Protecting Agents for Vessel Owners & Operators – Circle Shipping & Maritime Services Ltd.
At Circle Shipping & Maritime Services Ltd. we understand that vessel owners and operators require a trusted partner to safeguard their interests during port calls. As your Protecting Agent, we act on your behalf to supervise the charterer’s appointed agent, ensuring full transparency and control throughout the operation. Our role is to provide independent oversight, ensuring that all port activities and documentation are handled correctly, efficiently, and in accordance with your expectations. We help minimize delays, control costs, and protect your operational and financial interests at every step.
At Circle Shipping & Maritime Services Ltd. we act not just as agents—but as vigilant guardians of your commercial and operational interests. Whether it’s a simple reporting task or full-scale port call supervision, we offer scalable protective agency solutions tailored to your level of need.
Our Scope of Protective Agency Services Includes:
Supervision of Charterer’s Agent Functions to ensure transparency and efficiency
Review of Proforma Disbursement Accounts (D/A) for accuracy and compliance with port tariffs
Receipt and disbursement of Owner’s funds to the head agent
Continuous updates on vessel and cargo status as per owner’s instructions
Verification of cargo documents, Statements of Facts (SOF), and time sheets for correctness
Issuance of Letters of Protest and immediate notification to owners in case of discrepancies
Signing and processing of Bills of Lading on behalf of owners