RULES
(A) "BOLD" LETTERED CHANGES ARE EFFECTIVE AT THE DATE MENTIONED (E.A.N.)
Rule: 1 Sub-rule: Posting date: 27 Jan 2003
Amend type: I Effective date: 27 Jan 2003
Name: SCOPE
RULE TEXT
Rates published herein, and as may be later amended or
superseded by Carrier apply between Carrier's United States
Terminals and Carrier's Terminals in the Bermuda Islands
as follows:
Commodity rates apply BETWEEN base ports in The United States
Atlantic Coast AND the port of Hamilton in the Bermuda Islands.
Base Port - Salem, NJ
US Atlantic Ports - Baltimore, MD; New York, NY;
- Rates applicable to and from Carrier's designated
facility. Designated receiving terminal in NY located in South Kearny.
Commodity Rates applying BETWEEN Ports in the Bermuda Islands
AND U.S. Interior Points as specified in individual commodity items
in the following states: (See Note 2)
Alabama Louisiana Ohio
Arizona Maine Oklahoma
Arkansas Maryland Oregon
California Massachusetts Pennsylvania
Colorado Michigan Rhode Island
Connecticut Minnesota South Carolina
Delaware Mississippi South Dakota
District of Missouri Tennessee
Columbia Montana Texas
Florida Nebraska Utah
Georgia Nevada Vermont
Idaho New Hampshire Virginia
Illinois New Jersey Washington
Indiana New Mexico West Virginia
Iowa New York Wisconsin
Kansas North Carolina Wyoming
Kentucky North Dakota
NOTE 2: Provisions for U.S. Interior Points
will apply via all U.S. Ports Served
by the Carrier.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES
RULE TEXT
All property to be transported shall be received, held,
carried and delivered, subject to the provisions of the
applicable form of shipping permit, dock receipt and Bill
of Lading of the Carrier:
A. This tariff provides commodity rates graduated into
four specific levels. Each level is referred to as a
service, namely: House-to-House, House-to-Pier, Pier-
to-House and Pier-to-Pier, which are defined below:
House-to-House: House-to-House rates apply on cargo
delivered to loading terminal, stuffed in a container,
as described in Rule 002 Subrule 001 1.(a) for carriage
to the vessel discharging terminal from where the
container will be removed by the consignee or his
agent for stripping elsewhere.
House-to-Pier: House-to-Pier rates apply on cargo
delivered to loading terminal, stuffed in a container,
as described in Rule 002 Subrule 001 1. (a) for carriage
to the vessel discharging terminal where the container
will be stripped by terminal personnel at that location.
Pier-to-House: Pier-to-House rates apply on cargo
delivered to loading terminal in a break-bulk fashion
and stuffed in a container, as described in Rule 002
Subrule 001 1. (a), by terminal personnel for carriage
to the vessel discharging terminal from where the
container will be removed by the consignee or his agent
for stripping elsewhere.
Pier-to-Pier: Pier-to-Pier rates apply on all other
cargo.
B. Except as otherwise specified, rates published herein
are stated in U.S. Dollars and apply per cubic foot (M)
or 100 Pounds (W), whichever basis yields the greater
revenue.
C. All freight rates and other charges shall be based on
the actual gross weight and/or actual gross measurement
of each piece or package, except as otherwise provided,
with the understanding that the fractional dimensions
shall be disposed of in freighting cargo as follows:
Fractional Inches:
All fractions under one-half (1/2") inch shall be
dropped.
All fractions over one-half (1/2") inch shall be taken
to the next full inch.
Where a fraction of exactly one-half (1/2") inch
occurs in one dimension, it shall be taken to the next
full inch.
Where a fraction of exactly one-half inch occurs in
two dimensions, the one on the smaller dimension shall
be taken to the next full inch and the other dropped.
However, if both dimensions are equal, increase one
fraction to the next full inch and drop the other.
Where fractions of exactly one-half inch occur in three
dimensions those on the largest and smallest dimensions
shall be taken to the full inch and the other dropped.
However, if all three dimensions are equal, increase
two of the fractions to the next full inch and drop
the other.
D. In measuring barrels, casks, kegs and drums, the
measurements are to be taken on the square of the bilge.
E. In measuring an irregular package, the three greatest
dimensions shall be used to determine the cube of the
package.
F. Wherever in this tariff rates are provided as applying
on minimum lots or quantities, such rates, unless
otherwise provided herein will be applicable only
where the minimum quantity specified is forwarded
on one vessel by one shipper on one Bill of Lading
to one consignee and notify party at one port of
destination.
G. Packages containing articles of more than one kind will
be charged at the tariff rate for the highest rated
article contained therein.
H. Commodities shipped in packages containing premium or
gift articles will be freighted at the prevailing rates
for the same commodities shipped in the same manner
without premium or gift articles, provided not more than
one premium or gift articles is contained in each inner
package of the commodity. Shippers must certify on
Bills of Lading whenever premium or gift articles are
shipped.
I. Except as otherwise noted, all the rates shown herein
are for non-hazardous materials (not corrosive, inflam-
mable, toxic or poisonous).
J. Bills of Lading describing articles by trade names are
not acceptable for commodity rating. Shippers are re-
quired to describe their merchandise by its common
name, to conform to merchandise descriptions appearing
herein. Bills of Lading reflecting only trade names
will automatically be subject to application of the
rate specified herein for Cargo, N.O.S., as minimum.
K. MARINE INSURANCE:
Rates named herein do not include Marine Insurance, or
other service apart from transportation, unless other-
wise provided herein.
L. PACKING REQUIREMENTS:
All Cargo shall be packed in such manner as to protect
it against damage from stowage and handling in
quantities along with other cargo in any customary
manner required for usual dispatch. Packages must be
marked durably and legibly and must show the port of
destination.
All packages must be numbered, which number, together
with the marks and destinations must appear on the
shipping receipts and Bills of Lading. Gross weight
in pounds and initials and port must be clearly and
legibly shown on packages, also on original and
copies of dock receipts tendered at time of delivery.
M. OWNER'S RISK
a) Glassware, crockery and all fragile property in
packages will be accepted only at the cargo
owner's risk of breakage.
b) Oil and other liquids will be accepted only at the
cargo owner's risk of leakage.
c) Perishable Goods when accepted will be carried only
at cargo owner's risk of damage occasioned by
frost, freezing, decay, heat and deterioration.
d) Deck Cargo will always be at cargo owner's risk.
e) In the case of all cargo which is liable from its
nature to lose weight or substance by attrition,
evaporation, etc., during the voyage, the Carrier
will be liable only for the delivery of the proper
number of bales, packages, etc., and no claims
for any alleged overpaid freight, weight or
measurement will be allowed on the basis of the
landed weight or measurement at the port of dis-
charge.
N. Any tollage, wharfage, handling and/or other charges
assessed against the cargo in Bermuda will be for the
account of the Cargo.
O. The charges for loading or unloading cargo between any
place on the terminal in Salem and Railroad Cars,
trucks or any other means of conveyance to or from the
terminal facility, are for the account of the carrier.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 001 Posting date: 08 MAY 2008
Amend type: I Effective date: 07 JUNE 2008
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: CONTAINER CARGO
RULE TEXT
GENERAL RULES
1. a. For the purpose of these rules, a container means
a reusable and nondisposable intermodal unit to be
agreed upon by the Carrier suitable for carrying
the contents in transit as a unit. It may be rigid
or collapsible and capable of being mounted and
secured in marine, rail and highway carriers, with
maximum dimensions of 20 Ft. (Length)/8 Ft. (width)
/8 Ft. 6 inches in Height.
b. Since it is necessary that containerized cargo be
stowed on or under deck at Carrier's option Bills
of Lading specifically claused to provide under-
deck stowage will not be issued for such cargo.
c. Shipments in House-to-House container(s) of
commodities for which this tariff provides "packed"
and "unpacked" rates will be rated on basis of the
packed rate.
d. When palletized shipments are carried on House-to-
House basis, Carrier will assess freight on the
actual weight or measurement of the cargo, including
the pallet.
e. If shipper requires insulated containers for the
House-to-House movement of non-temperature controlled
cargo, requests for such containers must be claused
"insulated stowage". Cargo so transported shall be
subject to a charge of 20% over and above the appli-
cable tariff rate(s).
