المملكة: “Ports” obligates agents to expedite transit shipping and threatens those who are late with additional fees
Issued The General Authority of Portsfirm proactive directives to shipping lines and agents, to accelerate the transport of transit shipments and their re-shipment within their regular periods.
This move comes to ensure the smooth operation and continuity of supply chains, in response to the current geopolitical developments affecting the sea lanes.
Controls the speed of transport of goods
She explained the importance of early coordination with the relevant authorities to ensure the speed of Transportation of goods to final destinations. The General Ports Authority pointed out that the current change in cargo flow patterns requires careful operational planning that prevents goods from remaining in its yards for long periods.
The Vice President of the General Ports Authority for Policies and Legislation warned «“, Yousef Al-Hussan, from the negative operational effects resulting from the accumulation of shipments and their exceeding the permitted periods.
He pointed out that laxity in extracting goods will inevitably lead to the application of wages and costs determined in accordance with the fees and charges system for port services.
Monitoring the movement of goods
The instructions, based on the royal decree on the commercial maritime system, indicated the need for operators to take the initiative to review their operational plans and manage cargo flows effectively.
It stressed The General Ports Authority continues to carefully monitor performance indicators and the movement of goods to avoid any pressure that may affect capacity.
The official document addressed to terminal operators revealed the authority’s readiness to activate “regulatory intervention” and take additional measures if indicators arise that require it.
At the same time, it stressed the importance of beneficiaries and berth users adhering to proactive arrangements in order to enhance performance efficiency and serve the public interest.
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