Cargo Owners & Commodity Traders
Charterers
Experienced third-party support for charterers who need to look beyond the data and guide their strategy. Scenario-based methodology for evaluating key drivers and potential market outcomes.
Discover More↓Who We Serve
Comprehensive advisory services for every type of charterer and cargo interest.
Oil Companies
Major and national oil companies managing crude and product transportation.
Commodity Traders
Physical commodity traders across oil, gas, and dry bulk.
Mining Companies
Miners and producers managing bulk commodity logistics.
Industrial Consumers
Refiners, steel mills, and other industrial consumers of shipped commodities.
LNG Buyers
Utilities and industrial consumers managing LNG procurement and shipping.
Grain Traders
Agricultural commodity traders and processors.
Challenges We Address
Charterers face complex transportation decisions in volatile freight markets.
Chartering Strategy
Balancing spot market exposure versus long-term commitments.
Scenario-based analysis of cost and risk under different chartering strategies.
Rate Forecasting
Anticipating market movements to optimize chartering timing.
Five-year forecasts with scenario analysis from 40+ years of forecasting experience.
Counterparty Assessment
Evaluating owner capabilities and financial strength.
Market intelligence on owners, fleets, and industry developments.
Newbuilding Decisions
Evaluating long-term charter versus owned fleet strategies.
Comprehensive cost and risk analysis across multiple scenarios.
Contract Negotiation
Supporting negotiations with independent market analysis.
Third-party market views and valuations for negotiation support.
Our Services for Charterers
Advisory services supporting transportation decision-making and strategy.
Chartering Strategy
Evaluate the cost and risk of different chartering approaches.
- Spot vs. period analysis
- Contract structure optimization
- Fleet composition advice
- Risk quantification
Rate Forecasting
Anticipate market movements with scenario-based forecasts.
- Five-year rate projections
- Seasonal pattern analysis
- Supply/demand fundamentals
- Scenario ranges
Trade Route Analysis
Understand supply and demand dynamics on key trade routes.
- Trade flow modeling
- Route economics
- Congestion analysis
- Emerging route identification
Counterparty Intelligence
Understand owners, their fleets, and their strategic positioning.
- Owner analysis
- Fleet composition
- Financial assessment
- Strategic positioning
Contract Support
Independent analysis supporting contract negotiations and disputes.
- Market rate benchmarking
- Fair value assessment
- Negotiation support
- Dispute analysis
Newbuilding Evaluation
Analyze long-term charter versus ownership strategies.
- Cost comparison
- Risk analysis
- Scenario modeling
- Investment evaluation
Why Charterers Choose Marsoft
Third-Party Perspective
Independent analysis from advisors with no stake in the transaction outcome.
Market Expertise
Deep understanding of shipping markets from 40+ years of analysis.
Scenario Methodology
Ranges of outcomes rather than false precision - essential for strategic planning.
Owner Perspective
Understanding of owner economics and motivations from our advisory work on both sides.
Quantitative Rigor
Analysis grounded in data and models, not opinions.
Board-Level Credibility
Analysis that stands up to scrutiny at the highest levels.
Client Results
Delivering value for charterers and cargo interests.
Chartering Strategy Optimization
Latin American Oil Major
Recommended strategy averaged $32,000/day. Savings of nearly $6M per ship per year.
Newbuilding Decision Support
Leading Chinese Oil Major
Third-party evaluation gave the Board the assessment needed for investment decision.
LNG Transportation Dispute
European LNG Importer
Expert witness testimony provided in arbitration.
Optimize Your Chartering Strategy
Contact us to discuss how Marsoft can support your transportation decisions.