2. Third Party Expenses: Expenses incurred on behalf of
cargo, and included on the bill of lading by the
carrier for reimbursement, will have an administrative
charge added to the cost. This charge is set at
fifteen percent (15%) of the total invoice amount
of the third party vendor. This charge compensates
carrier for cash outlays, commissions and other
expenses related to the administration of these
expenses. Expense categories included under this rule:
a. Government Agency Exam Costs; All costs related to
inspection and examination of cargo by any Bermuda
or US Government agency, including Customs Border
Protection, USDA, Homeland Security, etc.;
b. Terminal and stevedoring charges related to 2. a.
above including positioning, devanning, storage,
etc.;
c. USDA charges related to the inspection, supervision
and safe handling of livestock, horses, etc.;
d. Charges incurred in containment and remediation
of cargo spillage, leakage, etc.;
e. Chassis rental and container storage charges
related to intermodal moves, where equipment
is made available per booking request, and where
cargo is unavailable for loading;
f. Charges for Dunnage, lashing and securing, required
for safe transport of goods, and not included in
freight quotation;
g. Handling of boats; either to or from water, prior
to carrier receipt or subsequent carrier delivery;
3. PRIOR BOOKING ARRANGEMENT
Carrier's ability to accommodate cargo is dependent
on availability of suitable equipment. Accordingly,
prior booking is required on all cargo.
4. When container(s) are loaded by shipper or his agent
and sealed, carrier will accept said shipments subject
to "SHIPPER'S LOAD, STOWAGE AND COUNT" and Bill of
Lading shall be so claused and:
a. Carrier will not be responsible either directly or
indirectly for damage resulting from improper loading
or mixing of articles in carrier's container(s) or
for any discrepancy in count or concealed damage to
articles.
b. Shipper shall furnish carrier with a list of contents
showing description of goods and the gross weight and
cubic measurements of the container(s). Carrier re-
serves the right to open and inspect the contents of
a container. The carrier will reseal and indicate
on the Bill of Lading that an inspection has been
made.
c. When container(s) loaded with goods moving subject
to shipper's load and count are delivered to con-
signee or his agent, consignee or his agent must
furnish carrier with a clean receipt prior to
release of container(s) or contents to consignee
or his agent.
d. All cargo loaded in any one container shall be for
the same port of discharge of the carrier.
e. Shippers desiring to place a lock on any container
shall be at liberty to do so, but they must assume
full responsibility for sending proper key to the
consignee.
f. Vessel's liability will be limited to $500 with
respect to the entire contents of each container,
except when shipper declares a higher valuation and
shall have paid additional freight on such declared
valuation pursuant to appropriate rule in this
Tariff.
g. House-to-House cargo in any one container destined
for more than one ultimate receiver must be consigned
to one party to which carrier shall release container
at port of discharge.
5. BASIS FOR SINGLE FREIGHT ASSESSMENT
a. SINGLE COMMODITY
Cargo moving on house-to-house, pier-to-house, house-
to-pier basis, unless otherwise specifically provided
for in this Tariff, will be subject to the applicable
rates provided for in this Tariff. When freight is
assessed on the basis of measurement, it will be
calculated on the actual dimensions of the cargo,
including packaging, if any.
b. MORE THAN ONE COMMODITY
When the contents of a container moving in house-to-
house, pier-to-house, or house-to-pier traffic is
made up of more than one commodity, freight charges
will be assessed at the rates applicable to each
individual commodity, subject to a minimum revenue
of $2300.00 per dry container or $2575.00 per
reefer container (See also Rule 2(g)).
c. OVERFLOW LOADS
If the carrier supplies the shipper with one or more
containers and the shipper does not fully load all,
or the last remaining container, or in the event
utilization of any of the containers is less than
80% of the total interior cubic capacity, compatible
with good stowage, the freight applying on the over-
flow cargo shall be calculated at tariff commodity
rates, based on the actual weight and measurement,
with the carrier reserving the right to utilize the
unused space.
d. Maximum Weights - A container shall not be loaded
with more than its approved maximum weight.
6. EXCLUSIVE USE
Except as otherwise provided, the following minimum
will apply if a shipper requires exclusive use of a
container.
Ordinary Cargo - $2300.00 Per Container
Reefer Cargo - $2575.00 Per Container
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 002 Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: REFRIGERATED CARGO
RULE TEXT
(a) Refrigerated cargo will be subject to special booking
arrangements with the Carrier, subject also to
Carrier's option of acceptance at rates provided for.
(b) Bills of Lading covering freeze or refrigerated com-
modities will be noted by shipper and shipments are
subject to the following provisions:
(1) Carrier not responsible for contamination resulting
from stowage by shipper of different commodities
in same container.
(2) Carrier not responsible for accuracy or applica-
bility of refrigerating instructions given by
shipper.
(3) Carrier not responsible for conditions arising
prior to or subsequent to its movement of refrig-
erated commodities.
(c) Carrier may refuse to carry any shipment tendered when
pulp temperature of the cargo is not within 5 degrees
F. of the temperature specified in the shipping
documents to be maintained during transportation.
When Carrier does except such shipments, it shall be
at the cargo owner's risk for all loss and damage
caused by spoilage and notation of same will be
inserted in the Bill of Lading.
(d) Shipper must guarantee that consignee will take
delivery of cargo immediatley upon spotting of
containers. Carrier not responsible for condition
of cargo on outturn if consignee fails to do so.
Carrier is not responsible for maintaining temperatures
after container opened.
(e) After a trailer/container has been delivered to
consignee, Carrier will not accept liability for any
damage to the cargo due to the improper functioning
of the refrigeration unit if trailer/container is not
returned to Carrier's terminal within 48 hours after
delivery is effected on frozen cargoes and 24 hours
on chill cargoes. In event that the trailer/container
is returned to the carrier in an inoperative condition,
consignee will bear the expense of returning unit to an
operating condition.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 003 Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: REFINED PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
RULE TEXT
Refined Petroleum Products, such as Benzene, Gasoline,
Kerosene and Naptha, accepted only when packed in boxed
tins or cans, or in iron or steel barrels or drums and
marked as required by United States Law.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 004 Posting date: 14Mar1995
Amend type: AC Effective date: 4 August 2005
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: LIVESTOCK
RULE TEXT
1. All livestock is accepted for shipment and is carried
at the sole risk of the shipper and/or owner subject
to mortality clause.
2. The Carrier reserves the right to cancel or delay ship-
ment of livestock whenever weather, cargo operations
or other circumstances could threaten the safety of
the livestock.
3. Ocean freight must be prepaid, at the port of loading
or destination two days prior to the vessel's scheduled
sailing.
4. Bedding and sufficient feed for the voyage to be sup-
plied by the shipper and/or owner and to be carried
freight free. At destination the owner/receiver and/or
shipper will be responsible to clean and remove all
waste, debris excess feed or bedding, such cleaning
to be arranged by the carrier at a cost of $300.00
Per Container and to be paid with the ocean freight.
5. The Carrier will supply buckets and feed nets for
each stall.
6. When accommodations are available and at the discretion
of the master shipper's and/or consignee's attendant
accompanies shipment of livestock a board and lodging
fee of $150 will be charged per attendant. Free
transportation, carrier assumes no responsibility,
attendant travels at his own risk.
7. Attendants may only travel one way and only with the
livestock.
8. Rule 9 does not apply for the shipment of livestock.
9. All expenses for Veterinary Inspection & Supervision
(C) by the U.S.D.A. are for the account of the shipper and
will be paid by the shipper directly to the U.S.D.A.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 005 Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: UNCONTAINERIZABLE CARGO
RULE TEXT
Ocean Carrier will not accept, without prior booking
arrangements, any cargo that because of its physical
dimensions or weight cannot be stowed into carrier's
containers. Any such cargo, except as otherwise provided
herein, will be subject to additional charges stipulated
in Rules 4 and 5 where applicable.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 006 Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: STORAGE OF P/P & P/H CARGO
RULE TEXT
STORAGE OF PIER-TO-PIER (P/P) AND PIER-TO-HOUSE (P/H) CARGO
A. Shipments accepted by Carrier for transportation will be
allowed a free storage time of ten (10) days, excluding
Saturdays, Sundays, and Legal Holidays.
B. Shipments held in excess of the free time through no
fault of the Carrier will be assessed in accordance
with the official terminal tariff
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 007 Posting date: 15Nov1994
Amend type: IR Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: RATES ON MIXED SHIPMENTS
RULE TEXT
1. General Application
When two or more commodities are shipped at one time by
one shipper to one consignee to one destination on one
Bill of Lading for which different rates are provided in
this tariff, the separate rate applicable to each
commodity will apply, except as follows:
a. If actual weights and/or measurements for each
commodity are not obtainable, charges for the entire
shipment will be computed at the rate applicable to
the highest rated commodity in the shipment.
b. If two or more commodities are tendered in a
shipperpacked container and the rates for one or more
commodities are subject to a minimum requirement per
container, the rate to apply on each commodity will be
the rate which would apply if such commodity were
tendered as a straight shipment with a weight, measure
or package/carton count the same as the weight,
measure or package/carton count of the mixed shipment
in the container.
