The complex world of chemicals

Transporting chemical cargo presents unique challenges compared to other bulk commodities, requiring specialized tools and precise planning.

Chemical shipments often involve multiple loading and discharge ports, intricate cargo handling procedures, and cleaning requirements between cargoes. This adds complexity to voyage planning and scheduling. Marine logistics in the chemical sector, therefore, requires expertise in several key areas:

- Knowledge of an array of diverse cargoes

- Alignment with broad regulations

- Specialized vessel requirements

- Complex scheduling and port call management

Historically, industry participants on both the shipowner and charterer sides have relied on Excel spreadsheets and other basic software tools to develop rough cargo plans, manually managing checks such as vessel schedule, compatibility, cargo history, and capacity optimization. 

While this method can work for low-volumes, it quickly becomes inefficient for companies operating across multiple sites, regions, and supply chain partners. Increased complexity, coupled with the need to easily share data and collaborate with partners, demands a more streamlined, systematic approach.

Seaber optimization

Seaber optimizes chemical chartering & scheduling by centralizing all relevant data, enabling users to make informed decisions. Through a blend of data-driven insights, real-time collaboration tools, and seamless integration with leading voyage management and ERP systems, Seaber and its proprietary optimization algorithms empower planning and chartering teams to make optimal decisions every time.

Here’s how Seaber removes complexity from your workflow:

Diverse cargoes 

Seaber centralizes cargo and vessel compatibility data, providing visual alerts for potential violations.

Regulatory responsibilities 

Seaber’s validation engine can be set up to ensure that users are made aware of issues in their workflow, allowing changes to the schedule to be committed only after clearing critical decision points.

Vessel requirements 

Seaber enables full visibility during the vessel nomination process, providing access to both owned/chartered and market ships. Its advanced algorithms help users make the best decision based on factors like capacity utilization, contract data, daily cost/TCE, etc.

Complex scheduling and port calls 

Designed to handle multi-parcel cargoes and multi-port voyages, Seaber’s platform features simulation tools to explore multiple "what-if" scenarios, allowing you to evaluate how different scheduling and chartering options impact costs and performance. With Seaber, you can make confident strategic decisions, supported by data-driven insights.

Seaber’s platform addresses the key challenges faced by chemical producers and fleet owners, streamlining logistics, providing real-time market insights, enhancing collaboration, and supporting data-driven decision-making. By automating routine tasks and offering robust analytical tools, Seaber enables planning and chartering teams to optimize operations, secure better deals, and ensure the efficient transportation of cargo.

Ready to revolutionize your chemical logistics?

Join the Seaber team in Berlin at EPCA58 to discover how our cutting-edge platform can transform your planning processes and strengthen your supply chain. Schedule a personalized demo and experience the future of chemical logistics management.

Contact Robert or Sebastian here: https://seaber.io/contact-us