Port Disbursement Guides of Nanjing Port

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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

 

 

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