Ship Chandling Needs Made Simple in Dubai

Oh to have the life of a sea merchant! To be able to ferry cargo from one port to another, all the while absorbing the rich experience of ocean life and port cultures is a fine dream to nurture. While owning a fine cargo liner is a noble thing to do, one needs all the help they can get, in between sea journeys. The loading and unloading of cargo and the replenishing of ship’s supplies, including fuel and eatables, is a task best managed by experienced personnel. When on the sea, you have strict deadlines to manage. Thus, it is better for you to avail reliable ship chandling services.

Chandling is essentially the supply of services and materials to ships docked in ports. These supplies can be anything from food, fuel, spare parts, and sundries that may be required by the captain and his crew. Considered to be one of the oldest professions in the world, what was earlier dependant on manual labour is now a completely mechanized industry at large. Like in the rest of the world, modern chandling is now an easy function in Dubai. Ships need to only place their orders with a reputed chandling company. The chandlers will have them ready by the time the ship docks in ports. They can then load the supplies into the ships as soon as they dock at the port. Such chandling companies usually track the imminent arrival of ships, in order to stock up on the supplies that might be needed.

Chandling services are like any other support system at seaport. They offer prompt port-side maintenance to ships. The industry exists to reduce turnaround time for ships. In case of an emergency port stop, ships need an able chandling company to get them through their crisis and help them set sail once again, in the shortest possible time.

When it comes to selecting the perfect chandler services at a UAE port, you need to keep certain things in mind. First, you need a company with experience. Experienced chandlers know the best methods to get the work done. Secondly, you need a company that is well stocked with almost all items from an ISSA/IMPA approved catalogue. This will reduce the effort in searching for a one-stop chandling service. Thirdly, you need a chandler that offers services promptly. It is better to avail the services of a chandler that is available round the clock.

Author is representing this article on behalf of GIMSCO. GIMSCO is a leading ship chandler in UAE, engaged in providing Ship Spares Parts etc. For more details, visit www.gimsco.net.