The minimum requirement for each container will be the
highest applicable to any commodity in the container
and any deficit in weight, measurement or
package/carton count will be charged for at the
highest applicable rate to any commodity in the
container.
This rule will only apply when actual weights and/or
measurements for each commodity in each container are
declared on the Bill of Lading. In the event a lower
charge results by assessing the rate applicable to
each commodity, such lower charge will apply.
c. If two or more commodities are tendered in a
shipper packed container and if there is a per container
rate applicable to each commodity, then the highest
applicable per container rate will apply.
2. Application for Mixed Commodity Rate Items in
Chapter 99 only:
Rate Items in Chapter 99 of all Rate Sections shall be
subject to a minimum of three (3) commodities per
container with no one commodity exceeding 70% of the
cargo weight per container unless otherwise specified in
the item. A packing list is required prior to the
vessel sailing.
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule:008 Posting date: 8 Sep 2006
Amend type: 1 Effective date: 16 Oct 2006
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES: INTERNATIONAL SHIP AND PORT FACILITY SECURITY CODE (ISPS)
RULE TEXT
INTERNATIONAL SHIP AND PORT FACILITY SECURITY CODE (ISPS)
An ISPS Surcharge will be levied on all cargo as follows:
Container Load Cargo - $ 6.00 Per TEU
Less-than-Container Load Cargo, RORO, Breakbulk and priced on a lump sum : $6.00 per Bill of Lading
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 009 Posting date: 04 Sep 2007
Amend type:1 Effective date : 04 Sep 2007
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES : A GAMMA RAY SYSTEM USES RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGES TO HELP INSPECTORS EXAMINE THE CONTENTS OF CONTAINER.
CODE (VACIS)
VACIS Surcharge $ 50.00
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Rule: 2 Sub-rule: 010 Posting date: 14 Aug 2009
Amend type:1 Effective date : 14 Sep 2009
Name: APPLICATION OF RATES AND CHARGES : Importer Security Filing for U.S. imports.
CODE (ISF-10)
RULE TEXT:
AT THE IMPORTER'S OPTION, THE LINE WILL INPUT THE IMPORTER SECURITY FILING ON BEHALF OF THE IMPORTER.
ISF-10 Surcharge : $45.00 per bill of lading (including house bills)
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Rule: 3 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: RATE APPLICABILITY RULE
RULE TEXT
Rates, rules and charges applicable to a given shipment
will be those in effect on the date the cargo is received
by the carrier or its agent, including an inland carrier
in the case of an intermodal shipment.
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Rule: 4 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: HEAVY LIFT
RULE TEXT
HEAVY OR BULK PACKAGES OR PIECES (See Notes 1 and 2)
Pier/Pier and Pier/House Rates published in this tariff on
a W, M or W/M basis apply on packages or pieces not over
4480 pounds each, except as otherwise provided. Packages
or pieces weighing over 4480 pounds each will be subject
to the following rates (which apply on the entire weight
or measurement of the package or piece) in addition to
the commodity rates published herein to cover extra hand-
ling and are subject to Carrier's option of acceptance:
WEIGHT OF PACKAGE OR PIECE MEASUREMENT WEIGHT LBS.
CU. FT.
4481 TO 6720 LBS. EACH $ 0.20 $ 0.40
6721 TO 8960 LBS. EACH 0.25 0.50
8961 TO 11200 LBS. EACH 0.30 0.60
11201 TO 13400 LBS. EACH 0.35 0.70
13401 TO 15680 LBS. EACH 0.40 0.80
15681 TO 17920 LBS. EACH 0.45 0.90
17921 TO 20160 LBS. EACH 0.50 1.00
20161 TO 22400 LBS. EACH 0.55 1.10
22401 TO 22640 LBS. EACH 0.60 1.20
24641 TO 26800 LBS. EACH 0.65 1.30
26801 TO 29120 LBS. EACH 0.70 1.40
For each additional 2240 lbs. or part thereof, add $0.05
per cu. ft. or $0.10 per cwt., as freighted, to the rates
applicable on pieces or packages weighing 29120 lbs.
NOTE 1: Subject to special booking arrangement with the carrier.
NOTE 2: Per Container Rates are Not Subject to these charges.
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Rule: 5 Sub-rule: Posting date: 10Feb2008
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Expiration date: 11 Mar 2008
Name: EXTRA LENGTH
RULE TEXT
Pier/Pier and Pier/House Rates published in this tariff on
a W, M or W/M basis will apply only on packages not exceed-
ing 19 feet, 6 inches in length, except as noted. Except
as otherwise provided, packages or pieces over 19 feet,
6 inches in length will be subject to the following rates
(which apply on the entire weight or measurement of the
package or pieces) in addition to the commodity rates
published herein and will be subject to ship's option of
acceptance:
LENGTH OF PACKAGE OR PIECE MEASUREMENT WEIGHT 100
CU. FT. LBS.
OVER 19 FT., 6 IN.
BUT NOT OVER 25 FT. $0.10 $0.20
OVER 25 FT. BUT NOT OVER 30 FT. 0.15 0.30
OVER 30 FT. BUT NOT OVER 35 FT. 0.19 0.39
OVER 35 FT. BUT NOT OVER 40 FT. 0.24 0.48
OVER 40 FT. BUT NOT OVER 45 FT. 0.27 0.55
OVER 45 FT. BUT NOT OVER 50 FT. 0.32 0.64
OVER 50 FT. SUBJECT TO SPECIAL
ARRANGEMENT WITH CARRIER, BUT
NOT LESS THAN 0.35 0.71
NOTE 1: Subject to special booking arrangement with the carrier.
NOTE 2: Per Container Rates are Not Subject to these charges.
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Rule: 5 Sub-rule Posting date: 10 Feb 2008
Amend type: C Effective date: 11 Mar 2008
Name: Out of Gauge
Rule Text
Cargo delivered to carrier whose dimensions exceed the maximum
dimensions of ISO standard equipment, shall be subject to out
of gauge premiums applied on the following basis:
Over height 25% additional base port rate
Over length stowed on 20’ equipment
Over 21’ up to 22’ overall length 25% additional base port rate
Over 22’ up to 40’ overall length 50% additional base port rate
Over length stowed on 40’ equipment
Over 40’ up to 42’ overall length 25% additional base 40’ rate
Over 42’ up to 50’ overall length 50% additional base 40’ rate
Over width
Width over 8’6” up to 9’10” 25% additional base port rate
Width over 9’10” up to 11’6” 50% additional base port rate
Width over 11’6” up to 13’1.5” 75% additional base port rate
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Rule: 6 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: MINIMUM BILL OF LADING CHARGES
RULE TEXT
The Minimum Charge on any one Bill of Lading will be as follows:
Ordinary Stowage - $250.00
Refrigerated Stowage - $250.00
Hazardous Cargo - $250.00
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Rule: 7 Sub-rule: Posting date: 27Nov1998
Amend type: C Effective date: 27Nov1998
Name: PAYMENT OF FREIGHT CHARGES
RULE TEXT
A. All freight and other charges shall be considered earned
upon receipt of the goods by the Carrier. All freight
and other charges shall be collectible by the carrier
ship and/or cargo lost or not lost or voyage interrupted
or abandoned or whether the goods be damaged or lost
or packages be empty or partly empty.
Except as otherwise provided in this Tariff:
Prepaid freight and other charges provided for in this
tariff must be paid in full by the shipper and his
authorized freight forwarder, if any, as billed upon
receipt of the goods for carriage and tender of the
Bill of Lading by the Carrier. Carrier will when re-
quested (by those who have continued to pay in full
within 15 working days) extend credit to a shipper or,
when credit is requested or accepted by a freight
forwarder who arranges shipment on behalf of a shipper,
to the shipper and his authorized freight forwarder
jointly and severally, for a period not to exceed
thirty (30) working days excluding Saturdays, Sundays
and legal holidays from the date of sailing of the
vessel from the port at which the cargo is loaded.
Appointment by a shipper of a freight forwarder shall
be deemed to be an assumption by the shipper of joint
and several liability which the freight forwarder for
payment of all freight and other charges. A request
for, or acceptance of, credit by a shipper shall be
deemed to be an agreement by the shipper to assume
joint and several liability with the freight forwarder
for payment of all freight and other charges. A re-
quest for, or acceptance of, credit by a freight for-
warder shall be deemed to be an agreement by the
forwarder to assume joint and several liability with
the shipper for payment of all freight and other
charges. No freight forwarder is or shall be the
agent of a carrier for collection of freight or other
charges; and any freight forwarder shall be dealt with
by the carriers only as the agent of the shipper for
payment of such charges.
