Tanker Chartering Services: Global Vetting and Operational Excellence for Refined Products
Tanker Chartering is the specialized service of hiring a vessel to transport liquid cargo, such as crude oil, refined petroleum products, and other chemicals….
For high-value, sensitive refined products, tanker chartering is a mission-critical process—it is the construction of The Argo Marine Bridge. At Argo Refined Group, our chartering service is an integrated risk management solution, not simply a brokerage function.
We specialize exclusively in securing, vetting, and managing the ideal tanker tonnage (Medium Range, LR1, LR2) required for the safe, compliant, and cost-effective maritime transport of refined petroleum products, including EN590 Diesel, Jet A-1, Naphtha, and Fuel Oil.
Our expertise ensures that the vessel matched to your cargo is operationally sound, commercially viable, and fully compliant with the most rigorous international standards.
The Argo Difference: Vetting and Suitability
The integrity of a refined product cargo is paramount. Unlike crude oil shipping, the cleanliness and operational history of a refined products tanker directly impacts the quality of your fuel (e.g., preventing transmix or contamination).
1. Argo Vetting Standards (AVS)
- Refined Product Compatibility: Verify previous cargo history and tank cleaning records to ensure suitability for high-grade fuels like low-sulfur diesel.
- Safety & Inspection: Review current inspection reports (including SIRE and TMSA) to assess structural integrity, crew competence, and safety management systems. Only vessels with impeccable records are considered.
- P&I and Flag State: Confirm robust Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance coverage and clear standing with the vessel’s Flag State, reducing legal and financial risk.
2. Operational Suitability
- Size and Type: Secure the optimal size (e.g., MR tanker for regional deliveries or LR for long-haul routes) to ensure efficient lifting and minimize freight costs.
- Port Compliance: Ensure the vessel’s dimensions (LOA, Beam, Draft) and equipment meet loading and discharge terminal regulations.
Commercial Negotiation & Cost Optimization
- Favorable Charter Terms: Negotiate contracts that protect your interests, defining laytime, demurrage, and speed/consumption warranties to minimize idle time and control costs.
- Charter Strategy: Advise on the best contractual structure (Voyage Charter or Time Charter) to align with trading strategy and risk appetite.
- Full Freight Transparency: Provide a transparent breakdown of all costs, including bunker fuel pricing (MGO/VLSFO), port charges, canal fees, and agency costs.
Seamless Integration and Compliance Control
Tanker Chartering is a critical link in the Argo Refined Continuum. Our service flows seamlessly from sourcing directly into operational execution.
| Area of Control | Argo’s Expertise | Benefit to Client |
| Route & Speed Planning | Collaboration between chartering and operations teams to optimize speed for maximum fuel efficiency while adhering to the delivery schedule. | Time & Cost Savings: Delivery windows are met with the most economical use of vessel resources. |
| Regulatory Assurance | Rigorous sanctions screening and compliance checks on vessel owner, operator, and flag state before a fixture is confirmed. | Risk Elimination: Zero exposure to regulatory breaches or delays from non-compliant assets. |
| Documentation Oversight | Ensure correct issuance of the Bill of Lading (B/L) and other shipping documents at loading, preventing customs or legal delays at destination. | Smooth Discharge: Paperwork is accurate and prepared to facilitate rapid final delivery. |
Secure Your Next Shipment with Confidence
In refined products shipping, the tanker is your floating warehouse. You need a partner that treats its security, quality, and compliance with the utmost seriousness.
Argo Refined Group provides the expertise and control to charter with absolute confidence. Let us manage vessel procurement and management, so you can guarantee supply to your customers.
Contact our dedicated Tanker Chartering Desk today to secure a fully vetted and compliant vessel for your next refined product delivery.