Mistral Shipping
Husbandary services
We now go beyond the typical shipping agency service, to offer a complete set of services including ship spares logistics, crew change formalities, airport transfers, hotel booking and ship supply, that will permit client to have a single operator dealing with all vessel needs.
We work with a selected number of effective and trustworthy service providers to offer a complete portfolio of services capable of responding to all vessel needs.
We can arrange the supply of all required provisions as well as vessel needs such as fresh water and bunker fuels.
It is one of our main concern to maintain Safety & Security at a high standard level during the vessel port call. Our team of agents are well aware of security issues and will always make sure that safety standard are maintained around the vessel area.
If there is any breach of security, they will alert our principal and concerned parties immediately.
Thanks to our fast and efficient customs clearance team, we can manage clearance and delivery of spare parts to vessels in very tight schedules. Our team can organise cargo documents and obtain necessary authorisations before cargo arrival in order to ensure delivery to deck before vessel departure.
We have a unique network of agents allowing us to have a global coverage for the transport, clearance and delivery of spare parts worldwide. Whatever the origin or the destination, our agents on the field have a unique expertise and knowledge of local rules and regulations which makes our deliveries always a success even for very short port calls.
In this type or operations, we know that effective communication is key, which is why our back office work around the clock, liaising with all parties concerned from spares suppliers and airlines to owner and agents at destination.
Our team of agents take all measures to organise crew change operations effectively. From airport transfers to visa authorisations, we make sure everything is in order for smooth running of operations.
Whether crew member is heading home or boarding on vessel, we organise all necessary steps to avoid any delays. We assist crew members for check-in and formalities at airport to ensure he attends boarding of his flight on time.
Our company is very keen to enable vessel crew members go on shore during their port call. We make sure to arrange all visas and shore passes upon vessel arrival.
We do our best also to assist crew members while in the city and direct them accordingly.
Mistral Shipping is a global logistics company with an in-depth knowledge of the North African market. The company was established in 2005 and specializes in Sea, Air & Road freight, Customs clearance, Break Bulk and Shipping Agency services.
