Date: 01st April 2025
Upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Demurrage and Detention tariff for shipments from Pakistan. The revised tariff will take effect on May 1st, 2025, based on the actual departure date of the cargo.
−All days are calendar days or running days. (i.e. including weekends and public holidays)
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you.
We would like to inform you that, effective 01 May 2025 (Departure Date), the export free time and advancement policy will be revised as follows:
−Export Detention & Demurrage (Combined): Will apply until the vessel’s load date
The Combined Demurrage and Detention (D&D) free days structure for shipments from the Oman is as follows:
−All days are calendar days or running days. (i.e. including weekends and public holidays)
−Port storage will be collected separately as per port tariff.
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you.
Date: 01st April 2025
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to Kuwait. The revised tariff will take effect on May 1st, 2025, based on the actual arrival date of the cargo.
−All days are calendar days or running days. (i.e. including weekends and public holidays)
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you.
Please be informed that an Environmental Fuel Surcharge (EFS) as per below will be imposed based on the Very Low Sulphur fuel price of between US$550 to US600 per ton with effective from 1st April 2025.
The Environmental Fuel Surcharge (EFS) will be reviewed monthly for necessary adjustment in line with below Matrix and implemented with an advance notice to customers.
For further information and bookings, please reach out to our local Sales and Customer Service Representatives.
Thank you.
We are pleased to announce the launch of our New Mexico Express (MEX) service – a new direct service between Mexico’s largest port – Manzanillo – and key ports in North Asia.
With weekly sailings between Shanghai, Qingdao, Busan and Manzanillo, the dedicated MEX offers a reliable service with competitive transit times.
Through curating market-leading services, we seek to continually enhance our network coverage to new markets and within existing markets to connect opportunities for our customers and partners.
MEX service rotation: Shanghai – Qingdao – Busan – Manzanillo – Shanghai
ESL Dubai will sail on the maiden voyage, departing from Shanghai on 30th April.
Please refer to the attached brochure for more information about the new MEX service. Should you require further information, please contact your local customer service representative.
Date: 15th March 2025
Upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Demurrage and Detention tariff for shipments from Bahrain. The revised tariff will take effect on April 15th, 2025, based on the actual departure date of the cargo.
−All days are calendar days or running days. (i.e. including weekends and public holidays)
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you.
Date: 15th March 2025
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to Bahrain. The revised tariff will take effect on April 15th, 2025, based on the actual arrival date of the cargo.
−All days are calendar days or running days. (i.e. including weekends and public holidays)
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you.
Please be informed that with effective from 15th March 2025 (Sail and Discharge) the quantum of TERMINAL HANDLING CHARGES (Export and Import) at Visakhapatnam (Vizag) terminal will be revised as below:
** The effective date for THL to be based on “ETD from POL” and the effective date for THD to be based on “ETA at POD”
If you have any questions or seek further clarification, please contact our local Sales and Customer Service Representatives for details and bookings.
Further to our previous notice about the implementation of Advanced Manifest Filing charge for shipments to Turkey, please note that Advance Manifest Amendment Charge will now be implemented for shipments with an ETD on or after 15th March 2025.
Advanced Manifest Filing related charges for Turkey bound shipments to be as follows:
| Description | Charge Amount |
| Advance Manifest Filing Charge | US$25 per B/L |
| Advance Manifest Amendment Charge | US$40 per B/L |
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our local customer service and sales representatives.
Thank you for your support and partnership to ESL
Please be informed that an Environmental Fuel Surcharge (EFS) as per below will be imposed based on the Very Low Sulphur fuel price of between US$550 to US600 per ton with effective from 1st March 2025.
The Environmental Fuel Surcharge (EFS) will be reviewed monthly for necessary adjustment in line with below Matrix and implemented with an advance notice to customers.
Please contact our local Sales and Customer Service team for bookings and any further assistance.