In days gone by, it was customary for the husband to visit the vessel in the morning and again in the afternoon, and whenever the Captain wanted him to be there. Today, they give the Captain a cellphone, and is only seen on arrival and departure. A good husband will also bring the captain a newspaper, preferably in his own language, if it is not English, at least on arrival, if not daily, This type of husbandry is rarely seen today, probably due to commercial pressures. These days the Captain is more likely to get a newspaper from the pilot. Agents should remember, though, that all Captains report to owners and charterers on the Agent's performance.
Good husbandry is one way to get a good report.
One crazy Captain's report may not carry much weight, but several concurring reports can have an effect in the owners or charter's choices. In civilian terms, the act of maintaining the vessel is not included, but ordering the maintenance services is.