Empowerment
Professional Training Sessions
Ongoing Throughout 2025
Pequod’s training programme has been developed to equip professionals with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to navigate the complexities of marine claims and operations. Each session is led by sector specialists and designed to deliver clear, actionable insight that can be applied immediately. Whether attending in person or online, delegates gain practical understanding, sharpened expertise, & the opportunity to engage directly with industry peers & thought leaders.
Specialist Knowledge.
Practical Learning.
Professional Growth.
Pequod Associates, in collaboration with MTD, is committed to delivering high-quality training that supports continuous development across the maritime and energy sectors. Our programmes go beyond theory — each session is designed to offer real-world insight, hands-on learning, and the confidence to apply new knowledge directly within your role.
Pequod Associates, in collaboration with MTD, delivers training programmes designed to build capability, sharpen commercial understanding, and support long-term professional growth across the petroleum and maritime sectors. These sessions offer more than information—they provide practical insight, specialist instruction, and access to the people driving best practice. From technical masterclasses on laytime and demurrage to focused training on petrochemical contracts, risk, and cargo operations, every event is rooted in real-world knowledge. Whether you are new to the industry or refining advanced expertise, these learning opportunities create space to deepen understanding, connect with peers, and stay ahead of regulatory and operational change.
Our Training Approach
At Pequod and MTD, training is built around the real-world demands of global shipping, petroleum, and commodity trading. Each programme is crafted to deliver clear, actionable outcomes, bridging the gap between theory and daily practice. Delegates benefit from structured, expert-led content that reflects current challenges across contracts, compliance, operations, and claims. With sessions led by professionals who understand the complexities of the industry firsthand, our training equips individuals with the knowledge, tools, and context required to make informed decisions and deliver stronger commercial outcomes.
From in-depth masterclasses in laytime and demurrage to focused sessions on petrochemical contracts, environmental risk, and cargo loss prevention, our events are led by seasoned practitioners with frontline experience. Every element is designed to help delegates navigate the realities of modern trading and shipping with greater clarity and confidence.
Benefits of Participation
Training with Pequod and MTD offers direct access to experienced practitioners, legal specialists, and operational experts who understand the pressures and nuances of the sector. Beyond the technical learning, attendees gain the opportunity to ask questions, explore case studies, and engage in open discussion with like-minded professionals. Each session supports continuous development by clarifying evolving standards, demystifying contract clauses, and offering practical frameworks for reducing risk. Whether attending in person or online, the value lies in the clarity, confidence, and connections gained—helping professionals work smarter, respond faster, and lead with greater certainty.
Past Seminars & Events
- Contracts Seminars
- Laytime & Demurrage/Detention Seminars
- Cargo Loss & Contamination
- Operations
- Oil Cargoes: Testing & Analysis
Practical Guidance on Timing, Risk and Recovery
Pequod Associates and MTD have delivered a comprehensive series of training seminars designed to explore the legal, operational, and commercial frameworks that define the global oil and shipping sectors. Covering everything from the structure and obligations of CIF and FOB contracts to the practical application of time bars, BP VOY4 clauses, and key charter party terms, each seminar is developed to enhance understanding and reduce ambiguity. These sessions are structured to offer practical interpretation alongside legal context—giving delegates the tools to apply what they learn directly to real-world contract management and negotiations.
Attendees benefit from the opportunity to examine complex contractual relationships, assess operational risks, and gain insight into industry best practice through interactive, content-rich sessions. Whether focusing on sale contracts, freight arrangements, or terminal agreements, each topic is led by professionals with deep sector expertise and hands-on experience. The programme of past events reflects Pequod and MTD’s shared commitment to delivering training that is not only accurate and relevant, but also genuinely useful—ensuring professionals leave with practical knowledge, greater clarity, and the confidence to make informed decisions in high-stakes commercial environments.
Insight into Commercial & Legal Frameworks
Key topics include the commencement of laytime, where delegates examine the four legal triggers required to start the laytime clock and the implications of associated case law. The seminars also explore exceptions that stop the clock once it has started, helping attendees understand the legal and operational factors that interrupt laytime or demurrage. Differences between demurrage clauses in sale contracts and those in charter parties are explained in detail, highlighting the potential for dispute. Further sessions cover the impact of delayed nominations under oil contracts, how weather delays and strike actions are handled across different agreements, and the treatment of owner’s purposes in time calculations.
Additional sessions address the operational and financial implications of excess pumping, lightering, and multiberth discharge—scenarios that frequently give rise to timing disputes. Delegates also gain clarity on issues such as detention, force majeure, and how time and cost are apportioned through pro rata calculations. The programme concludes with practical guidance on compiling and submitting claims, including the documentation required and strategies for resolution. Each topic is grounded in real-world examples and delivered by professionals with deep legal and commercial experience, providing attendees with the insight and tools needed to manage time-related risks with confidence.
Insight into Commercial & Legal Frameworks
Key topics include the commencement of laytime, where delegates examine the four legal triggers required to start the laytime clock and the implications of associated case law. The seminars also explore exceptions that stop the clock once it has started, helping attendees understand the legal and operational factors that interrupt laytime or demurrage. Differences between demurrage clauses in sale contracts and those in charter parties are explained in detail, highlighting the potential for dispute. Further sessions cover the impact of delayed nominations under oil contracts, how weather delays and strike actions are handled across different agreements, and the treatment of owner’s purposes in time calculations.
