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We provide specific operations of transhipment (loading and unloading) on board ship or at dockside.
They are carried out by handling professionals (dockers, crane operators, maintenance workers, etc.) using port equipment and lifting gear (cranes, gantry cranes).
Transshipment of containers
The containers are fitted with handling aids.
There are several procedures and techniques for handling and preparing them
prior to transport, to ensure that they are delivered in the best possible conditions...
Vertical handling (LO/LO - Lift-On/Lift-Off)
These are the operations involved in loading cargo on board the vessel.
Straddle carriers, gantry cranes and mobile cranes of various sizes
are used to carry out this operation...
Horizontal handling (RO/RO - Roll-On/Roll-Off)
These handling operations are carried out by dockworkers. Present on board ships or on the docks, they are responsible for moving containers and securing them on board the vessels.
Horizontal handling is also called RO/RO (Roll-On/Roll-Off). (roll on / roll off).
Stowage or securing (of cargo)
Goods transported by sea are exposed to external influences, particularly due to water instability and the movements of the vessel.
The stowage of cargo is a very important step during the loading of ships.
Stowage is a set of techniques used to stabilize the loading of containers in order to prevent any incidents, shifting, or tipping during transport.
Pre-arrival of ships
Information on ships, cargoes and destinations is shared between shipowners, shipping agents and port terminals to plan operations.
Piloting, towing and mooring
Pilots and tugs guide the ship to the designated quay. This is followed by the mooring phase, during which the ship is secured to the dock. with cables and mooring lines.
Loading and unloading
Port cranes, gantry cranes or forklift trucks are used to transfer goods between the ship and the quay. Containers: Containers are handled using gantry cranes and straddle carriers. Solid or liquid bulk: Conveyors, pipes or pneumatic systems are used. General cargo: Forklifts or cranes are used for non-containerised cargo.
Control and documentation
The goods are checked (quantity, condition) and the customs and transport documents are updated.
Temporary storage
Goods are stored in dedicated areas (e.g. container parks or warehouses) (e.g. container parks or warehouses) until they are ready for shipment. to their final destination.
Control and safety
Customs controls: The customs authorities check goods to ensure that they are compliant.
Port security: Measures are in place to prevent accidents, theft or malicious acts.
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Coordination of port handling operations
- Cargo condition report.
- Coordination of BORD-BORD transhipment operations.
- Coordination of dockside transhipment operations.
- Coordination of landing operations at the factory and canneries.
- Coordination of technical stopover operations (repairs, maintenance, etc.).
- Providing provisions and other requirements for the ship.
In short, port handling relies on precise coordination between equipment, people and technology to ensure the efficient flow of goods while complying with safety and regulatory standards.
Sea Mar Mer
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Address of operations
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Department
Shipping
