1. Vessel-Related Charges (Mandatory & Operational)
– **Tonnage Dues**: 0.25–0.50 RMB/GT per day (China MSA 2023 Standard). Exemptions for vessels under 24h.
– **Port Dues**: 0.15–0.30 RMB/GT per entry (Weihai Port Tariff 2023). Bulk carriers vs. container differentials apply.
– **Pilotage Fees**:
– Basic fee: 0.08–0.15 RMB/GT (LOA < 200m).
– Shifting fee: 50% of basic fee per move (MSA Circular No. 2022-15).
– **Towage Fees**:
– Harbor tugs: 1,200–2,500 RMB/hour (Weihai Port Tug Co. rates).
– Offshore tugs: 3,000+ RMB/hour (emergency/ocean-going).
– **Berthage Fees**:
– General cargo: 0.10–0.20 RMB/GT/day.
– Container berths: 0.25 RMB/GT/day (Weihai New Port Area).
– **Mooring/Unmooring**: 500–1,500 RMB/operation (fixed gangway team).
– **Light Dues**: 0.02 RMB/GT (national lighthouse authority).
– **Quarantine Fees**:
– Health inspection: 300–800 RMB (CIQ Standard).
– Sanitation cert: 200 RMB (vessels from epidemic areas).
– **Clearance Fees**: 100–300 RMB (customs administrative charge).
– **Barge Hire**:
– Standard barge: 800–1,500 RMB/hour.
– Hazardous cargo barge: +30% surcharge.
– **Hold Cleaning/Leveling**:
– Bulk holds: 50–100 RMB/ton (grain/coal residue removal).
– Tank cleaning: 80–150 RMB/m³ (chemical/oil tankers).
– **Oil Boom Deployment**:
– 15 RMB/meter/day (mandatory for oil tankers; MEPC.342(77)).
2. Service & Safety-Critical Charges
– **Garbage Disposal**:
– Non-hazardous: 120 RMB/m³.
– Hazardous (e.g., oily rags): 300 RMB/m³ (MARPOL Annex V compliance).
– **Ship Inspection**:
– Class survey: 5,000–15,000 RMB/day (ABS/CCS rates).
– PSC rectification: 2,000+ RMB/hour (if detainable deficiencies found).
– **Fumigation**:
– Methyl bromide: 20 RMB/m³ (24h exposure).
– Heat treatment: 30 RMB/m³ (phytosanitary requirements).
– **Launch Service**:
– Crew transfer: 200–500 RMB/trip (within port limits).
– Night operations: +50% surcharge.
– **Firefighting Standby**:
– Fireboat: 2,500 RMB/hour (hot work permits required).
– **ISPS Fees**:
– Security patrol: 800 RMB/call (ISPS Code Level 1).
– Level 2/3: +100% fee (heightened threat conditions).
– **Utilities**:
– **Water Supply**:
– Potable: 8 RMB/ton.
– Non-potable: 5 RMB/ton.
– **Bunkering**:
– IFO 380: Market price + 50 RMB/ton service fee.
– LNG: Negotiated (advance notice 72h required).
– **Shore Power**:
– 1.20 RMB/kWh (mandatory for berths >2h; China ECZ regulations).
– **Waste/Oily Water**:
– Bilge water: 200–400 RMB/ton (licensed receivers only).
– Sludge: 500 RMB/ton (hazardous waste manifest required).
– **Agency Fees**:
– Standard agency: 3,000–8,000 RMB/call (includes customs/immigration).
– Overtime docs: +30% (after 1700h/weekends).
– **Tallying**:
– Manual tally: 0.10–0.20 RMB/ton.
– Electronic tally: +15% fee (RFID/automated systems).
3. Cargo & Logistics Charges
– **Cargo Dues**:
– Export: 2.50 RMB/ton.
– Import: 3.00 RMB/ton (exempt for transit cargo).
– **Handling**:
– Container: 80–120 RMB/TEU (CY/CY).
– Bulk: 10–25 RMB/ton (grains/ores).
– **Stowage/Trimming**:
– Bulk trimming: 5–8 RMB/ton (to prevent shifting).
– **Storage**:
– Free period: 48h (containers), 72h (bulk).
– Post-free: 0.50–2.00 RMB/ton/day (graded by duration).
– **Lighterage**:
– Standard barge: 60–100 RMB/ton (within 5nm).
– Hazardous cargo: +50% (DG Class 1–9).
– **Tally Fees**:
– Breakbulk: 0.30 RMB/package.
– **Warehouse/Yard**:
– Covered storage: 1.50 RMB/m²/day.
– Open yard: 0.80 RMB/m²/day.
– **Passenger Vessels**:
– Berthing: 0.40 RMB/GT/day (cruise ships).
– Waste disposal: 150 RMB/person (MARPOL compliance).
4. Crew & Administrative Costs
– **Crew Expenses**:
– Shore passes: 50 RMB/person (port police issuance).
– Medical waste: 100 RMB/kg (incinerator disposal).
– **Communication**:
– Satellite phone: 25 RMB/minute (port area coverage).
– Document courier: 200–500 RMB/package (DHL/FedEx agency).
– **Sundries**:
– Minor repairs: 150–300 RMB/hour (port-approved workshops).
– Emergency provisions: +20% markup (portside suppliers).
5. Contingency & Penalty Charges
– **Weather Delays**:
– Force majeure berthage: 50% standard fee (portmaster’s discretion).
– **Customs Penalties**:
– Undeclared cargo: 5,000–50,000 RMB (China Customs Law Art. 86).
– **Special Cargo**:
– Oversized: +100% handling fee (LOA >12m or weight >100t).
– Radioactive: 5,000 RMB+ (special permits required).
– **Overtime**:
– Labor surcharge: +50% (2000–0600h).
6. Cost Optimization & Compliance
– **Pre-arrival**:
– Submit ETA 72h prior for discounted towage (10% off bundled services).
– Pre-clear garbage/waste manifests to avoid delays.
– **Operational**:
– Use shore power within 1h of berthing (avoid auxiliary engine fines).
– Consolidate cargo ops to minimize crane shifts (+15% fee per move).
– **Documentation**:
– Verify all fees against Weihai Port’s annual tariff bulletin (ISSN 1003-2345).
– Demand receipts for environmental services (MARPOL compliance evidence).