B. Early Payment Allowance
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The freight payable on any FCL shipment shall be subject
to an early payment allowance in the following amount
and subject to the following conditions:
1) The early payment allowance shall be equal to four
percent of the freight (excluding any and all
charges and other accessorials), except that, for
Intermodal shipments rated under the Rate
Section of this Tariff, the allowance shall be
equal to two percent of the freight (excluding
any and all charges and other accessorials);
2) Payment of the Freight (Including any and all
charges and other accessorials), shall be
received by the carrier at or prior to noon on
Wednesday of the following week during which the
vessel on which the shipment was manifested shall
have arrived or been scheduled to arrive at its
destination port;
3) The freight payment shall be made by wire transfer
to the Carrier, by certified or bank cashier's
check payable to the Carrier, or by company check
payable to the Carrier and collected by the Carrier
in the ordinary course subsequent to receipt;
4) At the time of such payment, the party paying the
freight shall not owe to the Carrier any freight
which has become ineligible for the early payment
allowance;
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Rule: 8 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: BILL(S) OF LADING
RULE TEXT
BISL
BERMUDA INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING LIMITED
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GENERAL AGENTS
Voigt Maritime Inc.
11 Broadway, Suite 1730
New York, N.Y. 10004
Tel: 212-635-9580
Fax: 212-635-9584
BERMUDA AGENTS CANADA AGENTS
Meyer Agencies Ltd. Seabridge International Shipping Inc.
35 Church Street 401 Rue Notre Dame Street East
Hamilton,HM 12 Bermuda Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1C9
Tel: 441-296-9798 Tel: 514-393-9100
Fax: 441-295-4556 Fax: 514-393-1515
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. DEFINITIONS: "Carrier" means Bermuda International
Shipping Limited "Merchant" includes the consignor,
shipper, consignee, receiver, the holder of this Bill
of Lading, and the owner of the Goods. "Vessel" means
the vessel named herein and any other ship used in the
performance of the transportation herein contracted for.
"Goods" means the cargo shipped hereunder and any container
in which the cargo is packed if the container is not
furnished by the Carrier. "Land Transporter" means any
road or rail transporter utilized by the Carrier to per-
form any services indicent to through transportation.
2. CLAUSE PARAMOUNT. (a) Insofar as it does not provide
for land transportation, this Bill of Lading shall have
effect subject to the U.S. Carriage of Goods by Sea Act,
1936, which shall also apply to Goods carried on deck.
Said Act shall govern throughout the entire period the
Goods are on board the Vessel or at sea terminals before
loading or after discharge from the Vessel. Insofar as
this Bill of Lading provides for land transportation,
either to the loading port or from the discharge port named
herein, this Bill of Lading shall be governed by the con-
tracts, tariffs and rules of law applicable to the Land
Transporters. The Carrier guarantees the fulfillment of
the Land Transporters' obligations.
(b) The terms of the tariffs of the Carrier and of any Land
Transporter in the United States, which are on file with
the Federal Maritime Commission or the Interstate Commerce
Commission, Washington, D. C. and available for inspection
at any of the Carrier's offices, are incorporated herein.
In the case of any inconsistency between this Bill of Lading
and the applicable tariff, the provision of such tariff shall prevail.
3. LIMITS OF CARRIER'S LIABILITY. (a) The Carrier's
liability for loss or damage to any Goods shall in no
event exceed the sound value at destination of such Goods.
(b) The Carrier's tariff offers a choice of freight rate
based upon the declared value of the Goods. The Carrier's
liability shall be limited as provided in Clause 3(c) below
unless, before shipment, the Merchant shall insert a higher
value in the appropriate space on the reverse side of this
Bill of Lading and pay extra freight in accordance with
the Carrier's tariff. Subject to the provisions of
Clause 3(a) above, such declared value shall be deemed to
be the actual value of the Goods.
(c) Where no higher value has been declared, as provided
in Clause 3(b), the Carrier's liability shall be limited as follows:
(i) If loss or damage occurs while the Goods are in
the custody of a Land Transporter, the Carrier's
liability shall be limited in accordance with the
tariff, contract or rules of law applicable to
the Land Transporter;
(ii) If the loss or damage occurs after the Goods have
been received by the Carrier at the loading port,
during the sea carriage, or before the Carrier
has delivered the Goods at the discharge port to
the Merchant or to a Land Transporter, the
Carrier's liability shall be limited as provided
in Section 4(5) of the U.S. Carriage of Goods by
Sea Act, 1936;
(iii) If the place where the loss or damage occurred
cannot be established, the loss or damage shall be
deemed to have occurred during the period referred
to in Clause 3(c)(ii) above.
(d) The Carrier shall be entitled to the benefit of and
right to all limitations of, and/or exceptions from,
liability contained in 46 U.S. Code Sections 181-188 inclusive.
4. SUIT AGAINST CARRIER. Any action against the Carrier
or the Vessel for loss or damage to Goods occurring during
the periods referred to in Clauses 3(c)(ii) and (c)(iii),
shall be brought within one year after delivery of the
Goods or the date when the Goods should have been delivered.
Any action against the Carrier for loss or damage to Goods
occurring while they are in the custody of the Land
Transporter shall be brought within the time specified in
the contract, tariff or rule of law applicable to the Land
Transporter. The United States District Court for the
Southern District of New York shall be the exclusive forum
for adjudication of any claim against the Carrier arising
out of or relating to this Bill of Lading or the breach
of any of its terms.
5. FREIGHT: (a) Full freight, whether prepayable or payable
at destination, shall be deemed to have been earned upon
receipt of the Goods and shall not be returned. Vessel
and/or cargo lost or not lost.
(b) The Carrier may at any time inspect the Cargo
(including the contents of any container or package con-
taining cargo) in order to ascertain weight, measurement
or value for the purpose of verifying the freight basis.
If the Merchant's particulars are found to be erroneous,
additional freight is payable and the Merchant is liable
for the expense incurred.
(c) The Carrier shall have a lien on the Goods for any
amount due under this Bill of Lading and shall be entitled
to sell the Goods to enforce such lien.
6. STOWAGE: The Carrier may, without notice to the
Merchant, stow containers on deck. Containers so stowed
shall participate in General Average. The Carrier shall
not be responsible for the functions of special containers
with refrigeration or heating units, unless such containers
are owned or leased by the Carrier.
7. DANGEROUS GOODS: Even if the Goods are correctly
identified in the Bill of Lading, the Merchant must advise
the Carrier in writing before shipment if the Goods are
of a flammable, explosive, corrosive or otherwise dangerous
nature, specifying the exact nature of the danger and the
precautions to be taken. If such Goods shall become a
danger to the Vessel or cargo, the Carrier shall have the
right to throw the Goods overboard or to dispose of them
at any time without liability on the part of the Carrier
and without compensation to the Merchant, who shall be
responsible for all loss, damage or expense resulting from
the danger of such Goods or from their disposal.
8. LIABILITY OF MERCHANT: (a) The Merchant shall be deemed
to have guaranteed to the Carrier the accuracy, as of the
time the Goods are delivered for transportation hereunder,
of the description of the Goods, marks, numbers, quantity
and weight furnished by him, and the Merchant shall
indemnify the Carrier against all loss, damage or expense
resulting from any inaccuracy.
(b) Where a container has not been filled or packed by or
on behalf of the Carrier, the Merchant shall indemnify the
Carrier against any loss or liability which the Carrier may
incur on account of personal injury or loss or damage to
any property caused by:
(i) The manner in which such container has been filled
or packed;
(ii) The unsuitability of the goods for transportation
in such container; and
(iii) Any unsuitability or defective condition of such
container; provided however, that in the case of
a container supplied by or on behalf of the
Carrier, this Clause (b)(iii) shall apply only if
such unsuitability or defective condition would
have been apparent upon reasonable inspection
by the Merchant at or prior to the time of such
filling or packing.
(c) The Merchant shall be liable for any payment, expense,
fine, dues, duty, tax, damage or detention incurred by the
Carrier, the Vessel or the Land Transporter in connection
with the Goods, including any action or requirement of
any government or governmental authority, any seizure under
legal process or attempted seizure, and any failure of the
Merchant to procure consular, health, or other certificates
to accompany the Goods or to comply with any applicable
laws or regulations.
