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Port Congestion Fee
Unlike standard port fees, a port congestion fee is imposed by terminals or carriers only when measurable delays and operational disruptions incur additional expenses.
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Unlike standard port fees, a port congestion fee is imposed by terminals or carriers only when measurable delays and operational disruptions incur additional expenses. The surcharge recovers costs for extra labor, extended berthing time, and replanning caused by congestion events. Shippers, freight forwarders, or feeder operators typically bear this charge, which is often calculated according to delay duration or number of containers affected.
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