The ICS Tutorship on Port Agency, conducted by Capt. Devashish Basu, is a structured video-based learning programme designed specifically for students preparing for the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) examinations. This course is ideal for aspiring shipbrokers, seafarers transitioning ashore, and maritime professionals who want a clear, exam-focused understanding of port agency operations. Delivered through 10 comprehensive recorded video chapters, the course ensures complete coverage of the official ICS syllabus while making complex concepts easy to grasp through practical explanations,
The video tutorials cover all the key areas outlined in the ICS Port Agency syllabus. Starting with an introduction to various ship types, students will learn about dry bulk carriers, tankers, container vessels, and multi-purpose ships, including their design, equipment, and cargo-handling systems.
The syllabus further delves into ship registration types, classification societies, port state control, and surveys including pre-loading, draft, bunkers, and on-/off-hire inspections.
In-depth modules focus on port agency operations, where students will understand the agent's role in arranging services with terminal operators, stevedores, pilotage, towage, provisioning, crew welfare, and medical support. Documentation procedures are covered in detail—ranging from customs clearance, immigration, and health inspections to the issuing of shipping documents, bills of lading, manifests, and cargo declarations.
Finally, the course teaches financial aspects like compiling final disbursement accounts, managing funds, collecting freight, and recovering overdue payments. Emphasis is also placed on the role of technology, port community systems, and developments in paperless trade.
By the end of the course, students will be well-equipped to sit the ICS exam with confidence and pursue a successful career in port agency services.
Devasish Basu
Capt. Basu is a highly respected shipping professional with over four decades of rich experience across sailing and shore-based operations. Having served on a wide range of vessels — including general cargo ships, tankers, bulk carriers, passenger ships, and OBOs — he rose through the ranks to Master before transitioning ashore. His shore career includes leadership roles in chartering, broking, agency management, and port operations, with over 21 years dedicated to heading major divisions in reputed shipping companies. An ex-pilot with the Gujarat Maritime Board and a senior leader at organizations like Parekh Marine, Everett India, and Essar Shipping, Capt. Basu is deeply passionate about mentoring the next generation of maritime professionals. Currently serving as visiting faculty at Navi Mumbai MTI, he brings a wealth of practical knowledge, strategic insight, and a lifelong commitment to maritime excellence to his courses.
Rating:
Price:
₹ 14999
Language:
English
Length:
18:30:00
Intended for:
Professionals preparing for ICS Examination
Reference:
Topics:
12 Sections . 36 lectures . 18h 13m total length
6 min
22 min
2.1 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 1
Topics covered in this session:
- Introduction
- The Ship
- Ship Size
- GRT & NRT
36 min
2.2 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 2
Topics covered in this session:
- Introduction
- Principal Dimensions and definitions.
- Ship Plans.
- Navigational Aids.
32 min
2.3 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 3
Topics covered in this session:
- Ship Types
- The Bulk Carrier
- Internal Design
- Bulk Carrier design problems.
17 min
2.4 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 4
Topics covered in this session:
- Ship Types
- Cement Carriers
- Tween Deck Vessels
17 min
2.5 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 5
Topics covered in this session:
- Ship Types
- Types of Tankers
- Oil tankers
25 min
2.6 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 6
Topics covered in this session:
- Ship Types
- Chemical and Parcel Tankers
- Gas carriers
- LPG/ LNG
25 min
2.7 Port Agency | Chapter 1 - Part 7
Topics covered in this session:
- Ship Types
- Specialised dry cargo ships.
- Container ships
- Roll On / Roll Off
- Barge Carriers
29 min
3.1 Port Agency | Chapter 2 - Part 1
Topics covered in this session:
- Registration and Classification
- Registration of vessels.