9. GENERAL AVERAGE: General Average will be adjusted and
payable in New York or elsewhere at the option of the
Carrier according to the York-Antwerp Rules 1974 and, as
to matters not therein provided, according to the laws and
usages at the place of adjustment. In the event of
accident, danger, damage or disaster before or after
commencement of the voyage resulting from any cause what-
soever, whether due to negligence or not, for which or
for the consequence of which the Carrier is not responsible
by statute, contract or otherwise, the Merchant shall
contribute with the Carrier in General Average to the
payment of any sacrifice, losses or expenses of a General
Average nature that may be made if incurred, and shall pay
salvage and special charges incurred in respect of the
Goods. If a salving vessel is owned or operated by the
Carrier, salvage shall be paid for as fully as if the
salving vessel or vessels belonged to strangers. Such
deposit, as the Carrier or its agents may deem sufficient
to cover the estimated contribution of the Goods, and any
salvage and special charges thereon, shall, if required,
be paid to the Carrier or its agents prior to delivery into
a special account in accordance with the provisions of the
said Rules.
10. LIABILITY OF CARRIER'S SERVANTS AND AGENTS.
No servant or agent or the Carrier (including any stevedore, terminal
operator or independent contractor employed by the Carrier)
shall in any circumstances whatsoever be under any liability
whatsoever to the Merchant arising or resulting directly or
indirectly from any act, neglect or default while acting
in the course of or in connection with its employment as
servant or agent. Without prejudice to the generality of
the foregoing, every exemption, limitation, condition and
liberty herein contained and every right, exemption from
liability, defense and immunity of whatsoever nature applic-
able to the Carrier or to which the Carrier is entitled
hereunder shall also be available and shall extend to
protect every such servant or agent of the Carrier (includ-
ing any such stevedore, terminal operator or independent
contractor) acting as aforesaid. For the purpose of this
Clause, the servants and agents of the Carrier shall include
all stevedores, terminal operators and independent contract-
ors employed by the Carrier; and the Carrier is or shall be
deemed to be acting as agent or trustee on behalf of and
for the benefit of all persons who are or might be its
servants or agents.
11. STRIKE CLAUSE: The Carrier shall not be responsible for
any loss, damage or delay directly or indirectly resulting
from strikes, lockouts, labor disturbances, trade disputes,
or anything done in contemplation or furtherance thereof,
whether the Carrier be party thereto or not.
12. FIRE: Neither the Carrier nor any of its affiliates
shall be liable for any loss or damage to Goods occurring at
any time (including the periods before loading on and after
discharge from the Vessel) resulting or arising from fire,
unless such fire shall have been caused by the actual
fault or privity of the Carrier.
13. BOTH TO BLAME COLLISION CLAUSE: If the ship comes into
collision with another ship as a result of the negligence
of the other ship and any act, neglect or fault of the
Master, Mariner, Pilot or the servants of the Carrier in
the navigation or in the management of the ship, the Owners
of the Goods carried hereunder will indemnify the Carrier
against all loss of liability to the other or non-carrying
ship or her Owners insofar as such loss or liability repre-
sents loss of, or damage to, or any claim whatsoever of the
Owners of said goods, paid or payable by the other or non-
carrying ship or her Owners as part of their claim against
the carrying ship or carrier.
The foregoing provisions shall also apply where the Owners,
Operators, or those in charge of any ship or ships or
objects other than, or in addition to, the colliding ships
or objects are at fault in respect of a collision or contract.
14. MISCELLANEOUS: None of the provisions of this Bill of
Lading expressly limiting the liability of the Carrier or
any of its affiliates, servants or agents shall be deemed
to reduce the scope of any other limitation of liability
afforded by law or contract. The headings herein are for
convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation
of any provision hereof.
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Rule: 9 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: FREIGHT FORWARDER COMPENSATION
RULE TEXT
A. Payment of Compensation:
Compensation to a licensed Ocean Freight Forwarder will
be paid in connection with any shipment dispatched on
behalf of others when, and only when, such forwarder is
licensed with the Federal Maritime Commission under
Section 19(a) of the Shipping Act of 1984 and has
certified in writing that it holds a valid license
and has performed the following services:
1. Engaged, booked, secured, reserved, or contracted
directly with the carrier or its agent for space
aboard a vessel or confirmed the availability of
that space.
2. Prepared and processed the Ocean Bill of Lading,
Dock Receipt, or other similar document with respect
to the shipment.
B. Carrier will not pay compensation for services described
in Paragraph A more than once on the same shipment.
C. Carrier will not knowingly pay compensation on a ship-
ment in which the Forwarder has a direct or indirect
beneficial interest.
D. The amount of Compensation will be as follows: (See Note 1)
EXPORT SHIPMENTS -
A. Shipments subject to House/House or House/
Pier rates and all shipments subjects to
per container or lumpsum rates: 2 1/2%
B. All other shipments: 4%
IMPORT SHIPMENTS -
A. Shipments subject to House/House or House/
Pier rates and all shipments subject to per
container or lumpsum rates: 2 1/2%
B. All other shipments: 4%
NOTE 1: Commission will not be paid on any surcharges.
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: SURCHARGES AND ARBITRARIES
RULE TEXT
When more than one surcharge and/or arbitrary, which are
stated in terms of percentages, are imposed upon the same
shipment, such surcharges and/or arbitraries shall first
be combined and the aggregate shall be applied in computing
the additional charges.
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: 1 Posting date: 13 November 2009
Amend type: I Effective date: 16 December 2009
Name: SURCHARGES, FUEL
RULE TEXT
FULL CONTAINER LOADS (FCL) $ 55.00 per TEU
(INCREASE TO $90.00 PER TEU, EFFECTIVE December 16, 2009)
RO/RO & breakbulk cargo priced on Lump sum basis: 3.0 % of Freight Revenue
(INCREASE TO 5.0% OF FREIGHT REVENUE, EFFECTIVE December 16, 2009)
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: 2 Posting date: 26 March 2010
Amend type: AC Effective date: 1 April 2010
Name: SURCHARGES AND ARBITRATIES: BERMUDA CUSTOMS INSPECTION FEE (BCIF)
RULE TEXT
BERMUDA CUSTOMS INSPECTION FEE
Except as otherwise specifically provided, a Bermuda Custom Inspection Fee
will be assessed on all cargo as follows:
Less-than-Container-load Cargo - $7.50 per Bill of Lading
Container-Load Cargo - $32.00 per container.
(INCREASE TO $50.00 PER CONTAINER,EFFECTIVE APRIL 1,2010)
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: 3 Posting date: 8 Sep 2006
Amend type: I Effective date: 16 Oct 2006
Name: SURCHARGES AND ARBITRATIES: INTERNATIONAL SHIP AND PORT
FACILITY SECURITY CODE (ISPS)
RULE TEXT
INTERNATIONAL SHIP AND PORT FACILITY SECURITY CODE (ISPS)
An ISPS Surcharge will be levied on all cargo as follows:
Container Load Cargo - $ 6.00 Per TEU
Less-than-Container Load Cargo, RORO, Breakbulk and Cargo
priced on a lump sum: $6.00 per Bill of Lading
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: 4 Posting date: 08 Sep 2006
Amend type: I Effective date: 08 Sep 2006
Name: SURCHARGES AND ARBITRARIES: HAZARDOUS CARGO TRUCKING SURCHARGE
A surcharge will be levied on all loads that require a driver with
a hazardous materials license as follows: $100 per load.
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: 5 Posting date: 24 November 2009
Amend type: I Effective date: 24 November 2009
Name: SURCHARGES AND ARBITRARIES: BERMUDA TERMINAL HANDLING CHARGE (BTHC)
Bermuda Internatioanl Shipping Ltd will collect the Bermuda Terminal
Handling Charge (BTHC) for Stevedoring Services, as following surcharges:
Full Container Loads (FCL) $44.40 per TEU
(NVO containers with commodity Freight all Kind stripped on the dock are excluded)
Trailers $88.80 per trailer
Motor Vehicles $ 6.00 per unit
Breakbulk cargo $0.08 per cft or $0.16 per 100 lbs, whichever is
greater.
LCL reefer cargo rates will be adjusted to include the additional BTHC surcharges
within the base rate: BTHC surcharge for LCL will be $0.08 per cft and $0.16 per 100lbs.
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Rule: 10 Sub-rule: 6 Posting date: 09 February 2007
Amend type: I Effective date: 19 March 2007
Name: SURCHARGES AND ARBITRARIES: REEFER ELECTRICITY SURCHARGE (RES)
The Corporation of Hamilton will initiate a surcharge for providing electricity
to refrigerated containers at the Hamilton Terminal, which will be collected by
the Shipping Lines.
