Professional Owner's Protective Agent (OPA) by Active Ship Management at Chittagong Port, Matarbari Port, Mongla Port, Payra Port — Bangladesh.
Comprehensive Service Overview
About this service
When a vessel is calling at a port where the agency is appointed by the charterer, it is often in the owner's best interest to have their own representative on the ground. Active Ship Management serves as a dedicated Owner's Protective Agent (OPA), providing an independent layer of oversight to protect the owner's interests. We monitor the charterer's agent to ensure they are fulfilling their duties efficiently and fairly. Our team reviews disbursement accounts for accuracy, oversees cargo operations to prevent claims, and provides independent reporting to the owner. We act as a local point of contact for the Master, providing advice and assistance on local regulations and ensuring the vessel's interests are never compromised.
Scope
Key Features
- Independent Vessel Oversight
- DA Review & Verification
- Cargo Claim Prevention
- Master's Advisory Support
- Owner-Specific Reporting
Our Working Process for Owner's Protective Agent (OPA)
A transparent, step-by-step workflow from enquiry to handover.
Enquiry & Assessment
We receive your requirement via email, WhatsApp or phone and assess vessel details, port, urgency and scope of work.
Quotation & Planning
A detailed quotation with delivery timeline, manpower plan and material list is issued within hours — often the same day.
Mobilization
Certified technicians, spares and tools are mobilized to Chittagong, Matarbari, Mongla or Payra port as required.
Execution On Board
Work is executed on board or at anchorage following class, SOLAS and manufacturer procedures with full HSE compliance.
Testing & Handover
Post-job function tests, load tests where applicable, and a signed service report handed over to the Chief Engineer / Master.
After-Service Support
Documentation, class-ready reports and 24/7 follow-up support until vessel sails clear.
Equipment Used
Calibrated, class-approved tools and machinery deployed for every job.
- Hydraulic torque & tensioning tools
- Portable line boring & welding machines
- Certified rigging, chain blocks & slings
- Load-test water bags & calibrated load cells
- Vibration & alignment analyzers
- Insulation, megger & PLC diagnostic kits
- Underwater cutting & welding equipment
- Mobile workshop vans & spare-parts container
Industries Served
Trusted by shipowners, managers, charterers and terminal operators worldwide.
- Bulk Carriers & General Cargo Ships
- Container & Feeder Vessels
- Oil, Chemical & Product Tankers
- LNG / LPG Gas Carriers
- Offshore Support & Supply Vessels
- Tugs, Barges & Dredgers
- Fishing Trawlers & Coastal Vessels
- Port Authorities & Terminal Operators
Why Owners & Managers Choose Active Ship Management
24/7 Response
Operations desk manned round the clock, 365 days a year — no delays for your vessel.
OEM-Trained Engineers
Certified marine engineers with hands-on experience on all major brands and models.
Genuine Spare Stock
Large ready stock of genuine and quality-reconditioned marine spares in Chittagong.
Multi-Port Coverage
Full coverage of Chittagong, Matarbari, Mongla and Payra ports across Bangladesh.
Owner's Protective Agent (OPA) — Available at All Major Bangladesh Ports
Full-service coverage across the country’s key seaports and anchorages.
Chittagong Port
Main operational hub — 24/7 service coverage across all jetties, anchorages & outer bar.
Matarbari Port
Deep-sea port support for LNG, coal carriers & mother vessels.
Mongla Port
Full agency, spare parts & technical support at Bangladesh's second-largest seaport.
Payra Port
On-call marine service, crane repair & underwater work at Payra sea port.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about Owner's Protective Agent (OPA).