Meaning

Maritime industry plays an important role in international

freight. It can provide a cheap and high carrying capacity conveyance for consumers. It has a vital position in the transportation of particular goods, such as crude oil and grains.

Meaning
Maritime Logistics is the planning and performance of

sending a shipment of goods by sea.

Dominant mode of transport;

- Bulk transport of commodities - Containerized cargo

Large quantities at low costs.

 90-95% of international trade is carried onboard ships of

some sort.
The major ports in the world are Singapore, shanghai,

Rotterdam (Netherlands), Kobe (Japan) and Hong Kong.

OPERATIONS
Operation of maritime industry is divided into:
Liner Shipping

Tramp Shipping

particular goods such as crude oil.

Industry Shipping

supply of raw materials, natural gas.

INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION

IMO formerly known as the Inter Governmental Maritime Consultive

Organization (IMCO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations.

Its objective is safe and secure shipping. It also includes safety, environmental concerns, legal matters, maritime

security and efficiency of shipping.

 A major concern of maritime

logistics is Hijacking Piracy Terrorism

Maritime security includes Physical Security Cargo Security Vessel Security