In a Demise Charter, which is the charterer's responsibility?

In a Demise Charter, which is the charterer's responsibility?

• A. Full operational control, maintenance, insurance
• B. Deliver a seaworthy vessel
• C. Freight cost
• D. Crew wages

Answer: (A)

In a demise (bareboat) charter, the charterer takes full control of the vessel and becomes responsible for running it. This includes handling and paying for maintenance and repairs, arranging and paying for hull and machinery insurance, and generally managing day-to-day operations. The owner’s role is to provide a vessel that is seaworthy at the start and to remain the legal owner, but not to manage the vessel’s operation during the charter. Therefore, the charterer’s responsibilities center on operational control, maintenance, and insurance.

In a demise (bareboat) charter, the charterer takes full control of the vessel and becomes responsible for running it. This includes handling and paying for maintenance and repairs, arranging and paying for hull and machinery insurance, and generally managing day-to-day operations. The owner’s role is to provide a vessel that is seaworthy at the start and to remain the legal owner, but not to manage the vessel’s operation during the charter. Therefore, the charterer’s responsibilities center on operational control, maintenance, and insurance.