Additional sessions address the operational and financial implications of excess pumping, lightering, and multiberth discharge—scenarios that frequently give rise to timing disputes. Delegates also gain clarity on issues such as detention, force majeure, and how time and cost are apportioned through pro rata calculations. The programme concludes with practical guidance on compiling and submitting claims, including the documentation required and strategies for resolution. Each topic is grounded in real-world examples and delivered by professionals with deep legal and commercial experience, providing attendees with the insight and tools needed to manage time-related risks with confidence.
Insight into Commercial & Legal Frameworks
Key topics include the commencement of laytime, where delegates examine the four legal triggers required to start the laytime clock and the implications of associated case law. The seminars also explore exceptions that stop the clock once it has started, helping attendees understand the legal and operational factors that interrupt laytime or demurrage. Differences between demurrage clauses in sale contracts and those in charter parties are explained in detail, highlighting the potential for dispute. Further sessions cover the impact of delayed nominations under oil contracts, how weather delays and strike actions are handled across different agreements, and the treatment of owner’s purposes in time calculations.
Additional sessions address the operational and financial implications of excess pumping, lightering, and multiberth discharge—scenarios that frequently give rise to timing disputes. Delegates also gain clarity on issues such as detention, force majeure, and how time and cost are apportioned through pro rata calculations. The programme concludes with practical guidance on compiling and submitting claims, including the documentation required and strategies for resolution. Each topic is grounded in real-world examples and delivered by professionals with deep legal and commercial experience, providing attendees with the insight and tools needed to manage time-related risks with confidence.
Insight into Commercial & Legal Frameworks
Key topics include the commencement of laytime, where delegates examine the four legal triggers required to start the laytime clock and the implications of associated case law. The seminars also explore exceptions that stop the clock once it has started, helping attendees understand the legal and operational factors that interrupt laytime or demurrage. Differences between demurrage clauses in sale contracts and those in charter parties are explained in detail, highlighting the potential for dispute. Further sessions cover the impact of delayed nominations under oil contracts, how weather delays and strike actions are handled across different agreements, and the treatment of owner’s purposes in time calculations.
Additional sessions address the operational and financial implications of excess pumping, lightering, and multiberth discharge—scenarios that frequently give rise to timing disputes. Delegates also gain clarity on issues such as detention, force majeure, and how time and cost are apportioned through pro rata calculations. The programme concludes with practical guidance on compiling and submitting claims, including the documentation required and strategies for resolution. Each topic is grounded in real-world examples and delivered by professionals with deep legal and commercial experience, providing attendees with the insight and tools needed to manage time-related risks with confidence.
Networking.
Build valuable connections with fellow delegates, legal experts, and operational professionals through interactive training environments that encourage discussion, collaboration, and shared experience.
Knowledge.
Access expert-led training sessions that translate complex commercial and contractual challenges into clear, applicable insight—grounded in current industry realities.
Development.
Leave each session with practical understanding, enhanced confidence, and the tools needed to strengthen your role, support your team, and grow your career.
Trusted Trainers.
Specialist Expertise.
Meaningful Learning.
Pequod Associates and MTD are proud to work with a respected group of trainers and facilitators who bring deep industry knowledge and a passion for professional development. These individuals are not only subject-matter experts, but also active practitioners in the fields of commercial operations, legal frameworks, demurrage, contract risk, and maritime claims.
Each session goes far beyond the textbook—offering case-based learning, operational context, and real-world scenarios that help delegates bridge the gap between theory and application. Whether tackling laytime calculations, petrochemical contract structures, or emerging compliance challenges, each trainer delivers insight rooted in hands-on experience.
Through interactive workshops, targeted exercises, and open dialogue, every training session is designed to challenge thinking, clarify complexity, and empower attendees to make informed, confident decisions. Their expertise is central to Pequod and MTD’s commitment to delivering training that is not only relevant and respected, but truly career-enhancing.
Global Reach.
Local Relevance.
Connected Thinking..
Pequod’s events and seminars are not confined by geography — they are shaped by the global nature of the Petrochemical and Maritime Industries. Whether hosted in key commercial hubs including London, Rotterdam, and Dubai — or delivered in partnership with international clients — each event is designed to address the challenges and opportunities facing today’s global operators.
This international reach enables us to deliver content that is both globally informed and locally relevant, tackling region-specific issues while sharing best practice from across the world. From regulatory shifts to operational nuances, our programmes are carefully curated to ensure every delegate gains insight that is immediately applicable to their area of operation. With contributors and attendees drawn from a wide range of markets, every event becomes an opportunity to broaden perspective and strengthen industry understanding.
With delegates and contributors drawn from across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas, our programmes reflect the realities of operating in today’s interconnected markets. As we continue to expand our events calendar, Pequod remains committed to providing a platform for shared learning and professional development — supporting the petroleum and maritime sectors in their pursuit of excellence through deeper insight, broader access, and connected thinking.