Advisory on non-charging of container detention charges on import shipments

As per DGS Order No. 07 of 2020 dated 28 March 2020, in order to maintain proper supply lines at the Indian seaports, the shipping lines are advised not to impose any container detention charge on import shipments for the period from 25th March 2020 to 7th April 2020 (both days inclusive) over and above free time arrangement that is currently agreed and availed as part of any negotiated contractual terms.

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