MEA Contingency – Operational Changes for Cargo on KMTC Dammam V-2608

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf which in our judgment is likely to give rise
to considerable risk of damage and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those
on board, under the terms of our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel:
KMTC DAMMAM V-2608, whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8
(Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Khor Fakkan,
UAE and discharge and/or tranship the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO UAE PORTS:
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo
shall be moved by truck to the intended destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill
of Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all
affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs
of the transshipment in Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the intended destinations, a
mandatory additional charge of AED 4500 per container will apply to cover the
transportation by trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO ALL OTHER ARABIAN GULF PORTS:
Cargoes destined for the ports in the UPPER GULF will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and
following such discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to Jebel Ali, and this shall
constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 2500 per 20 dc and USD 3750 per 40 dc/ hc (to be paid by
“Merchant”) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or
all operational costs of the transshipment in Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in
dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO SOHAR:
Cargoes destined for SOHAR will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such
discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to Jebel Ali, and this shall constitute due
fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 2500 per 20 dc and USD 3750 per 40 dc/hc (to be paid by
“Merchant”) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs
and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO THE RED SEA PORTS:
For those cargoes destined for the Red Sea on the above-mentioned vessel, which will be
forwarded to its final destination (POD) under the bills of lading, we hereby give notice that
the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the above situation and will require
alternate transhipment arrangements as a result of the ongoing situation, in which case this
will be at the Merchant’s risk and cost.
Transportation plans and details pertaining to the deviation / operational costs for cargo
loaded on this vessel for destinations in the RED SEA ports to be announced in due course.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to
confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please
contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency – Operational Changes for Cargo on ESL Busan V-02606

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf which in our judgment is likely to give rise to considerable risk of damage and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board, under the terms of our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel: ESL BUSAN VOY -02606, whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Khor Fakkan, UAE and discharge and/or tranship the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, ABU DHABI, AJMAN, RAS AL KHAIMAH, UMM AL QAIWAIN:
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to the intended destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill of Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the intended destinations, a mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised closer to the date of trucking.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO KHOR FAKKAN, SHARJAH:
For those cargoes destined for the ports of KHOR FAKKAN and/or SHARJAH ICD on the above-mentioned vessel, which will be forwarded to its final destination, we hereby give notice that the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the ongoing situation. The costs and expenses associated with such delay shall be for the Merchant at their risk.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs, delay and/or all operational costs of the forwarding and/or relaying of the goods to Khor Fakkan, UAE and/or forwarding to POD.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL OTHER ARABIAN GULF PORTS:
Cargoes destined for the ports in the UPPER GULF will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to Jebel Ali, and this shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1250 per TEU (to be paid by “Merchant”) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to Jebel Ali, a mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised closer to the date of trucking.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

SOHAR
Cargoes destined for SOHAR will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to Jebel Ali, and this shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1250 per TEU (to be paid by “Merchant”) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to Jebel Ali, a mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised closer to the date of trucking.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO THE RED SEA, EAST AFRICA
Transportation plans and details pertaining to the deviation / operational costs for cargo loaded on this vessel for destinations in the RED SEA and EAST AFRICA ports to be announced in due course.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please
contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency: Operational Changes for Cargo on Varanya Bhum V-2608

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf giving rise to considerable risk of damage
and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board, under the terms of
our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel: VARANYA BHUM V-2608,
whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading
that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Mundra, India and discharge and/or tranship
the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, ABU DHABI, AJMAN, RAS AL KHAIMAH, UMM AL QAIWAIN
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo
shall be moved by truck to the stipulated destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill
of Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all
affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs
of the transshipment in Mundra and Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the stipulated destinations a
mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks
and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised
upon the vessel’s discharge at Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO DAMMAM AND RIYADH:
The affected cargo with destination DAMMAM and RIYADH will be discharged at the port of
JEDDAH and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,750 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all
affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to
confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please
contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency: Operational Changes for Cargo on Wan Hai A17 V-2606

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf giving rise to considerable risk of damage
and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board, under the terms of
our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel: WAN HAI A17 V-2606, whether
located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that
ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Mundra, India and discharge and/or tranship the
cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, ABU DHABI, AJMAN, RAS AL KHAIMAH, UMM AL QAIWAIN
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo
shall be moved by truck to the stipulated destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill
of Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all
affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs
of the transshipment in Mundra and Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the stipulated destinations a
mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks
and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised
upon the vessel’s discharge at Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO DAMMAM AND RIYADH:
The affected cargo with destination DAMMAM and RIYADH will be discharged at the port of
JEDDAH and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,750 per TEU (to be paid by the “Merchant”) will apply to all
affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to
confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please
contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

General Rate Increase from Far East to Middle East effective 1st April, 2026

In view of the continued increase in operating costs driven by the ongoing Middle East crisis,
rising bunker prices, and port congestion, ESL will implement a General Rate Increase (GRI)
to ensure the sustainability and reliability of our services.

