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50+ years of combined experience

545+ successful transactions

Global network of Buyers and Sellers

Global network of Buyers and Sellers

Selling a vessel with an experienced shipbroker

Selling a vessel is not an everyday occurrence for most shipowners. It involves large assets, a multitude of factors, and emotions too: you are selling a vessel in which you have invested years of your life. As a specialised shipbroker, we guide you through the entire process. We translate your goals into a realistic sales strategy, market the vessel in the right way, and protect your interests at every stage of the negotiations. This means that selling a vessel is not a leap into the unknown, but a controlled process with clear steps and agreements.

The shipbroking process:

Step 1

set the course

We discuss your vessel, goals and timing. Together we determine the best route to market.

Step 2

negotiate with guidance

We have qualified Buyers and Sellers and guide you through each negotiation to protect your interest

Step 3

close with confidence

We coordinate all segments of the sale to assure a smooth delivery.

High waves and calm seas, we navigated a few sales cycles:

50+

combined
years

545+

Successfull
Transactions

12.500+

Valuations
Worldwide

Why use a shipbroker when selling your vessel?

Selling a vessel involves much more than just finding the right Buyer and agreeing on a price. You often deal with contracts, financing, inspections, regulations and parties who play hardball. As a specialised shipbroker, we ensure that you are not at odds with the market, but are well positioned within it. Whether it concerns a cargo vessel or another type of tonnage, we filter out serious Buyers, monitor the commercial and legal aspects, and provide you with clear insight into the costs of selling a vessel through a shipbroker.

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Working with Adrem Shipbrokers

Decades of experience

You benefit from a shipbroker who knows market cycles, players and pitfalls inside out.

Personal, direct approach

Short lines of communication, clear language and a single point of contact throughout the entire process.

Strong international network

Access to serious Buyers, Sellers and co-brokers, ensuring your vessel is targeted in the market.

Transparent cost structure

Clear agreements on the costs of selling/purchasing a vessel through a shipbroker, with no surprises afterwards.

Strategic and discreet sales approach

A successful sale requires more than just visibility in the market. The way in which a vessel is presented, what information is shared and when, and with whom, has a direct impact on the final price and conditions. We ensure a controlled market approach in which interest is built up without unnecessary pressure or noise. This keeps the Seller’s negotiating position strong throughout the entire process.

In addition, discretion often plays a crucial role in vessel sales. Shipowners want to prevent their plans from becoming known prematurely to charterers, financiers or competitors. By acting as a central point of contact and carefully controlling the flow of information, we safeguard confidentiality and continuity. This ensures peace of mind during the operation, while the sale is professionally managed in the background.

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Frequently asked questions

1. How do I sell a ship or vessel?

It starts with defining your objective: achieving a swift sale, maximising value, or finding the right balance between the two. We assess the vessel’s specifications and condition, current market activity and relevant regulations to determine the most suitable sales strategy. From there, we position the vessel with qualified buyers and guide the entire process—from presentation and buyer selection to inspections, negotiations, contract documentation, closing and smooth delivery to the new owners.

2. What are the costs of selling a vessel through a shipbroker?

Shipbrokers typically work on a commission basis, calculated as a percentage of the final sale price. The commission is discussed transparently and agreed in advance, so the terms are clear before negotiations begin.

3. Which types of vessels do you specialise in selling?

We specialise in the sale of seagoing general cargo, multipurpose and related cargo vessels, primarily up to approximately 35,000 dwt. Depending on the vessel and market opportunity, we also handle coasters, container feeders and other specialised tonnage within our field of expertise.
Every now and then, we are invited to act as brokers for vessels outside our core segment—and we welcome the opportunity. Our shipbroking expertise and international network enable us to assist just as confidently and enthusiastically with the sale of offshore vessels, tankers, bulk carriers, passenger vessels and virtually everything in between, provided it is seagoing tonnage.
Every vessel requires a tailored sales strategy. Through our established international network of shipowners, buyers and trusted co-brokers, we identify the parties most likely to recognise its particular value. Depending on your objectives, we can approach selected buyers discreetly or market the vessel more widely—always with careful control over its positioning, information and exposure.

4. Why should I engage a shipbroker to sell my vessel?

A professional shipbroker adds value through market insight, negotiation expertise and risk management. While selling a vessel may be an occasional event for you, it is our daily business. We know how to position your vessel, identify and qualify the right buyers, manage negotiations and safeguard your interests—from the first market approach through to closing and final delivery.
By managing the sale discreetly and efficiently, we control market exposure, maintain negotiating momentum and help prevent unnecessary delays and complications. This allows you to remain focused on your day-to-day operations while we keep the transaction moving forward.