Bermuda International Shipping Ltd will collect the Reefer Electricity Surcharge
of $26.00 per refrigerated container.
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Rule: 11 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: MINIMUM QUANTITY RATES
RULE TEXT
When two or more freight rates are named for carriage of
goods of the same description over the same route and under
similar conditions and the application is dependent upon the
quantity of the goods shipped, the total freight charges
assessed against the shipment shall not exceed the total
charges computed for a larger quantity.
Provided, however, that the rate noted alongside a qualifi-
cation specifying a required minimum quantity either weight
or measurement per container or in containers will be appli-
cable to the contents of the container(s) provided the
minimum set forth is met or exceeded. At the shipper's
option a quantity less than the minimum level may be
freighted at the lower rate provided the weight or measure-
ment declared for rating purposes is increased to the
minimum level.
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Rule: 12 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: AD VALOREM RATES
RULE TEXT
ARTICLES OF EXTRAORDINARY VALUE
The Carrier will not assume any liability for: documents,
currency, money, jewelery, watches, precious stones, or
articles of extraordinary value including accounts, bills,
deeds, evidence of debt, securities, notes, postage stamps,
stamp collections, revenue stamps, letters or packets of
letters, articles of peculiarly inherent value, precious
metals or articles manufactured therefrom, which are not
specifically listed on the Bill of Lading.
The liability of the Carrier as to the value of shipment
at the rate herein provided shall be determined in accord-
ance with the clauses of the Carrier's regular Bill of
Lading form. If the shipper desires to be covered for a
valuation in excess of that allowed by the Carrier's
regular Bill of Lading form, the shipper must so stipulate
in Carrier's Bill of Lading covering such shipments and
such additional liability will be assumed to be Carrier's
only where the shipper has made such a request and has
paid an additional charge in accordance with Ad Valorem
rates on the total declared valuation, in addition to the
stipulated rate on the commodities shipped as specified
herein.
A shipper who has elected to show value of the goods on
the Bill of Lading shall be deemed to have desired to be
covered for the value excess of that allowed by the
Carrier's regular Bill of Lading form, and must be assessed
the abovementioned additional charge.
In respect to all other cargo, where the shipper desires
to be covered for a valuation in excess of the Carrier's
liability and/or elects to show value of the goods of the
Bills of Lading, Ad Valorem charge shall be assessed at
5% of the total declared valuation in addition to the
regular tariff rates.
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Rule: 13 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: TRANSSHIPMENT
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
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Rule: 14 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: CO-LOADING IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
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Rule: 15 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: RESERVED
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 16 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: HAZARDOUS CARGO
RULE TEXT
1. Dynamite, other Explosives, Radioactive and Objection-
able Cargo cannot be accepted for shipment.
2. Shippers, and/or their agents, of Hazardous Articles
shall inform the Carrier of the true character of such
cargo as provided herein. At Carrier's option, but
subject to local ordinances and/or fire regulations,
the following data must be submitted prior to, or at
time of delivery of cargo at Carrier's terminal or
facility.
3. U.S. Department of Transportation Regulations (Sub-
Part C of Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part
172), requires that all shippers provide the following
data for all modes of transportation:
(i) Proper Shipping Name;
(ii) Classification;
(iii) Total quantity by weight, volume or as other-
wise appropriate;
(iv) DOT exemption number (when appropriate);
(v) Indication that materials are being shipped
in "limited quantities" (when appropriate);
(vi) Certification.
DOT Regulations further provide that the following
additional data must be provided for transportation
by water (Sec. 172.203):
(i) Identification of type of packing (e.g.,
Drums, Cylinders, Barrels, etc.);
(ii) The number of pieces of each type of packing;
(iii) The gross weight of each type of packing, or
the individual gross weight of each package;
(iv) For export shipment, any N.O.S. proper ship-
ping name must be followed by technical name
of material in parenthesis.
4. In addition to the data set forth in (3) above, when
required by the country of destination of the materials,
or the country or countries through which the materials
may transit enroute to destination, the shipper shall
provide the Carrier with the following data:
(i) IMO Class Number;
(ii) UN Number;
(iii) Flashpoint/or Flashpoint Range.
5. In addition to the data set forth in (3) and (4) above,
the shipper may provide the following data to the
Carrier on an optional basis:
(i) U.S. - AAR Hazardous Materials STCC Number;
(ii) UN-SITC Number;
(iii) B.T.N. Number.
6. In addition to the foregoing, shippers shall provide the
Carrier with additional data for the transport of
Dangerous/Hazardous Materials as may be required pur-
suant to all applicable governmental regulations, laws,
treaties and conventions.
7. Shippers shall be required to pack, label, placard,
mark and otherwise properly declare their shipments in
accordance with applicable governmental regulations,
laws, treaties and conventions, prior to delivery of
materials to Carrier's terminal or facility.
8. Shippers shall provide the above data to the Carrier
by the following means:
Telex, Teletype, Telegram, Mailgram, Dataphone,
Computer-to-Computer Transmission, or other
Electronic, Optical, Microfilm/Microfiche or other
acceptable communications or data processing device,
except verbal advices by telephone.
9. Notwithstanding the shipper's option provided in (8),
the shippers shall provide the Carrier with written
confirmation of the data supplied prior to sailing of
the vessel. Written confirmation may be in the form
of a letter, certified copy of the telex, certified
packing list, certified copy of the Bill of Lading,
or other document, duly certified and sworn to as
complete and correct by the shipper, as may be accept-
able to the Carrier.
10. In addition to the requirements set forth above, all
shipments of Dangerous/Hazardous Materials shall pro-
vide the Carrier, prior to sailing of the vessel, with
the following signed statement:
CERTIFICATION:
"This is to certify that the above-named materials are
properly classified, described, packaged, marked and
labeled and are in proper condition for transportation
according to the applicable regulations of the United
States Department of Transportation."
Certified on Behalf of the Shipper by:
Date: _______________________________________
(Signature of Authorized Representative of Shipper)
CERTIFICATION (When Required-See Rule 016(4))
"It is certified that the packaging(s) used is(are) of
an approved type and the goods are packed in accordance
with the provisions of the IMO International Maritime
Dangerous Goods Code, including Annex I, so as to adequately
withstand the ordinary risks of handling and carriage by
sea, and that the package(s) is(are) labeled or stenciled
to indicate the identify of the goods and the nature of
the danger, the foregoing in accordance with the require-
ments of the said Code and the International Convention
for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1960."
Certified on Behalf of the Shipper by:
Date__________________________________________
(Signature of Authorized Representative of Shipper)
IMO CLASS UN NO. ..... International Material Dangerous
Goods Code (Published by Inter-
governmental Consulate Organization
- 101 - 194 Picadilly, London, WI, England)
DOT CFR 46/49 ........ Department of Transportation - Code
of Federal Regulations,
Title 46/49 - (Copies may be
obtained from the U.S. Government
Book Store in many major cities.)
US-AAR HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS STCC NO......United States, Association of
American Railroads Standard Trans-
portation Commodity Code Number
(New York City Office,
2 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York,
New York 10001).
UN-SITC NO. ...........United Nations, Standard Inter-
national Trade Classification,
Revised (Available from the
U.N. Book Store, U.N. Headquarters,
American Railroads Standard Trans-
portation Commodity Code Number
(New York City Office,
2 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York,
New York 10001).
UN-SITC NO. ...........United Nations, Standard Inter-
national Trade Classification,
Revised (Available from the
U.N. Book Store, U.N. Headquarters,
New York City).
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Rule: 17 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: GREEN SALTED HIDES IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 18 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: RETURNED CARGO IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 19 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: SHIPPERS REQUESTS IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
Any shipper situated in the United States may transmit his
requests and complaints as hereinafter defined to the
Carrier or to any agent acting for him in the port of
loading, or the Carrier's agents in the United States.
As used in this document, the phrase "requests and
complaints" means any communication requesting a change
in tariff rates, rules or regulations; erroneous billings
due to an incorrect commodity classification, incorrect
weight or measurement of cargo, or other implementation
of the tariff. Routine requests for rate information,
sailing schedules, space availability and the like are not
included in the foregoing.
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 20 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: OVERCHARGE CLAIMS
RULE TEXT
A. Claims for adjustments of freight charges, if based on
alleged errors in weight or measurement, will not be
considered unless presented to the carrier in writing.
Any expenses incurred by the Carrier in connection with
its investigation of the claim shall be borne by the
party responsible for the error, or, if no error is
found, by the claimant.
