Your vessel is chartered under a time charter party. Under this type of charter party, your responsibility is __________.

Correct Answer: Option C — to the owner for vessel administration and to the charterer for cargo operations and schedule

Time charters involve a division of responsibilities. The owner retains control over the vessel's technical management, crew, and administration, ensuring the ship remains seaworthy. Conversely, the charterer directs the vessel's commercial employment, including cargo operations, port calls, and scheduling, within the parameters defined by the charter party agreement.