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Import
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Demurrage and detention - effective from 1-Jan-2025
Demurrage and detention - valid to 31-Dec-2024
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Country: Portugal
Direction: Import
Effective Date: 01-Jan-2025
Expiry Date: Until further notice
Free time: Calendar days (public holidays are counted as standard calendar days)
Currency: EUR
Invoiced: Per container, per calendar days, per container type & size
Application:
The free time & charges applied will be those in place on the origin price calculation (PCD)
Freetime: “Free Time”is the period agreed between the Carrier and the Merchant for which Demurrage & Detention and Terminal Storage shall not be paid by the Merchant.
Combined D&D: Compensation payable when the Merchant holds Carrier’s Container beyond the agreed amount of Free Time for the combined period of inside and outside the terminal, port or depot.(Invoiced as Detention)
Terminal storage: Compensation for utilizing the port, terminal or depot facilities beyond the agreed amount of Free Time. (Invoiced as Demurrage)
| Name | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
|
Name
Combined D&D
|
Start
Commences on and includes the day that the container is discharged from a vessel.
|
End
Ends on the day that the empty container is gated-in at the terminal, port or depot agreed with the carrier.
|
|
Name
Terminal Storage
|
Start
Commences on and includes the day that the full container is discharged from a vessel or gated-in at inland terminal.
|
End
Ends on the day that the full container is gated-out from the terminal, port or depot.
|
Useful links
- For Maersk SPOT DnD Tariff, please click here
- D&D Calculator, to know more about it, please click here
- Terms for Detention and Demurrage, please click here
Tariff:
- Reefer Terminal Storage includes plug-in/electricity charges
- Reefer container with IMO follows Reefer.
- Non-operating reefer (NOR) is considered as Dry Container.
- Shipper's own containers (SOC) are not subject to Combined D&D and are subject to Terminal Storage.
- Shipper’s Own Container is considered as equivalent to corresponding container type and cargo type. Examples: A Tank with Dry cargo follows terms of Dry equipment, while a Tank with IMO cargo follows terms of IMO.
- Special equipment: Flat , Open Tops and Tank.
- After the Free Time we will apply a progressive calculation: in case free days are exceeded, lying costs are invoiced according to the Tier-group where the days used fall.
- Rail ramp location: the start event is the discharge date for the Comb DMR and DET.
- 45´ cont type will be charged with the rates that we have for 40´ conts.
Import Combined Detention & Demurrage
Portugal Combined Demurrage and Detention - Import - All Ocean ports
Tariff after free time:
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY | 40’DRY | 20 Flat & Open top + IMO | 40 Flat & Open top + IMO | 20’ /40´REEF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from day 4th
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’ /40´REEF
180
|
|
Days after free time expiration
8th to 10th day
|
20’DRY
30
|
40’DRY
60
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
55
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
110
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 11th day
|
20’DRY
50
|
40’DRY
85
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
100
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
180
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
Portugal Demurrage Import (Port Storage)
Demurrage starts as from discharge day (included), ends with gate-out full day (included) from terminal.
Lisbon
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY / 40’DRY | 20 Flat & Open top + IMO | 40 Flat & Open top + IMO | 20’ /40´REEF | Shipper’s own 20’/40´DRY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
2th to 6th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’ /40´REEF
110
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´DRY
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 7th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’ /40´REEF
140
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´DRY
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
8th to 15th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
6 / 11
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
7
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
12
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´DRY
6-11
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 16th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
12 / 18
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
14
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
22
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´DRY
12-18
|
Leixoes (TARIFF LOCATION PTLEX)
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY / 40’DRY | 20 Flat & Open top + IMO | 40 Flat & Open top + IMO | 20’/40¨ REEF | Shipper’s own 20’/ 40¨DRY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
2nd to 6th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
110
|
Shipper’s own 20’/ 40¨DRY
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 7th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
140
|
Shipper’s own 20’/ 40¨DRY
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
Day 6th
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
14 / 27
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
16
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
29
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/ 40¨DRY
12/22
|
|
Days after free time expiration
7th to 15th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
6 / 11
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
7
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
12
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/ 40¨DRY
6-11
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 16th day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
12 / 18
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
14
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
22
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/ 40¨DRY
12-18
|
SINES (PTSIE) and BOBADELA (PTBBL)
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY / 40’DRY | 20/40 Flat & Open top | 20’/40¨ REEF | Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY | 20´/40 IMO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 1 day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
-
|
20/40 Flat & Open top
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY
-
|
20´/40 IMO
40/80
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 4 day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
-
|
20/40 Flat & Open top
8/17
|
20’/40¨ REEF
110
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY
-
|
20´/40 IMO
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 8 day
|
20’DRY / 40’DRY
7 / 14
|
20/40 Flat & Open top
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY
7-14
|
20´/40 IMO
-
|
Country: Portugal
Direction: Import
Effective Date: 01-Jan-2024
Expiry Date: Until further notice
Free time: Calendar days (public holidays are counted as standard calendar days)
Currency: EUR
Invoiced: Per container, per calendar days, per container type & size
Application:
The free time & charges applied will be those in place on the origin price calculation (PCD)
Freetime: “Free Time”is the period agreed between the Carrier and the Merchant for which Demurrage & Detention and Terminal Storage shall not be paid by the Merchant.
