Voices from the Bridge
Sailing to a new rhythm
For our seafarers, working on board has changed a lot with the Gemini Cooperation. Although planning is easier, the tightly scheduled network places high demands on the crews – such as higher cargo volumes that have to be handled in fewer ports. What has this change meant for the rhythm of life on board? And what impacts does the crew notice in their daily work? To find out, we spoke to Captains Jens Vogt and Tobias Kammann as they were sailing between Asia and Europe on the “Manila Express.”
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Jens Vogt
Captain
“Will the berths really be available on time? That was our biggest concern. Fortunately, coordination has worked well from the outset. We can usually make up for any minor delays by the next port. Once there, we have a lot of work to do in a short space of time.”
Tobias Kammann
Captain
“The most noticeable change is the very high punctuality of the ships. That’s a really big plus. We can finally plan crew assignments and time with our families much better. But due to the relatively short port stays, even more of our everyday life as seafarers is spent on board.”
More cargo, fewer stops
Port calls in Asia reduced from 10 to 4 with the Gemini Network.
From 10 to 4
Average transport volumes per vessel increased by approx. 30% per year, with up to 10 cranes now working on a single ship.
In total, 340 vessels are deployed across the Gemini Network, with a total capacity of 3.7 million TEU.
More cargo, fewer stops
Port calls in Asia reduced from 10 to 4 with the Gemini Network.
From 10 to 4
Average transport volumes per vessel increased by approx. 30% per year, with up to 10 cranes now working on a single ship.
In total, 340 vessels are deployed across the Gemini Network, with a total capacity of 3.7 million TEU.
Source: Hapag-Lloyd AG
Photos by: Hapag-Lloyd AG, Thies Rätzke Images
Text by: Lisa Wagner
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