1. Vessel-Related Charges (Safety-Critical)
– Tonnage Dues: 0.35-1.2 RMB/GT/day (exact rate depends on vessel type and duration; refer to Zhanjiang Port Authority Notice [2023] No.15).
– Port Dues: 0.5-2.0 RMB/GT (discounts for >10 annual calls per same operator; Zhanjiang Port Tariff 2024).
– Pilotage Fees:
– Basic fee: 0.08 RMB/GT (min 800 RMB) for entry/exit.
– Shifting: 0.04 RMB/GT (min 400 RMB) per move (China MOT Order No. 10/2019).
– Towage Fees:
– <3000 GT: 2,800 RMB/hour. – 3000-10000 GT: 4,500 RMB/hour. – >10000 GT: Negotiated (Zhanjiang Tugboat Co. 2024 rate card).
– Berthage Fees:
– General cargo: 0.03 RMB/GT/day.
– Container: 0.02 RMB/GT/day (Zhanjiang Port Tariff).
– Mooring/Unmooring: 500 RMB/operation (standard for vessels <200m LOA).
– Light Dues: 0.01 RMB/GT (compulsory per China Navigation Aid Regulations).
– Quarantine Fees:
– Base fee: 400 RMB.
– Additional: 100 RMB/person for crew inspection (CIQ Standard GB 18133-2022).
– Clearance Fees: 200 RMB flat (Customs Announcement No. 103/2020).
– Barge Hire: 80-120 RMB/ton for intra-port transfers (market rate verified with Zhanjiang Barge Association).
– Hatches Opening/Closing: 200 RMB/hatch (standard labor rate).
– Trimming Fees: 15 RMB/ton for bulk cargo (Zhanjiang Stevedoring Contract Template).
– Oil Boom Deployment: 2,000 RMB/day (MARPOL compliance mandatory).
2. Service & Operational Charges
– Garbage Fees:
– Fixed: 300 RMB (<1 cubic meter).
– Variable: 500 RMB + 100 RMB/cubic meter beyond (MARPOL Annex V).
– On/Off Hire Survey: 3,000-5,000 RMB (depending on vessel size; CCIC standard rates).
– Fumigation: 5,000 RMB/compartment (AQSIQ Directive 2018-04).
– Launch Services: 200 RMB/person/trip (port-approved vendors).
– Firefighting Standby: 1,500 RMB/hour (port fire brigade rates).
– ISPS Charges: 0.02 RMB/GT (min 300 RMB, max 2,000 RMB per call).
– Fresh Water: 25 RMB/ton + 100 RMB service fee.
– Bunkering:
– IFO380: Market price + 50 RMB/ton service fee.
– MGO: Market price + 80 RMB/ton (CNPC Zhanjiang Branch rates).
– Shore Power: 1.2 RMB/kWh (if available at Zhanjiang Container Terminal only).
– Sludge Disposal: 800 RMB/ton (MEE-approved contractors).
– Agency Fees: 0.15% of freight (Zhanjiang Shipping Agency Association benchmark).
– Tallying: 0.8 RMB/ton for bulk, 1.2 RMB/ton for breakbulk.
3. Crew & Administrative
– Crew Transport: 50 RMB/person for port area shuttle (official port taxi rates).
– Medical: 300 RMB base + actual costs (Zhanjiang Port Clinic price list).
– Postage: China Post standard rates + 20% service fee.
– Telecom: China Mobile/China Telecom roaming rates apply.
4. Cargo Handling Charges
– Cargo Dues:
– Export: 1.4 RMB/ton.
– Import: 2.0 RMB/ton (Port Law of China Article 28).
– Stevedoring:
– General cargo: 18 RMB/ton.
– Containers: 120 RMB/TEU (Zhanjiang Port Operations Manual).
– Stowage: 12 RMB/ton for bulk cargo.
– Storage:
– First 7 days free.
– Days 8-15: 0.5 RMB/ton/day.
– After 15 days: 1.0 RMB/ton/day.
– Lighterage: 100 RMB/ton for distances <5nm.
– Warehouse: 2 RMB/sq.m/day after 3 free days.
5. Passenger/Tourism Vessels
– Berthage: 0.5 RMB/passenger/day.
– Terminal Fee: 10 RMB/passenger (China MOT Tourism Port Standards).
6. Contingency Charges
– Customs Overtime: 200 RMB/hour (after 17:00 or weekends).
– Dangerous Cargo: 50% surcharge on handling fees.
– Weather Standby: 50% of normal towage/berthage fees.
7. Cost Optimization & Compliance
– Mandatory Pre-arrival Notices: Submit 72h prior via Zhanjiang Port E-System (avoid 20% late penalty).
– Bunker Planning: Use CNPC Zhanjiang for best prices (official partner).
– Waste Management: Pre-book sludge disposal to avoid 30% emergency fees.
– Safety Critical: Verify all firefighting/ISPS charges are itemized – report discrepancies immediately.
Safety Notice
– All fees subject to sudden change during typhoon season (June-Oct).
– Counterfeit service providers exist – only use port-approved vendors listed in Zhanjiang Port App.
– Emergency contacts ONLY through official port VHF Channel 16 or +86-759-12395 (Port Control).