For the purpose of uniformity in handling claims for
excess measurements refund will only be made as
follows:
1. Where an error has been made by the dock in
calculation of measurements.
2. Against remeasurement at place of loading.
3. Against remeasurement by Carrier's Agent at
destination.
4. By joint remeasurement by Carrier's Agent and
Consignee.
5. By remeasurement of a Marine Surveyor as requested
by Carrier's Agent.
6. Remeasurement fees and expenses in all cases to
be paid by the party at fault.
B. Claims for Freight Rate Adjustment:
1. Claims for freight rate adjustments will be
acknowledged by the Carrier within 20 days of
receipt by written notice to the claimant of
all governing Tariff provisions and claimants
rights under the Shipping Act of 1984.
2. Claims seeking the refund of freight overcharges
may be filed in the form of a complaint with the
Federal Maritime Commission, Washington, DC 20573,
pursuant to the Shipping Act of 1984. Such
claims must be filed within three years of the
date the vessel sails or the date the disputed
charges are paid, whichever is later.
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Rule: 21 Sub-rule: Posting date: 14Mar1996
Amend type: AC Effective date: 13Apr1996
Name: USE OF CARRIER EQUIPMENT
RULE TEXT
A. Free time for shippers taking delivery of Carrier's
empty containers prior to redelivery to Carrier's
terminal for shipment shall be ten (10) working
days for dry containers and five (5) working days
for temperature controlled containers.
B. Free time at Carrier's terminal after discharge from
the vessel, pickup of the full container and redelivery
of the empty containers to Carrier's terminal shall
be ten (10) working days for dry containers and five
(5) working days for temperature controlled containers
and flatbed trailers.
C. The following surcharges shall apply for the use of
Carrier's specialized equipment.
Open Top Containers per TEU - $250.00
Flat Racks per TEU - $75.00
Straps per TEU - $100.00
Straps per Flatbed - $150.00
Tarp per Open Top TEU - $75.00
Tarp per Flatrack TEU - $125.00
NOTE 1: The charge per day, after expiration of the free
period, shall be $15.00 for dry container
NOTE 2: The charge per day, after expiration of the free
period, shall be $20.00 for chassis, flatrack,
open-top container or tank container.
NOTE 3: The charge per day, after expiration of the free
period, shall be $40.00 for temperature controlled
container.
NOTE 4: The charge per day, after expiration of the free
period, shall bee $30.00 for Flatbed trailers
NOTE 5: For combination units consisting of chassis plus
dry container, flatrack, open-top container,
tank container or temperature controlled
container, the Demurrage shall be computed by
combining the individual charges as per NOTES 1,
2 and 3.
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Rule: 22 Sub-rule: Posting date: 20 April 2001
Amend type: I Effective date: 21 May 2001
Name: ADVANCE CHARGES/ SHIPPERS DISBURSEMENTS ON COLLECT SHIPMENTS
RULE TEXT
Shippers and / or forwarders may add their own charges to the
bill of lading for collection from the Consignees. These
charges may not include the cost of the merchandise and may
not exceed the ocean freight. The carrier undertakes to
collect these charges but assumes no responsibility if the
consignee refuses payment. Re-imbursement of these charges
will not be made to the shipper of forwarder until the
consignee has paid these charges plus a collection fee equal
to 10% of the charges to be collected.
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Rule: 23 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: CARRIER TERMINAL RULES AND CHARGES
RULE TEXT
Terminal Rules and Charges are found in subrules hereto.
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Rule: 24 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: NVOCCs IN FOREIGN COMMERCE: BONDS AND AGENTS
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
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Rule: 25 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: CERTIFICATION OF SHIPPER STATUS IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
If the shipper or a member of a shipper's association
tendering the cargo is identified as an NVOCC, the carrier
shall obtain documentation that the NVOCC has a tariff and
a bond as required by Sections 8 and 23 of the Shipping
Act 1984 before the Carrier accepts or transports cargo
for the account of the NVOCC. A copy of the tariff rule
published by the NVOCC and in effect under CFR 514.15 (b)
(25) will be accepted by the Carrier as documenting the
NVOCC's compliance with the tariff and bonding requirements
of the Act.
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Rule: 26 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: TIME/VOLUME RATES IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
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Rule: 27 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: LOYALTY CONTRACTS IN FOREIGN COMMERCE
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 28 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: DEFINITIONS
RULE TEXT
Explanation of definitions as used throughout this tariff,
AW .....................All Water
BAF ....................Bunker Adjustment Factor
CAF ....................Currency Adjustment Factor
COFC .................Container on Flat Car
DDC ...................Destination Delivery Charge
F ........................ Fahrenheit
FCL ....................Full Container Load
FI ....................... Free In to Vessel
FIO .....................Free In and Out to Vessel
FIO ST ...............Free In and Out, Stowed and Trimmed
FO ......................Free Out to Vessel
I.D. .....................Inside Diameter
K.D. ....................Knocked Down
Min .....................Minimum
MLB ...................Mini-Landbridge
N.O.S. .................Not Otherwise Specified
NVOCC ..............Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier
O.D. ....................Outside Diameter
R/T ......................Revenue Ton
SOC .....................Shipper Owned Container
SOTC ...................Shipper Owned Tank Container
SU ....................... Set Up
THC .....................Terminal Handling Charge
TLI ...................... Tariff Line Item
TOFC ...................Trailer on Flat Car
Viz. .......................Namely
VOCC ...................Vessel Operating Common Carrier
CARGO, N.O.S. - means articles not otherwise specified
in individual commodity items of this tariff
CAUTION - means articles which may be subject to Rule No. 16
CO-LOADING - means the combining of cargo, in the import or
export foreign commerce of the U.S. by two or more NVOCC's
for tendering to an ocean carrier under the name of one
or more of the NVOCC's.
DRY CARGO - means cargo other than that requiring
temperature control.
EXPLOSIVE CARGO - means cargo falling within Class A, B
and C explosives as defined in Rule 16.
LABEL CARGO - means cargo requiring White, Yellow, Red,
Red Gas, Green Gas, Poison Gas and Tear Gas labels as
shown. See Rule No. 16
MIXED SHIPMENT - means a shipment consisting of articles
described in and rated under two or more rate items
of this Tariff.
NON-HAZARDOUS - means non-label cargo which is permitted
stowage between decks or under deck (other than
Magazine) under C.F.R. Title 46 - shipping, as
amended from time to time, and such cargo will be
rated in accordance with the rates applicable therefor
as provided in the tariff item.
ONE COMMODITY - means any or all the articles described
in any one rate item in this Tariff.
REVENUE TON - means 1,000 kilos or 1 cubic metre as
freight charges are assessed.
SHIPMENT - means a quantity of goods, tendered by one
consignor on one Bill of Lading at one port/point
of origin at one time in one or more containers
for one consignee at one port/point of destination.
STUFFING, UNSTUFFING - means the physical placing of
cargo into or the physical removal of cargo from
containers.
WORKING DAY - means each calendar day, excepting
Saturday, Sundays and Holidays, between 8:00 A.M.
and 5:00 P.M.
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Rule: 29 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: SYMBOLS
RULE TEXT
Explanation of Symbols as Used Throughout this Tariff:
AMENDMENT TYPE
----------------------------
A Increase (in foreign commerce and across-the-board
increase in domestic commerce)
C Change resulting in neither increase or decrease
in rates or charges
E Expiration (Also use "A" in foreign commerce and
"X" in domestic commerce in the application of
a higher "Cargo, NOS" or similar rate)
G General rate increase or decrease (Domestic Commerce)
I New or initial matter
K Rate or change filed by a controlled common
carrier member of a conference under independent
action (Foreign Commerce)
M Transportation of U.S. Department of Defense cargo
by American - flag common carriers under terms
and conditions negotiated and approved by the
Military Sealift Command (MSC), (Foreign Commerce)
P Extension of service to additional port(s) at rates
already in effect for similar services at the
port(s) being added; or the carrier's establishment
additional terminal facilities at the port(s)
already served, at the same rates as those
currently applicable to comparable facilities of
the carrier at the same port (Domestic Commerce)
Addition of a port or point (Foreign Commerce)
R Reduction (Not a General Rate Decrease in Domestic
Commerce)
S Special Case matter filed pursuant to Special
Permission, Special Docket or other Commission
direction, including a correction amendment to,
or resubmission (after notice of intent to reject)
of, Essential Terms; filing of material to put
tariff in order after rejection or overturning
a rejection; or, filing of tariff data after
suspension, such as for domestic carriers and
controlled carriers, Requires "Special Case Number"
T Terminal rates, charges or provisions or canal
tolls over which the carrier has no control.
