Specialized Expertise for Every Cargo
Stingray Maritime handles over 10 commodity types across 6+ active port locations. Our crews are trained in the specific handling requirements of each cargo — from dust control on cement to grab operations on salt, from stowage planning on wood chip exports to product integrity on fertilizer imports. Every commodity brings unique challenges, and our team brings the experience to meet them.
Our commodity expertise is rooted in founder Richard Tager's 50+ years in the maritime industry, including managing over 350,000 tons of dry bulk annually through Florida Gulf Coast ports. That depth of experience translates to safer operations, faster turnaround, and fewer cargo claims for our clients.
Primary Commodities
Cement
High-volume cement discharge — self-unloading and conventional vessels. 40,000 to 50,000+ MT at Jacksonville, Tampa, and Eastern Seaboard ports.
PrimaryGypsum
Large-scale gypsum discharge with specialized grab equipment. Up to 14 operators per vessel, handling 48,000 to 50,000+ metric tons.
PrimarySalt
Multi-port bulk salt operations from Florida to New England. Vessels from 34,000 to 58,000 MT with dedicated grab equipment and technicians.
PrimaryAggregates
Efficient AGREMAX and construction-grade aggregate handling supporting Florida's building and infrastructure sectors.
PrimaryWood Chips
Export loading operations — large-volume wood chip cargo up to 42,000 MT per vessel. Specialized stowage planning.
Specialty Commodities
GBFS
Granulated blast furnace slag discharge at Tampa Quikrete terminal. Precision handling for cement and concrete manufacturing.
SpecialtyFertilizers
NK3 and specialty fertilizer discharge at Port Manatee. Product segregation, quality handling, and environmental compliance.
Additional Commodities Handled
Beyond our primary and specialty commodities, Stingray Maritime has experience handling a wide range of dry bulk materials. Our crews can mobilize for virtually any bulk commodity at any U.S. port.