1. VESSEL-RELATED CHARGES
| Fee Type | Rate (USD) | Calculation Basis | Regulatory Reference | Safety Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonnage Dues | 0.25/GT (min $500) | Gross Tonnage per call | Nantong Port Tariff 2024-02 Art.3 | Verify GT certificate accuracy |
| Port Dues | 0.18/GT (min $400) | Gross Tonnage per call | Yangtze MSA Regulation 2023-15 | Night navigation surcharge +20% (2200-0600) |
| Pilotage | 0.12/GT (min $300) | Gross Tonnage per movement | China Maritime Code Ch.IV | Mandatory for vessels >500GT |
| Shifting Charges | 0.08/GT (min $200) | Gross Tonnage per move | Nantong Port Operation Rule 12 | Plan multiple moves in single call |
| Tug Assistance | 2000HP: $400/hr 4000HP: $800/hr 6000HP: $1200/hr |
Actual usage time (min 2hrs) | Port Service Price List 2024 | Minimum 2 tugs required for vessels >200m LOA |
| Berth Occupancy | 0.10/GT/day after 24hr free time | Gross Tonnage per day | Nantong Port Tariff 2024-02 Art.7 | Complete cargo ops within free time |
| Mooring/Unmooring | $150/rope (min 4 ropes) | Per rope operation | Port Service Price List 2024 | Confirm actual rope count used |
| Light Dues | 0.03/GT (max $1000) | Gross Tonnage per call | MSA Notice 2023-18 | Included in port dues for coastal vessels |
| Quarantine | Basic: $200 Extended: $500 |
Per inspection | Customs Regulation 178 | Electronic pre-arrival reduces time |
| Customs Clearance | Standard: $100 Express: $300 |
Per declaration | Customs Regulation 179 | Use single window system |
| Barge Handling | $50/barge (standard) $100/barge (hazardous) |
Per barge movement | Port Service Price List 2024 | Hazardous cargo requires special approval |
| Hold Cleaning | $500/hold (standard) $2000/hold (hazardous) |
Per cargo hold | Nantong Port Tariff 2024-02 Art.9 | Gas-free certificate required |
| Trimming | $2.50/ton (bulk cargo) | Cargo quantity | Bulk Cargo Handling Rules | Required for grain cargoes |
| Oil Boom | $800/day (200m) $2000/day (500m) |
Length required | Environmental Protection Fee | Mandatory for tankers |
| Garbage Disposal | $50/m³ (general) $200/m³ (hazardous) |
Per cubic meter | MARPOL Annex V | Segregate waste streams |
| Delivery/Redelivery Survey | $500 (standard) $1500 (detailed) |
Per survey | Charter Party Terms | 24hr notice required |
| Fumigation | $1000 (vessels <10,000GT) $5000 (vessels >50,000GT) |
Vessel size | Quarantine Regulation | 48hr pre-arrival notice |
| Transportation | $30 (car) $100 (bus) |
Vehicle type per trip | Port Transport Price | Pre-book for crew changes |
| Fire Service | $50/hr (standby) $100/hr (active) |
Per hour | Safety Service Fee | Mandatory for hot work |
| Port Security | 0.02/GT (min $200) | Gross Tonnage | ISPS Code Implementation | 24/7 surveillance included |
2. CARGO-RELATED CHARGES
| Fee Type | Rate (USD) | Calculation Basis | Regulatory Reference | Operational Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Dues | $0.40/ton (bulk) $1.20/ton (general) |
Cargo type | Nantong Port Tariff 2024-02 Art.5 | Verify commodity classification |
| Stevedoring | $2.50/ton (bulk) $8.00/ton (breakbulk) |
Actual handled | Labor Agreement 2024 | Monitor gang productivity |
| Terminal Handling | $3.00/TEU (standard) $12.00/TEU (reefer) |
Container size/type | Container Terminal Price List | Negotiate volume discounts |
| Storage | $0.10/ton/day (bulk) $0.50/ton/day (general) |
After 5-day free period | Warehousing Regulation 2024 | Track free time deadlines |
| Lighterage | $5.00/ton (<5nm) $15.00/ton (>10nm) |
Distance based | Barge Service Price List | Compare direct berthing costs |
| Tallying | $0.30/ton (bulk) $0.80/ton (general) |
Cargo quantity | Tally Company Agreement | Request joint tally when possible |
| Warehouse Usage | $0.20/m²/day (open) $1.00/m²/day (covered) |
Space occupied | Warehousing Regulation 2024 | Minimum 10m² charge |
| Passenger Service | $2.00/person | Per passenger | Tourism Port Regulation | Children under 12 free |
| Hatch Cover Operation | $100/hatch (standard) $300/hatch (mechanized) |
Per operation | Stevedoring Tariff | Include in stevedoring contract |
| Cargo Trimming | $2.50/ton | Bulk cargo | Bulk Handling Rules | Required for grain cargoes |
3. SERVICE CHARGES
| Service | Rate (USD) | Unit | Regulatory Reference | Service Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Water | $3.50/ton (standard) $5.00/ton (potable) |
Per ton | Utility Service Price 2024 | Pre-arrange minimum quantities |
| Bunkering | Market price + 5% service | Per ton | Fuel Supply Agreement | Compare licensed suppliers |
| Shore Power | $0.15/kWh | Per kWh | Green Port Initiative 2023 | Mandatory for containers >5000GT |
| Garbage Disposal | $50/m³ (general) $200/m³ (hazardous) |
Per m³ | MARPOL Implementation | Segregate waste streams |
| Sludge Removal | $80/ton (standard) $150/ton (hazardous) |
Per ton | Environmental Protection Fee | Request volume discounts |
| Ship Agency | $500 (standard) $3000 (complex) |
Per call | Agency Service Agreement | Negotiate package deals |
| Tally Service | $0.30/ton (bulk) $0.80/ton (general) |
Cargo quantity | Tally Company Agreement | Independent tally available |
| Electricity Supply | $0.18/kWh | Per kWh | Port Utility Regulation | 440V/60Hz standard |
| Waste Water Disposal | $100/ton (grey) $300/ton (black) |
Per ton | Environmental Protection Fee | MARPOL compliance required |
| Sundries | $50 (documents) $500 (special) |
Per item | Port Miscellaneous Charges | Request detailed invoices |
4. CREW-RELATED CHARGES
| Service | Rate (USD) | Unit | Regulatory Reference | Crew Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Change | $50/person | Per crew | Immigration Fee | 24hr pre-arrival notice |
| Transportation | $30 (car) $100 (bus) |
Vehicle type per trip | Port Transport Price | Airport transfers available |
| Postal Service | $5 (letter) $20 (package) |
Mail size | Post Office Rate | Customs declaration required |
| Medical Service | $100 (consultation) $500 (emergency) |
Per visit | Port Clinic Fee | 24hr emergency service |
5. COST CONTROL MEASURES
- Documentation Efficiency
- Submit all documents electronically 48hrs prior via e-PAF system
- Ensure crew lists include passport/visa details to avoid delays
- Pre-clear dangerous cargo declarations
- Operational Planning
- Combine pilotage with tide windows to reduce waiting time
- Schedule crew changes during cargo operations
- Optimize tug numbers based on vessel size and weather
- Service Management
- Compare prices from 3 licensed bunker suppliers
- Pre-arrange minimum water quantities needed
- Segregate waste streams to reduce disposal costs
- Financial Oversight
- Request detailed breakdown of all charges
- Verify against Nantong Port Authority Tariff No.2024-02
- Negotiate package deals for frequent port calls
