A vessel call sign is a unique identifier assigned to a ship for radio communication purposes. It is used to distinguish the vessel from others in maritime communication systems, including VHF radios and satellite communications.
A vessel omission (sometimes called a port omission) occurs when a scheduled vessel does not call at a planned port during its voyage. This disruption means that the vessel skips the port entirely, which can impact the transportation and delivery schedules of goods.
In cargo shipping, vessel rotation is the planned sequence of port calls that a shipping vessel follows on its route to optimize cargo loading and unloading operations.
The timetable of departure and arrival times for each port call on the rotation of the vessel in question.
A journey by sea from one port or country to another one or, in case of a round trip, to the same port.
Warehouse utilization is a logistics metric that refers to the effective use of available warehouse space for storing goods and inventory.
Order for specific transportation work carried out by a third party provider on behalf of the issuing party.
Logistics yard management refers to the process of overseeing and controlling the movement of trucks, trailers, containers, and other vehicles within a yard or distribution center. This includes tasks such as scheduling, tracking, and coordinating the arrival, departure, and storage of these vehicles.
Bay plan
What is a container vessel bay plan?
A container vessel bay plan is a detailed diagram that shows the exact location of all containers on a ship. It maps the containers based on the ship's layout, identifying their position by bay (front-to-back sections), row (width), and tier (height). This plan ensures that containers are stowed efficiently and safely, considering factors like weight distribution, container type, and destination. Proper bay planning helps optimize loading and unloading processes, making the entire operation more efficient and reducing time at ports.
Who generates the bay plan of a container ship?
The bay plan of a container ship is typically generated by the ship's stowage planner or a terminal's planning department. These professionals use specialized software to create the plan, taking into account cargo information provided by shipping companies. The bay plan is shared with both the ship’s crew and the port terminal to coordinate safe and efficient stowage. By planning in advance, the stowage planner ensures that weight is balanced, hazardous materials are safely stored, and containers destined for different ports are placed for easy access.