Combined D&D: Compensation payable when the Merchant holds Carrier’s Container beyond the agreed amount of Free Time for the combined period of inside and outside the terminal, port or depot.(Invoiced as Detention)
Terminal storage: Compensation for utilizing the port, terminal or depot facilities beyond the agreed amount of Free Time. (Invoiced as Demurrage)
| Name | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
|
Name
Combined D&D
|
Start
Commences on and includes the day that the container is discharged from a vessel.
|
End
Ends on the day that the empty container is gated-in at the terminal, port or depot agreed with the carrier.
|
|
Name
Terminal Storage
|
Start
Commences on and includes the day that the full container is discharged from a vessel or gated-in at inland terminal.
|
End
Ends on the day that the full container is gated-out from the terminal, port or depot.
|
Useful links
- For Maersk SPOT DnD Tariff, please click here
- D&D Calculator, to know more about it, please click here
- Terms for Detention and Demurrage, please click here
Storage - Combined DnD
Tariff:
- Reefer Terminal Storage includes plug-in/electricity charges
- Reefer container with IMO follows Reefer.
- Non-operating reefer (NOR) is considered as Dry Container.
- Shipper's own containers (SOC) are not subject to Combined D&D and are subject to Terminal Storage.
- Shipper’s Own Container is considered as equivalent to corresponding container type and cargo type. Examples: A Tank with Dry cargo follows terms of Dry equipment, while a Tank with IMO cargo follows terms of IMO.
- Special equipment: Flat , Open Tops and Tank.
- After the Free Time we will apply a progressive calculation: in case free days are exceeded, lying costs are invoiced according to the Tier-group where the days used fall.
- Rail ramp location: the start event is the discharge date for the Comb DMR and DET.
- 45´ cont type will be charged with the rates that we have for 40´ conts.
- For Chilled Citrus campaign we will apply a special FT deal per commodity: 7 days for combined DnD and 7 for demurrages with a DTI of USD 240. Effective from 01.05.2024 until 31.10.2024.
Import Combined Detention & Demurrage
Tariff after free time:
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY | 40’DRY | 20 Flat & Open top + IMO | 40 Flat & Open top + IMO | 20’ /40´REEF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from day 4th
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’ /40´REEF
180
|
|
Days after free time expiration
8th to 10th day
|
20’DRY
30
|
40’DRY
60
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
55
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
110
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 11th day
|
20’DRY
50
|
40’DRY
85
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
100
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
180
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
Portugal Demurrage Import (Port Storage)
Lisbon (PTLIS) and Riachos (PTRHS)
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY | 40’DRY | 20 Flat & Open top + IMO | 40 Flat & Open top + IMO | 20’ /40´REEF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
2th to 6th day
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’ /40´REEF
110
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 7th day
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’ /40´REEF
140
|
|
Days after free time expiration
8th to 15th day
|
20’DRY
6
|
40’DRY
11
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
7
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
12
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 16th day
|
20’DRY
12
|
40’DRY
18
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
14
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
22
|
20’ /40´REEF
-
|
Leixoes (TARIFF LOCATION PTLEX)
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY | 40’DRY | 20 Flat & Open top + IMO | 40 Flat & Open top + IMO | 20’/40¨ REEF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
2nd to 6th day
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
110
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 7th day
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
140
|
|
Days after free time expiration
6th to 15th day
|
20’DRY
6
|
40’DRY
11
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
7
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
12
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 16th day
|
20’DRY
12
|
40’DRY
18
|
20 Flat & Open top + IMO
14
|
40 Flat & Open top + IMO
22
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
SINES (PTSIE) and BOBADELA (PTBBL)
| Days after free time expiration | 20’DRY | 40’DRY | 20/40 Flat & Open top | 20’/40¨ REEF | Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 1 day
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20/40 Flat & Open top
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY
40/80
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 4 day
