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Protecting Your Interests in Egyptian Ports

In situations where the vessel’s agency is nominated by the charterers, Ship Owners often require a trusted local partner to look after their specific interests. Marine Trust acts as your Owners’ Protecting Agent (OPA) to ensure that your vessel’s operations are handled efficiently and transparently.

We act as your eyes and ears on the ground, supervising the charterers’ agent and ensuring that costs are controlled and your crew’s needs are prioritized without conflict of interest.

Key OPA Services:

  • 🔍 Scrutinizing D/A: Checking and verifying the Proforma and Final Disbursement Accounts submitted by the charterers’ agent to prevent overcharging.

  • 👁️ Operation Supervision: Monitoring cargo operations to ensure quick dispatch and accurate reporting of facts (SOF).

  • 👥 Crew Matters: Handling all crew changes, medical assistance, and master’s requirements independently from the cargo operation.

  • 💸 Funds Handling: Secure delivery of Cash to Master (CTM) and settling payments to local vendors on behalf of the owner.

Why Appoint Us as OPA?

When you appoint Marine Trust as your protecting agent, you guarantee unbiased representation. We work solely for you, not the charterer. Our deep knowledge of Egyptian port tariffs allows us to spot any discrepancies in invoices and save you significant amounts in unnecessary port dues.

Frequently Asked Question

To avoid conflict of interest when the charterer appoints the main agent. We ensure your interests (Owner's matters) are not neglected.

Yes, this is one of our primary duties. We handle all crew transfers and logistics independently from the cargo operations.

Absolutely. We audit the Final Disbursement Account (FDA) to ensure all charges are accurate and according to the official port tariffs.