W Withdrawal of an erroneous filing on the same
filing date.
X Exemptions:
1. Controlled carrier data in U.S./bilateral
trades or in trades served exclusively by
controlled carrier; or,
2. Increase in domestic commerce. Not a
General Rate Increase or across-the-board increase.
CONTAINER SIZE
------------------------
LTL Less Than Load 45 45FT 8'6"
20 20FT 45A 45FT 9'0" High Cube
24 24FT 45B 45FT 9'6" High Cube
35 35FT 45S 45FT 8'0"
40 40FT 8'6" 45X 45FT Any Height
40A 40FT 9'0" High Cube 48 48FT
40B 40FT 9'6" High Cube 53 53FT
40S 40FT 8'0" N/A Not Applicable
40X 40FT Any Height
42 42FT
43 43FT
CONTAINER TEMPERATURE
---------------------------------------
AC Artificial Atmosphere Control
CLD Chilled
FRZ Frozen
HTD Heated
N/A Not Applicable/Not Operating
RE Refrigerated
VEN Ventilated
CONTAINER TYPE
-------------------------
AC Atmosphere Control
DF Drop Frame
FB Flat Bed
FR Flat Rack
GC Garment Container
HH Half-Height
IN Insulated
N/A Non-Containerized Cargo/Not Applicable
OT Open Top
PC Dry
PL Platform
RE Reefer
TC Tank
TL Top Load
TR Trailer
VR Vehicle Rack
CURRENCY
----------------
USD US Dollar
HAZARD CODE
---------------------
A IMO Stow Category A
B IMO Stow Category B
C IMO Stow Category C
D IMO Stow Category D
E IMO Stow Category E
HAZ Hazardous
NHZ Non-Hazardous
N/A Not Applicable
LENGTH, WIDTH, HEIGHT UNITS
---------------------------
FT Feet
M Meters
LOCATION TYPES
-------------------------
C Country
G Group
P Port
S State
Y City
RATE BASIS
-----------------
W Weight (1,000 Kilos)
M Measure (1 Cubic Meter)
WM Weight/Measure (1,000 Kilos or 1 Cubic Meter,
whichever produces the greater revenue)
LS Lump Sum
PC Per Container
AV Ad Valorem
EA Each (as defined)
MBF 1000 Board Feet
SHIPMENT SERVICE
----------------------------
B Barge
D Door
H House
M Motor
O Ocean Port
P Pier
R Rail Yard
S Container Station
T Terminal
U Rail Siding
X Team Tracks
Y Container Yard
VOLUME UNITS
----------------------
CFT Cubic Feet
CBM Cubic Meter
WEIGHT UNITS
---------------------
KGS Kilograms
CFT Cubic Feet
CBM Cubic Meter
WEIGHT UNITS
----------------------
KGS Kilograms
KT Kiloton
LBS Pounds
ST Short Tons (2000 LBS)
LT Long Tons (2240 LBS)
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 30 Sub-rule: Posting date: 19 Oct 2005
Amend type: I Effective date: 19 Nov 2005
Name: ACCESS TO TARIFF INFORMATION
RULE TEXT
A) Tariff rates are available at www.sbrates.com and are updated weekly.
B) Tariff Subscription Fee, includes corrections,supplements,
amendments and/or reissues, is per year or part thereof.
Remittance must accompany all requests for initial copy
of tariff. Payment of subscription renewal is due each
January 1 for the ensuing calendar year. Copies may be
obtained from:
BERMUDA INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING, LTD.
C/O VOIGT MARITIME INC.
11 Broadway, Suite 1730
NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10004
FAX: 212-635-9584
NOTE: U.S. SUBSCRIPTION: $1350.00
FOREIGN SUBSCRIPTION: $1850.00
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Rule: 31 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: RESERVED
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
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Rule: 32 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: RESERVED
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
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Rule: 33 Sub-rule: Posting date: 17Nov1994
Amend type: CR Effective date: 17Nov1994
Name: PROJECT RATES
RULE TEXT
A project commodity description for project rates shall
include materials and equipment to be employed in the
construction or development of a named facility used
for a major governmental charitable, manufacturing,
resource exploitation, public utility or public
service purpose, and also includes disaster relief
projects. No materials or equipment covered under a
project rate shall be transported for the purpose of
resale or other commercial distribution.
The following clause shall appear on Bills of Lading
pertaining to project rates:
"All materials included in this Bill of Lading are of a
wholly proprietary nature and shall not be resold or
otherwise commercially distributed at destination."
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 33 Sub-rule: A Posting date: 30Apr1997
Amend type: C Effective date: 30Apr1997
Name: PROJECT RATES - SPECIFIC PROJECT NAMES
RULE TEXT
Shown below are specific project rates as filed in this
tariff.
ITEM NO.
NASA SPACE STATION, VIZ:
Equipment, Material & Supplies 9830.30.3000
U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION, VIZ:
Equipment, Material & Supplies 9800.31.0100
Cement, in Bags on Pallets 9800.31.0200
Structural Steel 9800.31.0300
Bar Joists 9800.31.0400
Insulation Material 9800.31.0500
Rolling Stock 9800.31.0600
Returned Equipment & Material 9800.31.0700
BERMUDA UNDERWATER EXPLORATION
INSTITUTE PROJECT:
Exhibits, Marine & Oceanographic
Structural Steel 9800.31.0300
Bar Joists 9800.31.0400
Insulation Material 9800.31.0500
Rolling Stock 9800.31.0600
Returned Equipment & Material 9800.31.0700
BERMUDA UNDERWATER EXPLORATION
INSTITUTE PROJECT:
Exhibits, Marine & Oceanographic
& Display Material, NOS 9800.10.1000
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 34 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: RESERVED
RULE TEXT
NOT APPLICABLE
===================== End of Rule Text =====================
Rule: 35 Sub-rule: Posting date: 13Oct1994
Amend type: I Effective date: 15Nov1994
Name: FREE TIME AND DEMURRAGE CHARGES ON IMPORT CARGO
RULE TEXT
1) Free Time and Demurrage Charges at the Port of Salem, NJ
a) Free time: Five days (exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays
and legal holidays), computed from the start of
business on the first day after complete discharge
of the vessel.
b) Free time on import property at Salem, NJ shall not
be less than five days, except on property of such
a special nature as to require earlier removal
because of local ordinances or other governmental
regulations, or because piers are not equipped to
care for such property for such period.
c) Except as otherwise provided, where carrier is for
any reason, unable or refuses, to tender cargo for
delivery during free time, free time will be extended
for a period equal to the duration of the carrier's
disability or refusal. If such condition arises
after the expiration of free time, first period
demurrage will be charged for a period equal to the
duration of the carrier's inability or refusal.
d) Where consignee is prevented from removing its cargo
by factors beyond its control (such as, but not
limited to, longshoremen's strikes, trucking strikes
or weather conditions) which affect an entire port
area or a substantial portion thereof, and when
consignee is prevented from removing its cargo by
a longshoremen's strike which affects only one pier
or less than a substantial portion of the port area,
carrier shall (after expiration of free time) assess
demurrage against imports at the rate applicable to
the first demurrage period, for such time as the
inability to remove the cargo may continue.
e) Demurrage charges will be assessed as per applicable
Salem Terminal Tariff.
f) Following a longshoremen's strike of five (5) days or more:
1) Free time shall be extended for a period not less
than five (5) days (exclusive of Saturdays,
Sundays and legal holidays) beyond the time at
which it would normally terminate, for cargo
which was in a free time period at the commence-
ment of the longshoremen's strike.
2) First period demurrage shall be extended for a
period not less than five (5) calendar days beyond
the time at which it would normally terminate,
for cargo which was subject to first period
demurrage at the commencement of the longshore-
men's strike.
g) The extensions set forth in paragraphs (f)(1) and
(f)(2) of this section, shall apply only: (1) If
the cargo is actually picked up within such extended
time or (2) if, pursuant to an appointment system
adopted by both carrier and consignees, cargo is
picked up within twenty-four (24) hours of advance
notification that cargo is available for pickup and
readily accessible, in which latter event, time shall
adopted by both carrier and consignees, cargo is
picked up within twenty-four (24) hours of advance
notification that cargo is available for pickup and
readily accessible, in which latter event, time shall
not be extended more than twenty-four (24) hours
beyond the additional free time or demurrage period.
h) All rail car demurrage is for the account of cargo
unless it is accumulated due to Carrier's or agent's
convenience.
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