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Shipping Agency
Port call management and vessel operations support.
Marine Support Services
Reliable support for vessel and crew needs.
Protective Agency
Independent oversight safeguarding principal interests during port calls.
Logistics
Streamlined logistics solutions beyond the port quay.
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Owner-Focused Shipping Agency
Expert Port Agency Protecting Your Interests in Vietnam
Meticulous handling of documentation, clearances, and operations ensuring vessel efficiency, compliance, and cost control for owners.
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Challenges We Solve
Overcoming Port Call Hurdles for Owners & Managers
Standard agency often focuses only on the charterer's needs. Lightspeed prioritizes owner interests, transforming challenges into smooth operations:
Documentation Errors & Delays
Our meticulous checks prevent costly errors impacting vessel clearance and owner liability.
Slow Clearances & Inefficiency
Proactive planning and strong authority relationships achieve faster clearances, minimizing vessel idle time.
Unexpected Costs & Lack of Transparency
We ensure clear PDAs and provide vigilant cost control with verifiable FDAs, protecting your bottom line.
Navigating Regulatory Hurdles
Our expertise helps you navigate complex local regulations, ensuring compliance and avoiding owner fines.
Our Comprehensive Agency Solutions
Full Agency Services Focused on Owner Needs
Port Entry/Departure Formalities
Handling all procedures and paperwork efficiently for smooth arrival and sailing.
Berth Coordination
Securing appropriate and safe berthing with authorities and terminals.
Customs Clearance (Ship Spares & Owner's Matters)
Efficiently managing customs for critical vessel spares and other owner-related items.
Cargo Operations Liaison
Liaising with cargo interests/agents as required from the owner's perspective, focusing on vessel safety and turnaround.
Documentation Management (SoF, B/Ls etc.)
Accurately preparing, managing, and distributing crucial vessel documents.
Port Cost Management & Disbursement Accounting (PDA/FDA)
Providing transparent PDAs and FDAs, managing payments, and actively controlling port expenses.
Liaison with Authorities (Port, Immigration, Customs)
Acting as your reliable communication link with all relevant Vietnamese government bodies on vessel matters.
Bunker Coordination
Arranging timely and cost-effective bunker fuel supply and delivery.
Survey Coordination
Organizing necessary vessel surveys (draft, condition, class) with qualified surveyors.
The Lightspeed Advantage for Owners
Why Owners & Managers Choose Lightspeed Agency
Faster Vessel Turnaround
Proactive planning and local expertise minimize delays and potential off-hire.
Optimized Port Costs
Accurate PDAs, diligent FDA verification, cost negotiation, preventing overcharges.
Assured Compliance
Deep understanding of Vietnamese regulations protects owners from fines and detentions.
Transparent Owner Communication
Regular, clear updates directly to owners/managers/superintendents.
Proactive Problem Solving
Quick resolution of operational issues with owner interests as the priority.
Entrust Your Next Vietnam Port Call to Owner-Focused Experts
Ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-controlled port calls for your vessels with Lightspeed Marine.
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