. It will help me a lot in dealing with vessel owners and to improve our operations performance."
"Overall, an outstanding demurrage course for a beginner. I will recommend this course to others and look forward to attending the Advanced Demurrage Course at another time."
"Very pleased with presentation and interaction prompted by the instructors. Not only learned a lot from the instructors but also from fellow participants."
This advanced demurrage course elaborates on complex demurrage issues; in-depth analysis of charter parties and protective clauses; ways to limit liability and maximize collection through improved terms; understand frequently disputed issues and ways to eliminate the cause; and, discuss key arbitration awards and landmark decisions that are instrumental in successful demurrage resolution. Some key items to be covered include:
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"This is a very complex area within the maritime industry. More people need to understand it and continue learning about it. The instructors are very professional and knowledgeable, very well organized."
"I thought I did not really need the Advanced Demurrage course, but all in all I came out with a lot more info. I believe that in many offices demurrage is an underestimated aspect of the shipping business."
"Great demurrage course – very educational and stimulating."
Chartering personnel, shipping personnel, terminal operators, surveyors, logistics coordinators, schedulers, demurrage analysts, brokers, agents, sales and marketing personnel, administrative personnel and anyone interested in broadening their knowledge as described in the relative course outlines in order to improve their company's bottom line. Although some personnel may not be directly involved in demurrage handling, such as terminal operators or surveyors, their increased demurrage knowledge and our suggested business practices will help to protect their principals' interests thereby adding significant value to their company's services. This is an ever evolving industry--individuals at all levels of experience will gain valuable information that will enhance business performance.
You can view a list of companies that have attended our training courses here.
Delegates will receive a comprehensive course book and workbook upon arrival. In addition to the lectures, case studies, and hands-on exercises the speakers will provide ample opportunities for questions and discussions. Certificates will be awarded to those successfully completing the course.
Programs begin at 9:00am and end at 4:00pm.
Intro to Tanker Operations Training Course
- New York - May 12, 2008
- Houston - September 15, 2008
- Amsterdam - September 22, 2008
- Singapore - October 20, 2008
Intro to Demurrage Training Course
- New York - May 13-14, 2008
- Houston - September 16-17, 2008
- Amsterdam - September 23-24, 2008
- Singapore - October 21-22, 2008
Advanced Demurrage Training Course
- New York - May 15-16, 2008
- Houston - September 18-19, 2008
- Amsterdam - September 25-26, 2008
- Singapore - October 23-24, 2008
HoustonCourtyard Marriott by the Galleria2900 Sage Road Houston, TX 77056 Reservations: (713) 622-3611 |
AmsterdamCrowne PlazaNieuwezijds Voorburgwal 5 1012 RC Amsterdam Tel. +31(0)20-6 200 500 |
New YorkBest Western Seaport Inn33 Peck Slip New York, NY 10038 Tel. (212) 766-6600 |
SingaporeSingapore Marriott Hotel320 Orchard Road Singapore 238865 Tel. +65 6831 4627 |
- Please contact the hotel directly to book guest rooms.
- Lunch and refreshments are provided daily.
Kathleen Haugen, Managing Director, Haugen Consulting LLC, has successfully represented leading petroleum and petrochemical producers, traders and brokers in the areas of ship operations, chartering, demurrage management, and arbitration representation over the past 20 years. With a diverse business background, Ms. Haugen provides firsthand knowledge gained through successful work experience and will offer practical solutions regarding your shipping and demurrage concerns.
Brendan Hoffman, Senior Demurrage/Business Analyst, Haugen Consulting LLC. Brendan works on behalf of Shipowners, Charterers, Suppliers and Receivers through his clear understanding of charter parties, sales contracts and the intricacies of the maritime industry. Be it within the confines of Haugen Consulting or staffed within the offices of a client, Brendan's analytical skills and thorough knowledge of barges, crude, product and chemical tankers allows him to successfully maximize collection of issued demurrage claims while reducing received demurrage liability.