The details of the adjustment are as follows:

This adjustment will be effective from 1 April 2026 and will remain in force until further notice.

For further information and booking arrangements, please contact our local Sales and Customer
Service representatives.

Thank you for your continued support.

Customer Advisory Drop-Off of Empty Containers

Effective immediately and until further notice, the following terms and charges apply for existing and new import shipments into the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq.

The current situation in the Middle East is leading to an increasing buildup of empty containers and related storage costs. Therefore, irrespective of the port of destination on the Bill of Lading or where the cargo was actually delivered, ESL will charge USD 550/ TEU as Container Drop -off Charge.

Empty containers returned to the locations listed below will be exempt from the Container Drop -off Charge:
• Sohar, Oman
• Jeddah, KSA

As per clause 8 of the Bill of Lading (Liberties), the additional Container Drop-off Charge will apply to cover the costs and operational expenses, in addition to the other charges and costs mentioned in our previous customer advisories.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.

For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency: Operational Changes for Cargo on One Reassurance Voy 02608

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf giving rise to considerable risk of damage and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board, under the terms of our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel: ONE REASSURANCE VOY 02608, whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Nhava Sheva, India and discharge and/or tranship the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, ABU DHABI, AJMAN, RAS AL KHAIMAH, UMM AL QAIWAIN:
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to the stipulated destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill of Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Nhava Sheva and Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the stipulated destinations a mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised upon the vessel’s discharge at Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO KHOR FAKKAN, SHARJAH AND SOHAR
For those cargoes destined for the ports of KHOR FAKKAN (or SHARJAH ICD) and SOHAR on the above-mentioned vessel, which will be forwarded to its final destination, we hereby give notice that the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the above situation and will require alternate transhipment arrangements as a result of the ongoing situation, in which case this will be at the Merchant’s risk and cost.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs, delay and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Nhava Sheva, India and forwarding to POD.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO DAMMAM AND RIYADH:
The affected cargo with destination DAMMAM and RIYADH will be discharged at the port of JEDDAH and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,750 per TEU (to be paid by party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL OTHER ARABIAN GULF PORTS
The affected cargo will be discharged at the port of KHOR FAKKAN OR SOHAR and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs for the transshipment in Nhava Sheva and discharge Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO THE RED SEA
For those cargoes destined for the Red Sea on the above-mentioned vessel, which will be forwarded to its final destination (POD) under the bills of lading, we hereby give notice that the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the above situation and will require alternate transhipment arrangements as a result of the ongoing situation, in which case this will be at the Merchant’s risk and cost.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,750 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs, delay and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Nhava Sheva, India and forwarding to POD.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.

For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency: Operational Changes for cargo on Wadi Duka Voy 2610

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf giving rise to considerable risk of damage and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board, under the terms of our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel: WADI DUKA Voy 2610, whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Nhava Sheva, India and discharge and/or tranship the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, JEBEL ALI, ABU DHABI, AJMAN, RAS AL KHAIMAH, UMM AL
QAIWAIN
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo
shall be moved by truck to the stipulated destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill of
Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will
apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational
costs of the transshipment in Nhava Sheva and Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the stipulated destinations a mandatory
additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks and any ancillary
costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised upon the vessel’s
discharge at Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in
dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to confirm
instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please contact
your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency: Operational Changes for cargo on Asl Shekou Voy 02611

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf giving rise to considerable risk of
damage and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board,
under the terms of our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel:
ASL SHEKOU VOY 02611, whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under
Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel
in Sohar, Oman and discharge and/or tranship the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the
Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO SOHAR
For those cargoes destined for SOHAR on the above-mentioned vessel, we hereby
give notice that the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the above
situation, in which case this will be at the Merchant’s risk and cost.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 750 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the
freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation
costs, delay and/or all operational costs.
Furthermore, all storage, and any ancillary charges arising out of or in connection
with the above deviation and/or delay shall be for the sole account and risk of the
Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, KHOR FAKKAN AND SHARJAH:
The affected cargo will be discharged at the port of SOHAR, OMAN and moved to a
bonded freezone and this shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per 20” container, USD 2,000 per 40” and
USD 2,500 per 40′ Reefer container (to be paid by the party who pays the freight)
will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs
and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Sohar, Oman.

