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Objective

Learn how to use the Voyage Simulator to determine optimal sailing speeds for meeting laycan windows and compare different voyage scenarios.

What You'll Accomplish

• Calculate the required speed to meet specific arrival windows
• Compare costs and duration across different speed options
• Evaluate weather conditions at various speeds
• Use the RTA (Required Time of Arrival) feature for precise planning

Before You Start

Ensure you have:

• Vessel route details (departure and destination ports)
• Laycan window dates
• Current ETD (Estimated Time of Departure)
• Applicable fuel costs (VLSFO/MGO for ECA zones if applicable)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Set Up Your Voyage Parameters

• Enter your vessel's route (departure port → destination port)
• Input your laycan window date
• Verify the ETD and draft are correct
• Add appropriate fuel costs:
  • VLSFO costs for standard sailing zones
  • MGO costs if sailing through ECA (Emission Control Areas)