Port Disbursement Guides of Nanjing Port

1. Vessel-Related Charges

• Tonnage Dues:
  • International vessels: ¥0.35/GT (min ¥5,000, max ¥50,000)
  • Domestic vessels: ¥0.25/GT (min ¥3,000, max ¥30,000)
  • Green Ship discount: 15% with valid IMO certification
  • Military/state vessels: 50% reduction
• Port Dues:
  • First 24hrs: ¥0.50/GT
  • Additional days: ¥0.20/GT/day (prorated hourly after 24hrs)
  • Free period: First 2hrs for quick turnaround
  • Quarterly prepayment: 5% discount (min ¥100,000 commitment)
• Pilotage Fees:
  • Inbound/outbound: ¥0.15/GT (min ¥3,000, max ¥15,000)
  • River section (Wuhan-Nanjing): Additional ¥0.05/GT
  • Night pilotage (2200-0600): 20% surcharge
  • Emergency pilotage: Double standard rate
• Tug Assistance:
  • 2,400HP: ¥4,800/hour (2hr minimum)
  • 3,200HP: ¥6,400/hour (2hr minimum)
  • 4,800HP: ¥9,600/hour (VLCC operations)
  • Standby charge: 50% of hourly rate
  • Optimization guide:
    • <150m LOA: 1 tug standard
    • 150-200m: 2 tugs required
    • >200m: 3 tugs mandatory
    • High winds (>15m/s): +1 tug
• Berthing Charges:
  • Container terminals:
    • Longtan Terminal: ¥0.30/GT/day
    • Xinshengwei Terminal: ¥0.35/GT/day
  • Bulk terminals: ¥0.25/GT/day
  • Passenger terminals: ¥0.20/GT/day
  • Dangerous cargo berths: +20% surcharge
  • Night discount (0000-0600): 20% reduction
• Mooring/Unmooring:
  • Standard charge: ¥800 per line (8-line minimum)
  • VLCC moorings: ¥1,200 per line
  • Self-provided ropes: 30% discount (certification required)
  • Emergency mooring: Double standard rate
• Light Dues:
  • Fixed fee: ¥1,200 per port call
  • Exemption: Vessels <100GT
• Quarantine Fees:
  • Health inspection: ¥400 (all vessels)
  • Ship sanitation: ¥800 (with certificate issuance)
  • Medical waste disposal: ¥300/container
  • Cost-saving: Valid Ship Sanitation Certificate exemption
• Customs Clearance:
  • Basic fee: ¥500 per declaration
  • Overtime (after 1700): 50% surcharge
  • Holiday clearance: 100% surcharge
  • Express clearance: ¥1,000 additional
• Barge Services:
  • Standard barge: ¥800/hour (4hr minimum)
  • Crane barge: ¥1,200/hour
  • Bunkering barge: ¥1,500/hour

2. Service & Utility Charges

• Garbage Disposal:
  • Standard waste: ¥150/m³ (min 1m³)
  • Hazardous waste: ¥300/m³
  • Plastic waste: ¥200/m³ (mandatory receipt)
  • Food waste: ¥100/m³
• Ship Inspection:
  • Delivery/redelivery: ¥2,500 per survey
  • On-hire bunker survey: ¥1,800
  • Condition survey: ¥3,500/day
  • Class survey coordination: ¥1,200
• Fumigation:
  • Full vessel: ¥8,000-15,000 based on GT
  • Cargo holds: ¥3,000 per hold
  • Container fumigation: ¥200/TEU
  • Emergency fumigation: 50% surcharge
• Shuttle Services:
  • Crew shuttle: ¥200/round trip (max 10 persons)
  • Pilot transfer: ¥400 per movement
  • Customs shuttle: ¥300/trip
  • Medical emergency transfer: ¥500 (priority)
• Fire Services:
  • Standby charge: ¥1,500/hour (2hr minimum)
  • Actual firefighting: ¥4,500/hour
  • Fire drill supervision: ¥800/hour
  • Equipment testing: ¥300/item
• ISPS Charges:
  • Basic security fee: ¥0.02/GT (min ¥1,000)
  • Additional guards: ¥150/hour per guard
  • Night security: 20% surcharge
  • Security equipment rental: ¥500/day
• Fresh Water:
  • Standard supply: ¥25/ton (50 ton minimum)
  • Emergency supply: ¥35/ton
  • Potable water testing: ¥200/sample
  • Hose rental: ¥100/connection
• Bunker Supply:
  • IFO380: ¥4,200/ton (min 50 tons)
  • MGO: ¥5,800/ton (min 20 tons)
  • LNG: ¥6,500/ton (special berth required)
  • Lubricants: ¥8,000/ton
  • Bunker survey: ¥1,500
• Shore Power:
  • Standard connection: ¥1.20/kWh
  • High-voltage (6.6kV): ¥1.00/kWh
  • Connection fee: ¥500/plug-in
  • Technical support: ¥300/hour
• Waste Water Disposal:
  • Bilge water: ¥200/m³ (min 5m³)
  • Sewage: ¥150/m³
  • Sludge: ¥300/m³
  • Oil content monitoring: ¥100/sample

