2.1.3 INSTRUCTIONS FROM CHARTERERS
The vessel is frequently let out on charter. The relationship between the Company
and the charterer will be governed by the terms of a charterparty. The Master
should
be familiar with the identity and communication details of the charterer
or – if provided – the sub-charterer
be familiar with the terms and conditions of the charterparty and
the letter of instructions issued by the charterer, as any misunderstandings
may cause delay or have a detrimental affect on the Company legally and/or
commercially
seek input from the Chief Officer and Chief Engineer as to the ability
of the vessel to perform to the charterer’s requirements
clarify with the Company any doubts about the ability to perform the
charterer’s requirements or about the meaning of the instructions prior
to commencement of the voyage as well as during the voyage
record in writing any additional instructions received from charterer
and, if possible, for the instructions to be countersigned by the person giving
them.
For special requirements under a charterparty, please see section 2.11.3 Cargo
precautions under charterparty provisions.
If the charterers
withhold essential information, e.g. the cargo manifest or the cargo
details as required to be provided under the ISPS Code, or
if they give instructions which contradict the terms of the charterparty
and the charterers’ letter of instruction,
the Master should record it and immediately seek instructions from the Company.