1. Vessel-Related Charges
– Tonnage Dues:
– 0.25 USD/GT for vessels <5,000 GT – 0.18 USD/GT for vessels 5,001-20,000 GT – 0.12 USD/GT for vessels >20,000 GT
– Minimum charge: 500 USD (DPRK Maritime Law Article 34-2)
– Port Dues:
– General cargo vessels: 0.15 USD/GT
– Tankers: 0.20 USD/GT
– Passenger ships: 0.10 USD/GT
– 24-hour validity period
– Pilotage Fees:
– Entry/Exit: 0.08 USD/GT (minimum 800 USD)
– Shifting: 0.05 USD/GT (minimum 500 USD)
– Compulsory for all foreign-flagged vessels
– Tugboat Charges:
– 2,400 HP tug: 350 USD/hour
– 3,200 HP tug: 450 USD/hour
– Minimum 2 tugs required for vessels >150m LOA
2. Operational Service Fees
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– Daytime: 120 USD/operation
– Night (2000-0600): 180 USD/operation
– Minimum 4 ropes required
– Quarantine Inspection:
– Standard inspection: 300 USD
– Extended inspection (if health risk detected): 800 USD
– Valid for 30 days
– Customs Clearance:
– Basic clearance: 250 USD
– Cargo declaration: 0.15% of declared value
– Overtime clearance (after 1700): 100% surcharge
3. Environmental & Safety Services
– Oil Boom Deployment:
– Mandatory for tankers and vessels carrying hazardous materials
– 500 USD/day (minimum 2 days)
– Approved contractors only
– Waste Management:
– Garbage disposal: 150 USD/m³ (minimum 1m³)
– Oily water treatment: 300 USD/ton
– Sludge removal: 350 USD/ton (requires pre-treatment certificate)
4. Cargo Handling Charges
– General Cargo:
– Loading/unloading: 8 USD/ton
– Heavy lifts (>20 tons): +50% surcharge
– Dangerous goods: +100% surcharge
– Container Operations:
– FCL: 120 USD/TEU
– LCL: 8 USD/ton
– Reefer monitoring: 25 USD/day
5. Special Circumstances
– Emergency Services:
– Fire brigade standby: 300 USD/hour (4-hour minimum)
– Medical evacuation: 1,200 USD (plus actual medical costs)
– Overtime Operations:
– Weekdays after 1700: +35% surcharge
– Weekends/holidays: +50% surcharge
Safety Critical Information:
– Port emergency contact: VHF Channel 16 (monitored 24/7)
– Mandatory safety equipment checks upon arrival
– Strict enforcement of IMO safety standards
– No smoking zones strictly enforced in cargo areas
Cost Optimization Advice:
1. Submit complete documentation 72 hours prior to arrival
2. Consolidate services through single approved agent
3. Schedule operations during standard working hours (0800-1700)
4. Maintain accurate waste records to avoid disputed charges
5. Verify all meter readings (water, power) with port officials
