Shortsea Service Information
Core services
Our core services include Ocean freight, BAF, CAF, Cargo Dues, IMO, Reefer, Arrival Notice, Haulage, THC, and B/L.
In order to deliver precise pricing and smooth implementation, we have outlined further information below that needs to be discussed to create full alignment.
Variable costs related to shortsea services
Storage terms: The cost of occupying space at the departing and receiving terminal.
Demurrage terms: The cost of using Unifeeder containers is included in our pricing as per standard free times according to our tariff.
Waiting time: Free time needed for the loading/unloading procedure must be agreed upon and calculated into our pricing.
Free times for the above-mentioned subjects needs to be agreed upon before entering a cooperation. Anything exceeding the agreed free times will be charged as per demurrage costs.
Other applicable costs for accessorial services
Customs
Customs clearance charges can vary by country, please request prices from either your sales contact or direct via Customs@pofm.com
Various
| Additional stop | EUR 55 (enroute stop) |
| Deviation kilometers | EUR 2/kilometer |
| Overnight stay | EUR 350 |
| VGM on terminal | EUR 250/container after gated in |
| VGM enroute to terminal | EUR 125/container (prior gating in) |
| Cancellation fee | 50 EUR If order is cancelled later than 10:00 (local time zone for haulage conduction) the working day before expected first collection. |
| Invoice correction | EUR 50 |
| Customs scan / x-ray* | EUR 300/container |
| High security seals | EUR 8/container |
| Correction to BL/manifest | EUR 100 per case |
| Change of POD fee | EUR 85/container |
| Late come fee | EUR 85/container (Delivering container after cutt-off time) |
| Proof of delivery along with invoice | EUR 25/document |
| Pick up/delivery cancellation | If trucking (pre-carriage/on-carriage) is cancelled later than 10:00 (local time zone for haulage conduction) the working day before expected collection or delivery, P&O Ferrymasters reserves the right to charge the full haulage cost. |
| Return of empty equipment to wrong depot | EUR 250/container |
| Temporary Storage due to missing Export Document |
EUR 250 / Container / Trailer per started day |
| Temporary Storage due to missing Export Document |
EUR 350 / Reefer per started day |
Cleaning
| Sweeping/washing/removal of debris/labels/lashing materials** |
180 EUR |
| Steam cleaning** | 250 EUR |
| Chemical cleaning** | EUR 400 |
| IMDG label removal** | EUR 185 |
| Pictures if needed | As per cost |
** P&O Ferrymasters reserves the right to apply higher charges in case of extreme dirtiness
Customs
We need customs status and proper documentation in place before launch of cooperation and shipment of cargo.
C-status: Cargo that is wholly obtained or produced in EU, or fully released for free circulation between EU member states.
N-status: Cargo shipped to and from non-EU member states and not complying with the above.
Export: It is the exporters' responsibility to secure that proper export documentation is issued prior to shipment.
Import: It is the importers' responsibility to secure that proper import documentation is arranged prior to cargo delivery.
Verified Gross Mass
P&O Ferrymasters is obliged to at any time, and without fail, follow and comply with any valid legislation affecting transports carried out by us.
VGM weights must be supplied in due time to secure proper and safe loading plans prior to each vessel departure.
It must be confirmed to us which method is chosen to calculate and confirm VGM. Additional costs might occur, if cargo must be weighed while in Unifeeder's custody.
Standard Finance Terms
We will issue an invoice per booking you place with Unifeeder
The invoice will be issued 48 hours from vessel departure
You will receive this invoice as a PDF attachment to the finance-related e-mail address which you informed
The invoice will clearly state your credit terms, when and where the payment needs to be arranged
You will receive a monthly Statement of Account to keep track of your open invoices
Clarification and alignment on all mentioned subjects in this document is a must in order to proceed with your bookings
Please reach out to your local contact or using below form if any questions.
