Ship's agent

How it is used

Usually just 'the agent'. Masters send ETA notices, documents and requests to the agent, who replies with berthing prospects and port information. Agents also handle port costs through a proforma and a final disbursement account.

Example sentences

1. The ship's agent will bring the new crew members on board tomorrow morning.

2. Please contact the ship's agent for the berthing schedule.

Common collocations

• port agent
• agency fees
• disbursement account
• inform the agent

Related terms

• berthA place in a port where a ship ties up to load or discharge. As a verb, to berth means to bring a ship to that place. The word can also mean a bed on a ship.
• ETAEstimated Time of Arrival: the time when a ship is expected to arrive at a port, a pilot station or another point. ETD is the estimated time of departure.
• bill of ladingA document issued by the carrier when goods are loaded. It acts as a receipt for the cargo, as evidence of the contract of carriage and as a document of title that can be transferred.
• notice of readinessA formal notice from the master to the charterer or receiver stating that the ship has arrived and is ready in all respects to load or discharge. It is shortened to NOR.

More terms: Ports & Port Calls

• pilot
• port
• tug
• quay
• anchorage
• port state control
• harbour master