Sea shipping & vessel chartering

At Peterson, sea chartering matches cargo types, volume, and time frames. We act as a strategic chain partner and logistics expert, relieving customers of their full logistics challenges. Needs are assessed and the supply chain optimized to cut waste and sea transport costs. Smart vessel pooling and sharing utilize available capacity and avoid costly spot hire. Peterson is more than logistics.

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    Cost-effective cargo transport

    We at Peterson charter deep sea and short sea shipping across Northern and Southern Europe as part of our shipping services. We match bulk and general cargo requirements to suitable seagoing and coastal vessels, and we can combine multiple shipments. Sharing and pooling models help deliver the most cost-effective option for each movement.

    • Charter vessels for grain, oilseed, fertiliser and animal feed bulk cargoes

    • Handle industrial materials including iron, scrap, coal, soda ash and fly ash

    • Arrange general cargo, plus special and heavy lift transport for varied projects

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    Our solution always fits your demands

    We at Peterson remove complexity from vessel chartering by working closely with you, defining scope and requirements, screening the market and then recommending the most suitable vessel based on clear technical and commercial data.

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    Step 1

    We establish a full understanding of your needs, including work type, requirements, scope and time frames.

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    Step 2

    We explore the market and build a shortlist of suitable vessels. We share technical specifications such as marine assurance, fuel consumption and type, dynamic positioning capabilities, and available space above and under deck.

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    Step 3

    We review the shortlist with you and then liaise with vessel owners to resolve questions. We make a final recommendation on which vessel to hire.

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    Reliable chartering

    Our dedicated chartering team brings years of experience, flexible market access and solution-oriented support, so you can move cargo reliably while keeping marine costs under control.

    • One-stop-shop for logistics, inspections, lab analyses, certifications and pest management

    • Pooling and sharing models that can reduce spot hire costs by up to 90%

    • Reliable, quality-focused partner known for long-term relationships and keeping agreements

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    We stay flexible and solution-oriented, delivering custom chartering options and resolving complex or unexpected situations while keeping the focus on efficiency and cost control.
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    Frequently asked questions about our Sea shipping & vessel chartering solutions.

    Yes. We reduce logistics costs by using vessel pooling and sharing of marine vessels, improving utilisation and avoiding spot hire. Where spot hire is avoidable, savings can be up to 90%, and we can calculate the potential savings for your routes and volumes.

    We use an ad-hoc sharing agreement called Aberdeen Marine Logistics Alliance (AMLA) to match smaller cargo volumes with available vessel capacity, so you can avoid hiring a dedicated vessel.

    We ensure fairness by administering the pool through an independent facilitator. A legal framework, marine operations manual assurance policies and a transparent cost allocation model help ensure all participants pay a proportionate share of combined costs and benefit fairly from economies of scale

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    Your trusted supply chain partner

    From planning, transportation and distribution, warehousing, inspections, certifications, testing and sustainability consultancy. You can trust your supply chain with us.

    Peterson is more than logistics.

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    Supply chain solutions

    Peterson drives the supply chain forward. Smart, sustainable, and future-oriented.
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    Deep industry experience built over generations.
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    Feed

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