Coal & Dry Bulk Chartering
Dry Bulk Chartering & Coal Shipping
Voyage and time charters for coal and dry bulk cargoes, matching every cargo with the right Supramax, Ultramax, Panamax or Capesize vessel.
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Overview
Connecting coal and dry bulk cargo with the right ships
Dry bulk chartering is the core of Ocean Vista Shipbroker’s business. We connect coal exporters, commodity traders, power producers, steel and cement plants with shipowners and operators, and negotiate charter terms that work for both sides.
Our main focus is coal chartering from Indonesia to India and coal shipping from South Africa to India. On these routes we match vessel size and specification to load port draft, discharge port restrictions, cargo type and laycan — drawing on the founder’s experience as a Senior Master Mariner.
We also support the wider shipbroking services that charterers and owners need, from freight indications to post-fixture coordination.
Our Chartering Activities
- Cargo and vessel matching
- Voyage chartering
- Time chartering
- Freight indications and negotiation support
- Laycan and vessel suitability checks
- Market intelligence and commercial introductions
- Fixture and post-fixture coordination
Trade Lanes
Our coal and dry bulk trade lanes
Indonesia to India coal shipping
Coal and other dry bulk from East and South Kalimantan loading areas such as Samarinda, Muara Pantai and Taboneo to Indian east and west coast ports. Typically served by Supramax, Ultramax and Panamax bulk carriers.
South Africa to India coal shipping
Coal and dry bulk from Richards Bay and other South African ports to Indian ports such as Paradip, Gangavaram, Krishnapatnam, Mundra and Kandla. Typically served by Panamax and Capesize vessels.
See more about our origin and destination markets in Indonesia, South Africa and India.
Indonesia (Kalimantan)
Coal loading from East and South Kalimantan anchorages and jetties.
South Africa (Richards Bay)
Coal and minerals from South Africa’s main bulk export ports.
India (East & West Coast)
Discharge at major Indian ports serving power and industry.
Vessel Segments
Bulk carriers we charter
Supramax & Ultramax
Geared vessels of roughly 50,000–65,000 DWT, flexible for ports without shore cranes.
Panamax & Kamsarmax
Vessels of roughly 65,000–85,000 DWT, widely used for coal on medium and long-haul routes.
Capesize
Large vessels above about 150,000 DWT for long-haul coal and iron ore to deep-draft ports.
Charter Types
Flexible charter structures for every cargo
- Voyage charter – a single cargo moved port to port at an agreed freight rate.
- Time charter trip – a vessel hired for one trip with hire paid per day.
- Period time charter – tonnage for months or longer for steady cargo flows.
- Contract of Affreightment (COA) – several cargoes over a period for regular importers.
We help you pick the structure that best balances cost, flexibility and risk.
Cargo Interests We Serve
- Coal miners and exporters
- Commodity trading companies
- Power generation companies
- Steel manufacturers
- Cement producers
- Importers and chartering desks
Vessel Interests We Connect
- Dry bulk shipowners
- Vessel operators
- Ship management companies
- Charterers and commercial operators
- Owners with open tonnage
FAQs
Dry bulk chartering – FAQs
What is the difference between a voyage charter and a time charter?
Under a voyage charter the shipowner carries a specific cargo between named ports for an agreed freight rate per tonne. Under a time charter the charterer hires the vessel for a period of time, pays daily hire and directs its employment, while the owner continues to manage the ship.
Which vessel size is best for coal from Indonesia to India?
It depends on cargo quantity and port limits. Supramax and Ultramax vessels suit smaller parcels and ports needing ship’s gear, while Panamax vessels are common for larger coal cargoes to deeper Indian ports.
What information do you need for a coal chartering enquiry?
Please share the cargo type and quantity, load and discharge ports, laycan, loading and discharge rates, and any vessel restrictions such as maximum age, draft or gear requirements.
Do you handle cargoes other than coal?
Yes. Besides thermal and coking coal we handle iron ore, petcoke, clinker, grain, minerals and other dry bulk commodities.
Have a cargo requirement or an open vessel?
Share the cargo, quantity, laycan and ports — or your vessel’s open position — and we will revert promptly.