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| We are V&V Hornsea Enterprises LTD a Cyprus-based shipbroking company with strong expertise in time charter and sale & purchase services, operating discreetly on a private and confidential basis. With a trusted network, global reach, and client-focused approach, we provide tailored brokerage solutions while ensuring professionalism, discretion, and reliability at every stage. |
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| General Cargo Ships, Bulk Carriers, and Container Feeders |
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General cargo vessels are highly versatile ships designed to carry a wide variety of breakbulk cargoes, including packaged goods, machinery, steel, timber, and project cargo. Many are equipped with onboard cranes, allowing them to operate in ports with limited infrastructure. Multipurpose (MPP) vessels fall into this category, as they can transport both breakbulk cargo and containers, offering flexibility to shippers. Bulk carriers, in contrast, are specialized for carrying unpackaged dry commodities in large quantities, such as coal, iron ore, bauxite, cement, and grain. They range from smaller Handysize and Handymax ships serving regional trades, to Supramax and Panamax sizes, and the massive Capesize vessels operating on long-haul routes. Container feeder vessels complete this group, providing essential connections between smaller ports and large container terminals. By distributing and collecting containers from hub ports, feeders ensure efficient integration into the global liner shipping network, supporting international supply chains.
A time charter is one of the most common agreements in commercial shipping. Under this contract, the shipowner provides a fully crewed vessel for a fixed period of time, while the charterer decides where the ship will sail and what cargo it will carry. This flexibility makes time chartering ideal for companies that need reliable tonnage without the long-term commitment of vessel ownership. |
| Tankers – Small, MR, LR, Product, Chemical, LPG, LNG |
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Tankers are among the most important vessel categories, transporting liquid cargoes essential for global trade and energy supply. Small tankers serve regional and coastal trades, delivering petroleum products and chemicals to local markets. MR (Medium Range) tankers, typically 25,000–55,000 DWT, are versatile ships used for carrying clean petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. LR (Long Range) tankers, including LR1 and LR2, handle larger volumes on long-haul routes, connecting refineries with international markets. Product tankers are dedicated to refined petroleum cargoes, while chemical tankers are built with advanced safety systems, stainless steel tanks, and coatings to carry corrosive and hazardous liquids. Specialized LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) carriers transport butane and propane, using pressurized or refrigerated containment. LNG (liquefied natural gas) carriers are among the most technologically advanced ships, equipped with insulated spherical or membrane tanks to keep cargo at cryogenic temperatures. Tankers ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable transport of fuels worldwide.
In practice, time chartering allows businesses to secure vessels such as bulk carriers, tankers, or container ships, depending on their cargo needs. The charterer pays hire for the agreed duration, covering operational use of the ship, while fuel and port costs are usually their responsibility. This arrangement offers stability and planning security in a highly competitive shipping market. |
| Ro-Ro, Ro-Pax, Ferries, Passenger and Cruise Ships |
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Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) vessels play a crucial role in global logistics by transporting wheeled cargo such as cars, trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment. Their ramp systems allow vehicles to drive on and off quickly, making operations efficient and cost-effective. Ro-Pax vessels combine the functionality of Ro-Ro cargo with passenger accommodation, providing transport for vehicles and travelers on popular short-sea and regional routes, especially in Europe and the Mediterranean. Ferries also serve as vital passenger and vehicle carriers, operating on coastal and island connections, ranging from small commuter ferries to large ships crossing international waters. Cruise vessels differ significantly, as they are built for leisure rather than transport, equipped with cabins, restaurants, theaters, pools, and entertainment facilities. They host thousands of passengers on holiday voyages around the world, contributing not only to shipping but also to tourism and hospitality industries. Together, these vessels connect trade, travel, and tourism.
Time charter rates fluctuate with supply, demand, and global trade patterns, which means both owners and charterers watch the market closely. For charterers, it is a way to gain predictable access to ships without the capital cost of buying. For owners, time charters provide steady income and reduced exposure to market volatility. |