Course overview
Freight Forwarding is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Freight Forwarding. It covers the principles, the requirements of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Freight Forwarding
- Apply the relevant requirements of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for port, terminal, shipping and marine operations professionals, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Freight Forwarding fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15–19 Feb 2027 | Copenhagen Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 28 Feb – 11 Mar 2027 | Amman Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Mar 2027 | Alexandria Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 Jun – 8 Jul 2027 | Manama Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 Nov – 3 Dec 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 10–14 Jan 2028 | Geneva Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Apr – 5 May 2028 | Casablanca Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 22–26 May 2028 | Tunis Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 6–17 Aug 2028 | Al Khobar Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Sep 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 12–16 Feb 2029 | Kigali Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Sep 2029 | Beirut Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 24–28 Sep 2029 | Nairobi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 Oct – 1 Nov 2029 | Erbil Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 19–23 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 28 Jan – 1 Feb 2030 | Bangkok Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 8–19 Apr 2030 | Lisbon Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 May 2030 | Paris Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Jun – 5 Jul 2030 | Vienna Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Oct 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |