RCL introduces congestion surcharge for Khor Fakkan shipments

Regional Container Lines (RCL) has introduced a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS) for all import shipments bound for Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates. The carrier said vessel waiting times at the port now exceed seven days. These delays have increased operating costs and affected berth availability. RCL introduced the surcharge to offset the additional costs and maintain operational continuity across its liner services. Khor Fakkan congestion surcharge Detail Information Surcharge name/code Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS)/11000 Scope All export origins to Khor Fakkan, UAE Port of discharge code AEKLF Amount US$450 per box Payment terms Collect at destination, payable by the consignee Cargo and equipment scope The surcharge applies to the following equipment and cargo: 20-foot dry containers 40-foot dry containers 40-foot high-cube containers Reefer containers Dangerous goods Special equipment Out-of-gauge cargo Carrier-owned and shipper-owned containers Affected vessels and voyages RCL identified the following vessels and voyages: VIRA BHUM 147W HIRANYA BHUM 014W KMTC MUMBAI 2605W HUNSA BHUM 025W The surcharge applies to cargo already picked up, gated in or currently on the water ab