Tanzania’s International Container Terminal Services (Ticts) has filed an application for higher charges at the Dar es Salaam port.
According to TradeMark East Africa (TMEA), Ticts is applying for a 31% increase in stevedoring charges for 20- and 40-foot containers (stevedoring) and a 32% increase in handling charges for the same containers at the terminal.
Currently, stevedoring charges for a 20- and 40-foot full container load (FCL) intended for domestic use stand at US$71 and US$107 respectively. Ticts is proposing to increase the rate to U$93 and U$140.
The current handling rate is US$79 (20-foot) and US$119 (40-foot) respectively. The Ticts proposal will bring the rate to US$104 for a 20-foot container and US$157 for a 40-footer.
The decision on whether or not to grant the application now lies with the Surface and Marine Transport Regulatory Authority (Sumatra).
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