- UNCLOS
- Flag Of Convenience
34 min
3.2 Port Agency | Chapter 2 - Part 2
Topics covered in this session:
- Registration and Classification
- Attitude towards Flag of Convenience
- Offshore Flag / Second registers
- Tonnage tax
- Port state control
- Classification
32 min
4.1 Port Agency | Chapter 3 - Part 1
Topics covered in this session:
- Safety Certificates and surveys
- Introduction
- Safety certificates
- Load Line Certificates
- Safety Construction Certificate
- Safety radio certificate
- IOPP
37 min
4.2 Port Agency | Chapter 3 - Part 2
Topics covered in this session:
- Safety Certificates and surveys
- Safety management Certificate
- Ship Security Certificate
- Cargo Gear Certificate
- De-ratting Certificate
- Safe Manning Certificate
- Grain Stability booklet
- Cargo Securing Manual
- Hazardous Cargo
- Maritime declaration of health
- Light Dues and similar certificates
- Other surveys and inspections
- Lloyd’s agents
- Other Inspection / Survey of ships
37 min
5.1 Port Agency | Chapter 4 - Part 1
Topics covered in this session:
- Charterparties Introduction
- Construction of voyage charterparties
- Loading place and cargo
- Loading rates
- Laydays and cancelling dates (Laycan)
- Cost of Loading and discharge
- Notices
- Opening and closing of Hatches
20 min
5.2 Port Agency | Chapter 4 - Part 2
Topics covered in this session:
- Charterparties
- Bills of lading
- Terminology and abbreviations
41 min
5.3 Port Agency | Chapter 4 - Part 3
Topics covered in this session:
- Charterparties
- Time Charter
- Delivery / Redelivery
- The Agent’s influence upon the charter
- Port agent’s role in charterparty negotiations
- Port agent’s role in charterparty implementations
33 min
6.1 Port Agency | Chapter 5 - Part 1
Topics covered in this session:
- Time Counting
- Introduction
- The importance of time
- Loading / Discharging rates
- When time commences to count.
30 min
6.2 Port Agency | Chapter 5 - Part 2
Topics covered in this session:
- Time Counting
- Notice Of Readiness
- Demurrage and Despatch
- Time which does not count towards Laytime
38 min
6.3 Port Agency | Chapter 5 - Part 3
Topics covered in this session:
- Time Counting
- Damages and Detentions
- Despatch
- Statement Of Facts and Time Sheet
47 min
7.1 Port Agency | Chapter 6 - Part 1
Topics covered in this session:
- Operations
- Introduction
- The Arrangement and supply of Services on behalf of the principal.
22 min
7.2 Port Agency | Chapter 6 - Part 2
Topics covered in this session:
- Port Operations
- The Ship
- Bunkering
40 min
7.3 Port Agency | Chapter 6 - Part 3
Topics covered in this session:
- Operations
- Port Operations – Declaration and Arrangement
- The Ship’s Company (Agent)
52 min
8.1 Port Agency | Chapter 7 - Part 1
Cargo Documentation
- Introduction
- Manifest
- Mate’s receipt
- Standard shipping note
- Bill of Lading
- The bill of lading as a receipt
33 min
8.2 Port Agency | Chapter 7 - Part 2
Cargo Documentation
- The Bill Of lading as evidence of contract
- The Bill Of lading as a document of title
- The discharging port agent and the bill of lading
37 min
8.3 Port Agency | Chapter 7 - Part 3
Cargo Documentation
- Collecting Freight
- Letters of indemnity
- Quality Certificates
- Other Cargo Documents
36 min
9.1 Port Agency | Chapter 8 - Part 1
Geography Of Trade
- Introduction
- Trading Restraints
- Navigational
- Political
- Labour
50 min
9.2 Port Agency | Chapter 8 - Part 2
Geography Of Trade
- Port
- Places of Source
- Regions of Consumptions
- Economic factors
- The Environmental issues
40 min
10.1 Port Agency | Chapter 9 - Part 1
Port Agents and the Law
- Introduction
- Some general practical points upon port agency anr the law with particular reference to liability.
32 min
10.2 Port Agency | Chapter 9 - Part 2
Port Agents and the Law
- Practical duties and obligations
- Standard trading conditions
- Noting protest
- P&I Associations
44 min
10.3 Port Agency | Chapter 9 - Part 3
Port Agents and the Law
- General Average
- Insurance cover for the prudent port agent
31 min
11.1 Port Agency | Chapter 10 - Part 1
Relationship with Principals
- Relation with the party who nominated the agent
34 min
11.2 Port Agency | Chapter 10 - Part 2
Relationship with Principals
- Relation with the party who nominated the agent
1 min
11.3 Port Agency | Chapter 10 - Part 3
Relationship with Principals
- Disbursement accounting
- The Disbursement account
- The Pro-forma disbursement account
- Division of costs
- The final disbursement invoice
- Recoveries from delinquent principals
30 min
11.4 Port Agency | Chapter 10 - Part 4
Topics covered in this session:
- Relationship with Principals
- Cash Flow
- Office Organisation
- Operational accounting
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