All inbound shipments to India must have the minimum 6 digit and Maximum 8-digit HS Code clearly indicated in the cargo manifest.
This requirement has been introduced by Indian custom authorities to ensure alignment of incoming cargo details with SCMTR system, facilitating more accuracy and efficient cargo clearance.
We request all Port of Loadings to ensure strict compliance with this requirement by manifesting correct HS code of minimum 6 or maximum 8-digit HS code in commodity Tab as well as BL Body tab to avoid potential delays or issues in filing the custom manifest for all Inbound cargo.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.
Effective 01 July 2025, all inbound shipments to Iraq must have the HS Code clearly indicated in the cargo manifest.
This requirement has been introduced by Iraqi customs authorities to ensure alignment of incoming cargo data with the SCUDA system, facilitating more accurate and efficient cargo clearance.
We kindly request all Ports of Loading to ensure strict compliance with this requirement to avoid any potential delays or issues during clearance at the Port of Discharge: Umm Qasr Port, Iraq.
Attached is the official circular issued by the State Agent – Ministry of Transportation, State Company for Maritime Transport for your reference.
Please be informed that an Environmental Fuel Surcharge (EFS) as per below; will be imposed based on the Very Low Sulphur fuel price of between US$500 to US$550 per ton with effective from 1st July 2025.
The Environmental Fuel Surcharge (EFS) will be reviewed on monthly basis for necessary adjustment in line with below Matrix and implemented with an advance notice to customers.
Please contact our local Sales and Customer Service team for bookings and any further assistance.
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to and from South Korea. The revised tariff will take effect on July 15th, 2025, based on the actual arrival or departure date of the cargo.
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We would like to inform you that, effective 15 June 2025 (Departure Date), the export free time and advancement policy will be revised as follows:
− Free Time: 10 calendar days − Export Detention & Demurrage (Combined): Will apply until the vessel’s load date
The Combined Demurrage and Detention (D&D) free days structure for shipments from Abu Dhabi is as follows:
Combined Detention and Demurrage for Export will be calculated from the time of ‘actual’ empty pull out from our appointed empty container depot to the ‘actual’ loading of the laden container on the vessel. Port storage is collected separately as per port tariff.
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to Abu Dhabi. The revised tariff will take effect on June 15th, 2025, based on the actual arrival date of the cargo.
Combined Detention and Demurrage charges for imports are calculated from the time of ‘actual’ discharge from the vessel to the ‘actual’ gate-in of the empty container at our appointed empty container depot.
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you.
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to and from Qatar. The revised tariff will take effect on July 1st, 2025, based on the actual arrival or departure date of the cargo.
Combined Detention and Demurrage charges for imports are calculated from the time of ‘actual’ discharge from the vessel to the ‘actual’ gate-in of the empty container at our appointed empty container depot.
Combined Detention and Demurrage for Export are calculated from the time of ‘actual’ empty pull out from our appointed empty container depot to the ‘actual’ loading of the laden container on the vessel. Port storage is collected separately as per port tariff.
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you.
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to and from Vietnam. The revised tariff will take effect on July 1st, 2025, based on the actual arrival or departure date of the cargo.
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Please be informed of the upcoming change to the quantum of the Combined Detention and Demurrage tariff for shipments to and from Indonesia. The revised tariff will take effect on June 15th, 2025, based on the actual arrival or departure date of the cargo.
Combined Detention and Demurrage charges for imports are calculated from the time of ‘actual’ discharge from the vessel to the ‘actual’ gate-in of the empty container at our appointed empty container depot.
Combined Detention and Demurrage for Export are calculated from the time of ‘actual’ empty pull out from our appointed empty container depot to the ‘actual’ loading of the laden container on the vessel
We appreciate your continued support. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you
Please note that Container Protection Charge (CPC) will now be implemented for all COC shipments with an ETA on or after 15 June 2025 in Bahrain.
This charge is introduced to enhance our ability to provide consistent and reliable container service. It is specifically designed to cover partial container repair and cleaning costs, offering protection for damages within a capped limit of up to USD 150 per container.
Container Protection Charge (CPC) will be charged as follows:
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our local customer service and sales representatives.
Thank you for your support and partnership with ESL.
Please be advised that in order to continue providing a reliable and active service to the ports of Zanzibar (Malindi) and Fumba, we hereby inform our customers of the following Peak Season Surcharge (PSS):
From date: 3rd June 2025 To date: until further notice Origins: Far East, Southeast Asia, India Sub-Continent, Arabian Gulf, East Med, Red Sea Destinations: Zanzibar (TZZNZ), Fumba (TZFMA) Cargo type: all
Should you have any inquiries relating to this regulation, please feel free to contact our local customer service representatives.
