​Demurrage: What is it?

Demurrage charges are applied for storage of laden containers whilst in OOCL’s care in a port, rail terminal, feeder terminal, inland depot or container yard. Demurrage is applied after a designated free time.

Detention: What is it?

Detention charges are applied for the storage or holding of containers whilst in our customers’ care outside a port, rail terminal, feeder terminal, inland depot or container yard. Detention is applied after a designated free time.
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Please note that the demurrage and detention tariff rate for Mexico has been amended with an effective date of December 06, ​2024. ​

Please click he​re​ for the Mexico Detention and Demurrage Free time and Charges.​

For more information on rate applicability, please click here.​​