PRC Special Port Fees on US ships
PRC Special Port Fees on US ships – China announces implementation measures including exemptions for Chinese-built and other ships.
Following the “Announcement on Charging Special Port Fees for Ships to US Ships”, the Chinese Ministry of Transport announced implementation measures regarding the special port fees, including a number of critical exemptions.
According to the Notice, the following ships are exempted from paying the special port fees:
- Chinese-built ships
- Empty ships which only enter Chinese yards for repairs
- Other ships that are recognised and approved for exemption
No further elaboration has been provided at this time on the meaning of “Other ships that are recognised and approved for exemption”.
The Club is closely monitoring the situation and is receiving updates from local sources. We will revert with further guidance as more information becomes available.
