1. Vessel-Related Charges
1.1 Tonnage Dues
– Calculation: Based on GT (Gross Tonnage) × Rate × Days (Yantai Port Authority Circular 2023-12)
– Standard rates: 0.25-0.45 RMB/GT/day (vessel type dependent)
– Minimum charge: 500 RMB per call
– Exemptions: Vessels in distress, government ships, and vessels staying <6 hours
– Special rates: Cruise ships 0.35 RMB/GT/day (Shandong Tourism Port Regulations)
1.2 Port Dues
– International vessels: 0.5 RMB/GT (Min 1000 RMB)
– Domestic vessels: 0.3 RMB/GT (Min 600 RMB)
– Passenger vessels: 0.4 RMB/GT (China MSA Notice 2022-15)
– Calculation basis: Based on net tonnage for cargo vessels, gross tonnage for others
1.3 Pilotage Fees
– Entry/Exit: 0.3 RMB/GT (Min 2000 RMB, Max 50,000 RMB)
– Shifting: 0.15 RMB/GT (Min 1000 RMB)
– Night surcharge: +30% (2200-0600 hours)
– Cancellation fee: 50% if notice <4 hours, 100% if <1 hour
– Dangerous cargo: +20% surcharge (IMDG Code Supplement)
1.4 Tug Charges
– Basic rate: 1800 RMB/hour (3200 BHP tug)
– Larger tugs (5000+ BHP): 2500 RMB/hour
– Minimum usage: 2 hours per operation
– Emergency standby: 50% of hourly rate
– Additional tugs: +40% for each extra tug
– Ice conditions: +25% surcharge (North China Winter Navigation Rules)
1.5 Berth Charges
– General cargo: 0.08 RMB/GT/hour
– Container: 0.06 RMB/GT/hour
– Oil tankers: 0.1 RMB/GT/hour
– Free time: 2 hours after completion of cargo ops
– Overtime: +50% (2000-0800 hours and holidays)
1.6 Mooring/Unmooring
– Standard: 500 RMB per operation
– Large vessels (>200m LOA): 800 RMB
– Special moorings: +30% for complex arrangements
– Quick release: +15% surcharge
– Night operations: +20% (MARPOL Annex V compliance)
1.7 Lighthouse Dues
– Fixed fee: 0.1 RMB/GT per call (Max 3000 RMB)
– Exemption: Vessels staying <6 hours or in transit
– Collection: Included in port dues statement
1.8 Quarantine Fees
– Health inspection: 400 RMB (China Customs Tariff 2023)
– Fumigation: 2000-5000 RMB depending on vessel size
– Deratting certificate: 800 RMB
– Medical waste disposal: 300 RMB/container
– Crew vaccination: 150 RMB/person (if required)
1.9 Customs Clearance
– Standard fee: 300 RMB per declaration
– Overtime: +100% (after 1700 hours and holidays)
– Express clearance: +50% surcharge
– Bonded cargo: Additional 0.1% of cargo value
1.10 Barge Services
– Barge hire: 800 RMB/hour (Min 4 hours)
– Shifting within port: 2000 RMB per move
– Dangerous cargo barge: +30% surcharge
– Waiting time: 50% of hourly rate after first hour
1.11 Cargo Handling Services
– Hatch opening/closing: 500 RMB per hatch
– Trimming: 3 RMB/T for bulk cargo (OCIMF recommendations)
– Oil boom deployment: 1500 RMB per operation
– Tank cleaning: 200 RMB/T for oil tanks
– Hold washing: 150 RMB/T for bulk carriers
1.12 Waste Management
– Garbage disposal: 200-800 RMB depending on quantity (MARPOL Annex V)
– Oily water: 500-2000 RMB depending on volume (MARPOL Annex I)
– Chemical waste: Special handling fees apply
– Plastic waste: 300 RMB/cubic meter (China Environmental Protection Law)
– Food waste: 150 RMB/100kg
1.13 Security Services
– Port security: 0.02 RMB/GT (Min 300 RMB) (ISPS Code)
– Armed guards: Prohibited without special permit
– CCTV monitoring: 200 RMB/day per camera
– Access control: 50 RMB/person for temporary passes
1.14 Crew Services
– Crew changes: 200 RMB/person (immigration fee)
– Shore passes: 100 RMB/pass
– Medical services: 500 RMB/visit (basic consultation)
– Crew transportation: 300 RMB/vehicle (port limits)
– Courier services: 50 RMB/document (minimum charge)
2. Cargo-Related Charges
2.1 Cargo Dues
– General cargo: 1.4 RMB/T
– Containers: 20/40ft – 80/120 RMB
– Dangerous goods: +30% surcharge
– Project cargo: Special quotation required
– Bulk grain: 1.1 RMB/T (Agricultural Port Tariff)
2.2 Stevedoring
– Bulk cargo: 12-18 RMB/T depending on commodity
– Breakbulk: 25-40 RMB/T
– Containers: 150-250 RMB/TEU
– RO-RO: 35 RMB/unit
– Heavy lifts: 50-100 RMB/T (over 20T)
– Dangerous cargo handling: +50% surcharge
2.3 Storage Charges
– Free period: 5 days for imports, 3 days for exports
– After free time: 0.5 RMB/T/day (covered), 0.3 RMB/T/day (open)
– Refrigerated cargo: +50% surcharge
– Dangerous goods storage: +100% surcharge
– Container storage: 10/20 RMB/TEU/day after free time
2.4 Lighterage
– Standard rate: 25 RMB/T (Min 20T)
– Dangerous cargo: +40% surcharge
– Night operations: +30%
– Waiting time: 20 RMB/T/hour after first hour
2.5 Tally Fees
– Bulk cargo: 0.5 RMB/T
– Breakbulk: 1.2 RMB/T
– Containers: 10 RMB/TEU
– Draft survey: 800 RMB/survey
– Supervision: 200 RMB/hour (min 4 hours)
3. Cost Control Measures
3.1 Pre-Arrival Planning
– Submit complete documents 72 hours in advance
– Pre-clear containers for faster turnaround
– Coordinate with terminal for optimal berth allocation
– Book services during standard working hours
3.2 Operational Efficiency
– Maximize daylight operations to avoid overtime
– Consolidate waste disposal operations
– Optimize cargo handling sequence
– Utilize free storage period effectively
3.3 Documentation & Verification
– Verify all invoices against agreed tariffs
– Request detailed breakdown of service charges
– Keep records for potential rebates/refunds
– Audit port disbursement accounts quarterly
– Dispute incorrect charges within 30 days
4. Reference Documents
– Yantai Port Tariff Schedule (2023 Official Edition)
– MOC Notice on Port Pricing Reform (2021-48)
– IMO Guidelines on Port Waste Reception Facilities
– China Ports Association Standard Charges Manual
– SOLAS Convention (2021 Amendments)
– MARPOL Consolidated Edition 2023
– ISPS Code Implementation Guidelines
– China Customs Regulations Handbook
5. Important Notes
– All rates subject to 6% VAT unless exempt
– Foreign currency payments at official exchange rate
– Disputes to be resolved through Yantai Maritime Court
– Tariffs revised annually (check for updates)
– Emergency services may incur premium charges
