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Container Vessel Operations & Tally Services

At Mercantile Cargo Terminal Operations Ltd. (MCTO), we go beyond traditional tallying by integrating closely with shipping lines’ central planners to align loading plans with Cargo Bay Factors (CBF) and the actual cargo available.

This ensures vessels sail safely and efficiently from East African ports, minimizing risks and maximizing operational accuracy.

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Illustrative 3D scene of a quay crane transferring a container with a spreader while a tally clerk supervises from a safe area.

End-to-End Container Monitoring

Our skilled workforce is equipped with the latest Terminal Operating Systems (TOS), enabling full-cycle container monitoring:

  1. Gate-in Control

    Tracking containers from the moment they enter the terminal.

  2. Yard Management

    Coordinating stacking, positioning, and inventory visibility.

  3. Vessel Loading

    Ensuring precise reconciliation between planned stowage and actual cargo loaded.

This seamless monitoring guarantees transparency, accountability, and faster vessel turnaround.

Advanced Technology Investment

MCTO stands out as the only tally firm in East Africa heavily invested in cutting-edge systems, including:

LogStar

Comprehensive end-to-end visibility across gates, yards, and vessels.

Terminal view
Terminal cargo journey illustrationA terminal gate, container yard and vessel alongside the quay. Cargo positioned in the yard.
An illustrative container journey from the terminal gate, through the container yard, to a vessel alongside the quay. The highlighted container shows the selected stage. This is not live cargo data.

MACS3 by Navis

Industry-recognized stowage planning and vessel visualization software.

Vessel view
Container vessel planning illustrationAn oblique wireframe vessel with six groups of container stacks. Section 3 is highlighted. Inspired by the planning illustrations in MCTO’s company profile.
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Cross-section
A profile-inspired illustration of container bays along a vessel. The highlighted bay is also shown in cross-section. Colours are illustrative and do not represent live cargo data.

By combining these platforms, we deliver unmatched operational discipline and efficiency, setting new standards in cargo handling and vessel operations.

Skilled & Disciplined Workforce

Digital systemsTraditional tallying
AI-generated editorial scene of Kenyan port personnel consulting a tablet and checking paper tally sheets.

Our personnel are not only trained in traditional tallying but also proficient in modern digital systems. This dual expertise allows us to:

  • Expedite operations through real-time data capture and reporting.

  • Support shipping lines in saving operational windows by reducing delays.

  • Enhance safety and compliance through accurate stowage alignment.