However, as ESL is currently working on a trucking solution from Sohar, Oman to
Jebel Ali, UAE, customers shall have the option of awaiting such solution, at their
risk and costs, and once available, following such discharge, request ESL to move
the cargo by truck to Jebel Ali, UAE.
For such transportation (once available) of the cargo from Sohar to Jebel Ali a
mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by
trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed
and advised upon the solution becoming available.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses
involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the
Merchant.

FOR ALL OTHER ARABIAN GULF PORTS
The affected cargo will be discharged at the port of SOHAR, OMAN and be moved
into a bonded freezone and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the
contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per 20” container, USD 2,000 per 40” and
and USD 2,500 per 40′ Reefer container (to be paid by the party who pays the
freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation
costs and/or all operational costs for the deviation to and discharge in Sohar.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses
involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the
Merchant.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details
and to confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL,
please contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.

For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.

MEA Contingency : Operational Changes for cargo on Kota Plumbago Voy 2607

In view of the current security situation in the Arabian Gulf giving rise to considerable risk of damage and/or delay and/or disadvantage to the Vessel/Goods and/or those on board, under the terms of our contract of carriage, for all cargo shipped on the following Vessel: kota plumbago voy 2607, whether located ashore or at sea, we hereby give notice under Clause 8 (Liberties) of the Bill of Lading that ESL will exercise their right to stop the Vessel in Mundra, India and discharge and/or tranship the cargo, with all risk and cost to be for the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO JEBEL ALI, JEBEL ALI, ABU DHABI, AJMAN, RAS AL KHAIMAH, UMM AL QAIWAIN
The affected cargo will be discharged at Khor Fakkan and following such discharge, the cargo shall be moved by truck to the stipulated destinations, as per the POD indicated on the Bill of Lading.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Mundra and Khor Fakkan.
For the transportation of the cargo from Khor Fakkan to the stipulated destinations a mandatory additional charge per container will apply to cover the transportation by trucks and any ancillary costs related thereto. The final quantum will be confirmed and advised upon the vessel’s discharge at Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO KHOR FAKKAN, SHARJAH AND SOHAR
For those cargoes destined for the ports of KHOR FAKKAN (or SHARJAH ICD) and SOHAR on the above-mentioned vessel, which will be forwarded to its final destination, we hereby give notice that the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the above situation and will require alternate transhipment arrangements as a result of the ongoing situation, in which case this will be at the Merchant’s risk and cost.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs, delay and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Mundra, India and forwarding to POD.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved
in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR CARGO TO DAMMAM AND RIYADH:
The affected cargo with destination DAMMAM and RIYADH will be discharged at the port of JEDDAH and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,750 per TEU (to be paid by party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL OTHER ARABIAN GULF PORTS
The affected cargo will be discharged at the port of KHOR FAKKAN OR SOHAR and such discharge shall constitute due fulfilment of the contract.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,250 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs and/or all operational costs for the transshipment in Mundra and discharge Khor Fakkan.
Any storage or other arrangements, and any ancillary charges, costs and expenses involved in dealing with the cargo following discharge are for the sole account of the Merchant.

FOR ALL CARGO TO THE RED SEA
For those cargoes destined for the Red Sea on the above-mentioned vessel, which will be forwarded to its final destination (POD) under the bills of lading, we hereby give notice that the carriage of these cargoes will be delayed due to the above situation and will require alternate transhipment arrangements as a result of the ongoing situation, in which case this will be at the Merchant’s risk and cost.
A mandatory surcharge of USD 1,750 per TEU (to be paid by the party who pays the freight) will apply to all affected shipments, without exception, to cover deviation costs, delay and/or all operational costs of the transshipment in Mundra, India and forwarding to POD.

Customers are kindly requested to contact their local ESL representative to obtain details and to confirm instructions for local recovery arrangements.

Should customers wish to have their cargo forwarded to an alternative destination by ESL, please contact your local ESL representative, who can further assist you.

ESL sincerely appreciates your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For further clarification, please contact your local ESL representative.

Thank you.