Question 1 Consider an organisation that you work for or an existing one that you are...

 

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Question 1 Consider an organisation that you work for or an existing one that you are familiar with. This organisation should be part of the ocean freight community. Illustrate the role of this organisation in relation to the ocean freight business. Show the challenges that this organisation faces in the industry. (15 marks) The Port of Hamburg handles around 9,000 ship calls a year. These vessels call at its container terminals and facilities that handle Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO), breakbulk and all kinds of bulk cargoes, making it one of the largest seaports in Germany. (a) (b) Besides container ships, distinguish five (5) other types of merchant vessels that can be handled by Port of Hamburg. Give an example of cargo carried by each type of merchant vessel. (10 marks) Question 1 Consider an organisation that you work for or an existing one that you are familiar with. This organisation should be part of the ocean freight community. Illustrate the role of this organisation in relation to the ocean freight business. Show the challenges that this organisation faces in the industry. (15 marks) The Port of Hamburg handles around 9,000 ship calls a year. These vessels call at its container terminals and facilities that handle Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO), breakbulk and all kinds of bulk cargoes, making it one of the largest seaports in Germany. (a) (b) Besides container ships, distinguish five (5) other types of merchant vessels that can be handled by Port of Hamburg. Give an example of cargo carried by each type of merchant vessel. (10 marks)