1. Vessel-Related Charges (Updated per KPA 2024 Tariff)
– Tonnage Dues:
– 0.021 USD/GT for first 10,000 GT
– 0.015 USD/GT for excess (KPA Tariff 2024-01, Sec.3.2)
– Port Dues:
– International vessels: 0.048 USD/GT (min 600 USD)
– Coastal trade: 60% of international rate (MOF Notice 2023-45)
– Pilotage:
– Compulsory for vessels >500 GT (KCG Navigation Law Art.12)
– Daytime: 0.125 USD/GT (min 1,200 USD)
– Night (2000-0600): +30% surcharge
– Tug Assistance:
– Harbor tugs (3,200 HP): 3,500 USD/hour
– Escort tugs (6,400 HP): 5,900 USD/hour
– Minimum 2 tugs required for vessels >200m LOA
– Berthing Charges:
– General cargo berth: 0.16 USD/GT/day
– Oil terminal: 0.22 USD/GT/day
– Free period: 6 hours after completion of cargo ops
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– Standard vessels: 150 USD first rope + 80 USD/add’l rope
– VLCC/ULCC: 300 USD base + 120 USD/add’l rope
– Quarantine Inspection:
– Standard inspection: 380 USD
– Extended inspection (high-risk areas): +200 USD
– Medical waste disposal: 85 USD/100kg (QIA Regulation 12.3)
2. Safety & Environmental Services
– Oil Spill Response:
– Standby charge: 1,200 USD/day
– Actual deployment: 4,500 USD/hour + material costs
– Firefighting Services:
– Level 1 standby (basic): 350 USD/hour
– Level 2 (hazardous cargo): 650 USD/hour
– Waste Management:
– Food waste: 80 USD/cubic meter
– Plastic waste: 220 USD/cubic meter
– Incineration fee: +40% of base rate
– Ballast Water Reporting:
– Sampling and analysis: 450 USD/test
– Non-compliance penalty: 5,000 USD minimum (KEPA 2023)
3. Cargo Handling Charges
– Container Operations:
– Loading/discharging: 18 USD/TEU (min 100 TEUs)
– Reefer monitoring: 5 USD/TEU/day
– Dangerous cargo surcharge: +25%
– Bulk Cargo:
– Grain: 12.50 USD/ton (including trimming)
– Coal: 9.80 USD/ton
– Minimum daily throughput: 5,000 tons
– Project Cargo:
– Base rate: 35 USD/ton
– Out-of-gauge surcharge: +50-200%
– Weekend operations: +35%
4. Crew & Operational Support
– Shore Leave:
– Crew visa processing: 25 USD/person
– Temporary landing permit: 15 USD/day
– Medical Services:
– Port clinic consultation: 120 USD
– Emergency evacuation: Actual cost + 15% admin fee
– Provisions Supply:
– Fresh provisions delivery: 80 USD/trip
– Bonded stores clearance: 45 USD/declaration
5. Special Circumstances
– Icebreaking (Dec-Mar):
– 6,000 USD/hour (min 4 hours)
– Priority given to vessels with ice class
– Emergency Repairs:
– Dockyard access fee: 1,200 USD/day
– Hot work permit: 350 USD/operation
– Salvage Services:
– Daily standby: 8,500 USD
– Actual operations: Case-by-case (KCG Approval Required)
Regulatory Compliance Notes
1. All tankers must submit SOPEP 24hrs before arrival (KCG Circular 2022-11)
2. Crew changes require 72hr notice to Immigration Office
3. AIS must remain operational throughout port stay (KPA Navigation Rule 8.4)
4. COVID-19 testing available at port clinic (120 USD/person, 4hr results)
Cost-Saving Strategies
– Early ETA notification (7+ days) qualifies for 8% dues reduction
– Bundled waste services (oil+garbage) receive 15% discount
– Off-peak cargo operations (2200-0600) save 12% on handling
– Groupage available for small consignments (min 5 shipments)
6. Detailed Fee Breakdown
– Fresh Water Supply:
– Potable water: 3.25 USD/ton (min 50 tons)
– Technical water: 1.80 USD/ton
– Water barge surcharge: 400 USD/operation
– Electricity Supply:
– 440V/60Hz: 0.29 USD/kWh
– Emergency generator: 120 USD/hour
– Bunkering Services:
– IFO 380: Platts Singapore +12.50 USD/ton
– MGO: Platts Singapore +19.00 USD/ton
– LNG: DES basis +8% service fee
– Sludge Removal:
– Machinery space bilges: 270 USD/cubic meter
– Slop tank residues: 320 USD/cubic meter
– Oily rags disposal: 45 USD/100kg
7. Documentation Fees
– Port Clearance: 85 USD
– Cargo Manifest: 25 USD/document
– Ship’s Stores Declaration: 40 USD
– Crew List Processing: 15 USD
8. Special Cargo Handling
– Dangerous Goods:
– Class 1 (Explosives): +300% surcharge
– Class 7 (Radioactive): Special handling (min 5,000 USD)
– IMDG certification required for all DG cargo
– Refrigerated Cargo:
– Monitoring: 6 USD/unit/day
– Power supply: 0.35 USD/kWh
– Emergency repairs: 150 USD/hour (min 2hrs)
9. Vessel Inspection Services
– Class Survey: 850 USD/day (surveyor fee)
– PSC Inspection Prep: 75 USD/hour (min 4hrs)
– Draft Survey: 400 USD (vessels <50,000 DWT)
– Bunker Survey: 350 USD (min quantity 500 tons)
10. Contingency Charges
– Overtime Authorization:
– Weekdays after 1700: +50%
– Weekends/holidays: +100%
– Emergency Towage:
– First hour: 12,000 USD
– Subsequent hours: 8,500 USD/hour
– Pollution Emergency:
– Initial response team: 3,500 USD
– Additional resources: Actual cost +25%
Operational Reminders
1. All fees subject to 10% VAT (Korea Tax Code Art.17)
2. Disputes must be filed within 14 days (KPA Regulation 9.5)
3. Cash payments require 5% advance deposit
4. Electronic funds transfer preferred (SWIFT only)