|
20’DRY
-
|
40’DRY
-
|
20/40 Flat & Open top
8/17
|
20’/40¨ REEF
110
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY
-
|
|
Days after free time expiration
As from 8 day
|
20’DRY
7
|
40’DRY
14
|
20/40 Flat & Open top
-
|
20’/40¨ REEF
-
|
Shipper’s own 20’/40´ DRY
6-12
|
| PORT | LISBON | LEIXOES | SINES |
|---|---|---|---|
|
PORT
40RF MSFU
|
LISBON
Terminal Contentores de Alcantara
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
20DC
|
LISBON
REPNUNMAR ALVERCA
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
40DC
|
LISBON
REPNUNMAR ALVERCA
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
40HC
|
LISBON
ALCONT
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
45HC
|
LISBON
Terminal Contentores de Alcantara
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
20REEF
|
LISBON
Terminal Contentores de Alcantara
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
40 HREF
|
LISBON
ALCONT
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
20 OPEN
|
LISBON
Terminal Contentores de Alcantara
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
40 OPEN
|
LISBON
REPNUNMAR ALVERCA
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
40 FLAT
|
LISBON
Terminal Contentores de Alcantara
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
|
PORT
40RF CASC
|
LISBON
Terminal Contentores de Alcantara
|
LEIXOES
Leixoes Terminal
|
SINES
PSA Sines
|
Below are the most common local charges we have in Portugal. They are all subject to change and valid until further notice.
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| Area | Charge Code | Charge Name | Description | Rate | Payterm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Area
Mandatory
|
Charge Code
ODF
|
Charge Name
Documentation fee - Origin
|
Description
This service covers the creation and processing of all standard transport documents (e.g. Bill of Lading).
|
Rate
For details contact local office
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
DDF
|
Charge Name
Documentation fee - Destination
|
Description
This service covers the creation and processing of all standard transport documents (e.g. Delivery Order).
|
Rate
For details contact local office
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
OHC
|
Charge Name
Terminal Handling Service - Origin
|
Description
This service covers the cost of handling a container at the origin port or terminal. This service is applicable to all shipments.
|
Rate
For details contact local office
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
DHC
|
Charge Name
Terminal Handling Service - Destination
|
Description
This service covers the cost of the handling a container at the destination port or terminal.This service is applicable to all shipments.
|
Rate
For details contact local office
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
IMP
|
Charge Name
Import Service
|
Description
The Import Service covers standard charges at destination that is not part of DHC and the charge will be applicable for all shipments.Below items are included in IMP: Port Dues/Agency Fees/First Seal. Only applicable in Bobadela.
|
Rate
For details contact local office
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
Booking
|
Charge Code
COD
|
Charge Name
Change of Destination
|
Description
Any other local service that is not included in DHC but applicable to all shipments.
|
Rate
300 USD per container
|
Payterm
Freight
|
|
Area
Customs Clearance (*)
|
Charge Code
|
Charge Name
Customs Clearance
|
Description
The official process whereby customs authorities inspect, approve, and release goods coming into a country. This procedure ensures that shipments comply with local regulations, that the appropriate duties and taxes are paid, and the necessary documentation is properly filed.
|
Rate
125 EUR / BL 5 Container / 5 HS Code
|
Payterm
|
|
Area
Documentation
|
Charge Code
SWC
|
Charge Name
Switch Transport Document Service
|
Description
This service is provided by the carrier to 'switch' transport documents (B/L's) to show new parties by issuing a 2nd set of documents. A 'switch' is used to prevent the shipper from being visible to the buyer and protects the interests of the cargo intermediary.
|
Rate
45 EUR per B/L
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
Equipment
|
Charge Code
PQC
|
Charge Name
Premium Quality Container
|
Description
The surcharge is applied whenever we offer the service of providing a container of a specific quality. It will cover food grade containers, containers of a specific age, containers for specific commodities (such as electronics). The quality assessment is made and defined by the clusters. This charge includes the cost of having the carrier inspect the empty container to make sure it meets the requirements.
|
Rate
175 EUR per container
|
Payterm
Origin
|
(*) stating that rates given here are indicative and should not be considered as a formal quote as some add-ons might apply.
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