wharfingers

A wharfinger is a person or company responsible for managing and overseeing a commercial port or dock area, particularly the storage and handling of goods stored in warehouses and on the waterfront. They ensure that cargo is properly stored, maintained, and available for loading or unloading ships. Essentially, wharfingers act as the custodians of a port’s freight operations, coordinating logistics, and handling administrative matters related to the movement of goods. Their role is vital for efficient port functioning, ensuring safe, organized, and timely transfer of cargo between ships and land-based transportation.