3. Cargo Handling Charges

• • Cargo Dues:
    • Containers: ¥20/TEU (min ¥400)
    • Breakbulk: ¥2.00/ton (min ¥200)
    • Bulk cargo: ¥1.50/ton (min ¥150)
    • Dangerous goods: +30% surcharge
    • Transshipment: 50% reduction
  • Terminal Handling:
    • Container (CY-CY): ¥120/TEU
    • Breakbulk: ¥15/ton
    • Ro-Ro: ¥8.00/linear meter
    • Project cargo: ¥25/ton (special handling)
    • Overtime handling: 50% surcharge
  • Storage Charges:
    • Free period: 5 days standard
    • Containers:
      • Days 6-10: ¥5/TEU/day
      • After 10 days: ¥10/TEU/day
    • Bulk cargo: ¥0.50/ton/day after free period
    • Dangerous goods storage: Double rates
  • Lashing Services:
    • Container lashing: ¥15/TEU
    • Unlashing: ¥10/TEU
    • Special lashing: ¥25/TEU (project cargo)
    • Lashing gear rental: ¥50/TEU/day
  • Tally Services:
    • Container: ¥0.80/TEU (min ¥200)
    • Breakbulk: ¥0.50/ton (min ¥150)
    • Bulk: ¥0.30/ton (min ¥100)
    • Hatch-by-hatch tally: ¥500/hatch
  • Warehouse Charges:
    • General cargo: ¥0.80/m²/day
    • Cold storage: ¥2.50/m²/day

• • • Special Cargo Handling:
      • Heavy lift (>100 tons): ¥50/ton
      • Oversized cargo: ¥30/linear meter
      • Refrigerated containers: ¥40/TEU/day
      • Dangerous cargo handling: +40% surcharge

4. Additional Charges

• • • Agency Fees:
      • Basic fee:
        • <10,000GT: ¥3,000
        • 10,000-30,000GT: ¥5,000
        • >30,000GT: ¥8,000
      • Documentation fee: ¥500 per set
      • Overtime coordination: ¥300/hour
      • Annual contract discount: 10-15%
    • Crew Expenses:
      • Cash-to-Master: 1% commission (min ¥200)
      • Medical assistance: ¥300/visit
      • Crew change coordination: ¥500/person
      • Repatriation services: ¥1,500/person
    • Communication Services:
      • Port telephone: ¥5/minute
      • Internet access: ¥50/hour
      • Courier services: ¥200/package
      • Document faxing: ¥5/page
    • Miscellaneous:
      • Port clearance: ¥400
      • Overtime labor: 50% surcharge
      • Special permits: ¥200-1,000
      • Notary services: ¥300/document

5. Passenger & Tourism Vessels

• • • Passenger Fees:
      • Port dues: ¥5/person
      • Terminal fee: ¥10/person
      • Baggage handling: ¥2/piece
    • Cruise Ship Charges:
      • Berthing: ¥0.40/GT/day
      • Gangway service: ¥1,500/day
      • Waste disposal: ¥300/m³ (min 5m³)
      • Tourist shuttle: ¥50/person/roundtrip

6. Cost Control Strategies

• • • Pre-arrange all services 72hrs in advance for standard rates
    • Utilize electronic payments (2% discount available)
    • Combine multiple services with single providers for package deals
    • Monitor port stay duration – daily charges apply after 24hrs
    • Verify all invoices against port tariff tables (available at terminal offices)
    • Negotiate annual volume discounts with service providers
    • Optimize cargo operations to minimize storage time
    • Use certified eco-friendly equipment for fee reductions (up to 15%)
    • Schedule operations during standard working hours (0800-1700)
    • Consolidate waste disposal to meet minimum quantity requirements
    • Provide advance notice for bunkering to avoid emergency surcharges
    • Maintain proper documentation to avoid re-inspection fees

8. Important Notes

• • • Confirm exact charges with port agents 48hrs before arrival
    • Discounts may apply for regular callers (5+ calls/year) and volume commitments
    • Payment methods: Bank transfer (preferred), cash (CNY only), or approved credit terms
    • Disputes must be filed within 7 days with supporting documentation
    • All fees subject to 6% VAT unless exempt under international treaties
    • Emergency services available 24/7 with 30% surcharge outside 0800-1700