Maersk Implements Port Congestion Surcharge for Sohar, Oman
posted by AJOT | Sep 01 2014 at 11:22 AM | Liner Shipping
Due to heavy congestion in Sohar, Maersk Line will be implementing Port Congestion Surcharge (CON) for North America Export cargo discharged at Sohar, Oman. This surcharge is to cover the additional vessel costs associated with delayed berthing in a congested port.
The surcharge is applicable for all export shipments discharged at Sohar, Oman based on gate-in date of cargo at origins. It is paid along with the ocean freight with amounts as below:
USD 100 per 20’ DRY
USD 200 per 40’ DRY
USD 200 per 45’ DRY
USD 400 per 40’ REEF
Effective date:
October 1, 2014 for United States & Canada (based on gate-in of cargo at origins)
Scope: North America(United States & Canada) to Sohar, Oman