Shipbroking

Vessel sourcing and introductions for sale and purchase discussions.

A commercial service that helps principals identify and discuss vessel opportunities, with technical insight available where useful.

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How broking sits with the practice

Shipbroking sits alongside the technical practice, so sale and purchase discussions can draw on survey and naval architecture experience. Technical surveys and consultancy remain our core focus.

Sale and purchase
Brokerage support for buyers and sellers of second-hand vessels, from identifying candidates and arranging introductions through to negotiation support and progressing towards closing.
Vessel sourcing
Search and screening against stated requirements (type, size, age, region).
Introductions
Connecting interested parties for discussion of a specific vessel or requirement.
What to send us
  • Type of vessel and size or capacity range
  • Age preference and any flag or class constraints
  • Intended use or trading area
  • Timeline and commercial context

What to send with a broking enquiry

A short, specific brief lets us search and screen efficiently.

Buying or selling
Which side you are on, and whether the approach is open or confidential.
The vessel
Type, size, age and build preferences, together with trading area and any class or equipment requirements.
The commercial range
Budget or price idea, delivery window and the payment or financing structure you expect.
The next step
Whether you want a shortlist, an introduction to a counterparty, or support with negotiation and documentation.

Enquiry

Ready to discuss scope and timing?

The enquiry form opens with this service selected, and you can change it before you continue. We reply by email.

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