Certificate in Container Logistics and Shipping
Course details
Earn a Certificate in Container Logistics and Shipping
Engage in a live learning experience with expert tutors and industry peers.
This course is delivered in two consecutive days through Zoom.
The live session involves discussions and a workshop too.
- ✔ Real-Time Learning & Networking – Connect with professionals worldwide in interactive sessions.
- ✔ Upcoming Live Training: August 13-14, 2025 | 10:00 - 14:00 GMT (London Time)
- ✔ On-Demand Option – Learn at your own pace anytime. Contact us for details.
Course Info
The Certificate in Container Shipping and Logistics provides a practical learning experience on global container shipping and logistics. Covering shipment planning, documentation, intermodal transport, and freight rate negotiation, it equips participants with skills to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiency.
The course explores key terminology, ship and equipment types, cost structures, and industry trends like digitalization and decarbonization. With a focus on real-world applications, it prepares participants to manage container shipments, inland logistics, and operational challenges, enabling strategic decision-making in container logistics.
Content Brief
- ✔ Introduction to Container Logistics and Its Role in Global Trade
- ✔ Evolution of Container Shipping and Key Industry Players
- ✔ Strategic Alliances and Competition in Container Shipping
- ✔ International Container Shipment Process and Customs Procedures
- ✔ Essential Terminology and Types of Containers in Shipping
- ✔ Freight Rates, Cost Components, and Negotiation Strategies
- ✔ Key Documentation: Bill of Lading and Other Shipping Papers
- ✔ Inland Container Logistics: Intermodal Transport and Dry Ports
- ✔ Terminal Management in Container Operations
- ✔ Managing Claims, Disputes, and Real-Life Case Studies
- ✔ Future Trends: Digitalization and Decarbonization in Shipping
Registration & Pricing
- ✔ Early Bird Fee: $449 per participant (Register and pay at least 7 days before the course start date)
- ✔ Standard Fee: $649
- ✔ Includes: Course materials & a digital certificate of completion
Discounts
- Student & Recent Graduate Discount: If you are a current student or a recent graduate not currently employed, you may be eligible for a discount. Fill out our contact form to apply.
- Individual Account Discount: If you pay the course fee from your individual account, you may qualify for a discount. No business invoice is issued if such a discount is applied. Contact us to inquire.
- Other Circumstances? If you believe you qualify for a discount due to special circumstances, reach out to us via the contact form.
Flexible On-Demand Study
Prefer to learn at your own pace? Our On-Demand option lets you study whenever it suits you. Sessions are not live, but tutor support is available when needed. Contact us for details.
Offers & Bundles
- Special Bundle Offer: Enroll in this course plus another from our course list for just US$699 total (available only for early bird registrants).
- Need more courses in a bundle? Please get in touch with us to receive a quotation for bundles including more than two courses.
- Joining with a colleague? You can get a 25% discount at the early bird rate if you register the same course with a colleague or friend and pay US$675. Each participant should register separately and make the payment together. Contact us for separate payment.
Why Attend This Course?
By attending this comprehensive course on container logistics, participants will gain vital insights into the industry's evolution, strategic operations, and future trends. From mastering freight rates and negotiation strategies to understanding terminal management and intermodal transport, this course equips you with essential knowledge for thriving in the global trade arena. Perfect for professionals aiming to stay ahead in an ever-evolving maritime logistics landscape.
Key Benefits:
- ✔ Gain an in-depth understanding of container logistics and shipping operations.
- ✔ Learn essential industry terminology and key documentation practices.
- ✔ Master freight rate negotiations and cost optimization strategies.
- ✔ Understand intermodal transportation and inland container logistics.
- ✔ Develop expertise in managing claims and handling disputes in container shipments.
- ✔ Explore competition, strategic alliances, and market dynamics in container shipping.
- ✔ Stay ahead of industry trends, including digitalization and sustainability initiatives.
- ✔ Participate in a hands-on group workshop to tackle a current container logistics challenge.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for professionals in shipping, logistics, international trade, and supply chain management. It equips freight forwarders, logistics managers, and trade professionals with the knowledge to enhance efficiency and operations in container shipping and logistics.
Policymakers, customs brokers, and business owners will also benefit from insights into optimizing container logistics operations.
Whether you're new to the field or an experienced professional, this course provides essential knowledge to excel in this dynamic world of container shipping and logistics.
Recommended for:
- ✔ Freight forwarders and customs brokers
- ✔ Supply chain and logistics managers
- ✔ Shipping and port operations professionals
- ✔ Trade compliance specialists
- ✔ Import/export professionals
- ✔ Business owners engaged in global trade
- ✔ Policymakers and regulatory officials
Detailed Course Content
- ✔ Introduction to container logistics and shipping
- ▶ The role of container shipping in global trade and supply chains
- ▶ Evolution of liner and container shipping services
- ▶ Key players and their role in container logistics: liners, freight forwarders, and ports
- ▶ Discussion: Strategic alliance formation and their impact
- ✔ Terminology and processes in container logistics and shipping
- ▶ The process of international container shipment and customs process
- ▶ Essential terminology in container shipping and logistics (demurrage, cut-off, free time, FCL, LCL)
- ▶ Container types, sizes, and specialised containers (reefer, open top, flat rack)
- ▶ Containership types and characteristics
- ✔ Freight rates, cost structure and negotiation
- ▶ Understanding freight rate mechanism in container shipping
- ▶ Cost components in container shipments
- ▶ Freight rate negotiation
- ✔ Bill of lading and key documentation in container shipments
- ✔ Inland container logistics
- ▶ Intermodal transportation
- ▶ Mode choice in container shipments
- ▶ Dry ports and inland terminals
- ✔ Container operations
- ▶ Terminal management
- ▶ Container stowage and damages
- ▶ Managing claims, real-life cases, and disputes in container shipments
- ✔ Competition and alliances among container lines
- ✔ Future trends in container shipping
- ▶ Digitalisation in container shipping
- ▶ Decarbonisation in container shipping
- ✔ Group workshop about tackling a recent issue in container logistics management
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