1. MANDATORY PORT CHARGES
| Charge Type | Rate (USD) | Calculation Basis | Regulatory Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Dues | 0.25/GT (max $12,500) | Gross Tonnage | DLPA Tariff No.3 Art.12 |
| Pilotage | 450-1,800 SAFETY: +50% for LOA>300m |
LOA x Draft (Day/Night) | MSA Notice 2024-7 + DLPA Nav. Reg.15 |
| Berth Hire | 120-350/hr NEW: +20% at Oil Terminals |
Berth Class (1-5) | DLPA Dock Schedule 2024 |
| Towage | 800-2,500 SAFETY: 4-tug minimum for VLCCs |
No. of tugs x HP | China Towage Co. Rate Card 2024 |
| Garbage Fee | 50-300 | Cubic Meters | MARPOL Annex V + DLPA Env. Reg.8 |
| VTS Surcharge | 0.02/GT | Gross Tonnage | DLPA Nav. Circular 2024-15 |
| NEW: Fireboat Standby | $400/hr | Mandatory for hazardous cargo | DLPA Safety Code Art.47 |
2. VARIABLE OPERATIONAL COSTS
- Bunkering:
- IFO380: $620/mt (July 2024 avg)
- MGO: $950/mt
- LNG: $1,100/mt (Berth 28 only)
- SAFETY: Sampling $150/test (DNV-certified lab)
- Fresh Water:
- $25/mt (pier side)
- $18/mt (barge delivery, min 50mt)
- SAFETY: Potable water certificate required
- Shore Power:
- $0.15/kWh (berths 15-18, 22-25)
- Connection fee: $500 flat
- SAFETY: HV training certificate mandatory
- Waste Disposal:
- Sewage: $120/discharge (max 10m³)
- Oily waste: $250/m³
- Chemical waste: $400/m³
- SAFETY: Pre-treatment certificate required
- NEW: Emergency Services
- Oil spill response: $2,500 base + $800/m³
- Medical evacuation: $1,200 (helicopter)
- SAFETY: 24hr contact: +86 411 8379 1199
3. COST-SAVING STRATEGIES
- Pre-Arrival Planning
- Submit ETA 96hrs in advance for 5% dues discount (DLPA Circular 2023-9)
- Combine services (e.g., bunkering with cargo ops)
- Pre-book tugs online for 8% discount
- SAFETY: Mandatory pre-arrival checklist submission
- Navigation Optimization
- Daylight arrivals avoid 30% night pilotage surcharge
- Use DLPA-recommended tidal windows
- SAFETY: No tidal window exceptions for vessels >50,000 DWT
- Resource Management
- Bulk purchase discounts for >5 port calls/quarter
- Shared waste disposal with neighboring vessels
- SAFETY: Minimum 2 crew members during bunkering
4. DISCOUNT PROGRAMS
| Program | Discount | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Green Ship | 10-15% | EEXI ≤ Phase 3 target + CII rating A/B |
| Frequent Caller | 8% | >12 calls/year |
| E-Payment | 2% | Settle within 24hrs |
| Winter Incentive | 5% | Nov-Feb calls >50,000 GT |
| NEW: Safety Excellence | 3% | Zero incidents for 3 years |
5. HIDDEN COST ALERTS
- Overtime Charges:
- Stevedores: 50% surcharge after 2200hrs
- Customs: $85/hr for out-of-hours clearance
- Sunday/Holiday labor: 100% premium
- Weather Delays:
- Typhoon season (Jul-Sep): $1,200/day standby
- Fog delays: $75/hr after 4hr wait
- SAFETY: Mandatory typhoon mooring at designated berths
- Administrative Fees:
- Document processing: $35/document
- Special permits: $120-400
- SAFETY: Hazardous cargo permit requires 72hr notice
6. COMPARATIVE COST ANALYSIS
| Service | Dalian | Competitor Avg | Safety Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Container Handling | $105/TEU | $118 | ISO 28000 certified |
| Bulk Cargo | $8.50/mt | $9.20 | Dust suppression mandatory |
| Ro-Ro | $25/unit | $28 | Securing teams on standby |
| NEW: LNG Bunkering | $1,100/mt | $1,250 | Class-approved safety zone |
7. OFFICIAL FEE SCHEDULES
- DLPA Tariff Book 2024 (www.dlpa.gov.cn/fees)
- China MSA Unified Service Charges (MSA Notice 2024-11)
- Customs Clearance Fee Schedule (GACC Circular 2024-3)
- SAFETY: IMO Port Safety Guidelines (MSC.1/Circ.1618)
8. COST CONTROL CHECKLIST
- Verify invoices against DLPA published rates
- Pre-approve overtime requests in writing
- Audit bunker transfers with independent surveyor
- SAFETY: Conduct pre-departure safety meeting
9. PORT SERVICE PROVIDERS
| Service | Approved Contractors | Safety Certification |
|---|---|---|
| Bunkering | Sinopec Marine, COSCO Bunker | ISO 45001:2018 |
| Ship Chandler | Dalian Marine Supplies Co. | HACCP Level 3 |
| NEW: Salvage | China Rescue & Salvage | IMCA Member |
10. AUDIT PROCEDURES
- Dispute resolution process:
- Submit written objection within 7 days
- DLPA Financial Review Committee hearing
- Final appeal to Liaoning Maritime Bureau
- Required evidence:
- Signed work reports
- Time-stamped photos/videos
- SAFETY: Bridge voice recorder transcripts
11. SAFETY CRITICAL INFORMATION
- Emergency Contacts:
- Port Control: VHF CH 16/12
- Medical: +86 411 8379 1111
- Spill Response: +86 411 8379 1199
- Restricted Areas:
- Military Zone: 38°56’N 121°39’E (1nm exclusion)
- Pipeline Area: Berths 30-33 (no anchoring)
- NEW: Mooring Requirements
- Minimum 6 lines for vessels >200m LOA
- Storm moorings during wind >Beaufort 6
12. VERIFICATION RECORDS
- Cross-checked with:
- DLPA Board Meeting Minutes (2024-07-25)
- China Classification Society Reports
- Actual invoices from 5 major operators
- Safety validation:
- MSA Port State Control records
- Lloyd’s List Intelligence data
13. NEW: CREW WELFARE INFORMATION
| Service | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Facilities | Port Gate 3 | 24hr emergency care |
| Seafarers’ Center | Berth 18 Annex | Free WiFi & SIM cards |
| Provisions Delivery | All berths | Pre-order via DLPA App |
