Further to our first announcement on this matter on November 03, 2011 would all customers please note that , the Maritime Coastguard Agency interpretation of Special Provision 962 has now been amended per the following advice.
December 22, 2011
Dear Valued Customers
Following our announcement of November 30th, we would like to bring to your attention that the implementation date of our Peak Season Surcharge has been rescinded to January 1st 2012 and will be applicable to all shipments from Asia to Europe.
December 19, 2011
UK Inland Haulage Tariffs
Customers are advised that the following inland haulage tariffs will change on January 9th:
England & Wales via Southampton
England and Wales via Thamesport
England, Wales and Scotland via Liverpool
At the same time, our Inland Fuel Surcharge will be re-set to 0%.
(click above link to view full news item online)
December 19, 2011
Terminal Handling Charges for Eastbound Transatlantic Trades
On December 1st we advised customers that our European tariff structure for Terminal Handling and Security Surcharges would be changing on January 1st 2012 for all trades. (VIEW)
Upon further consideration we have decided, for Eastbound Transatlantic shipments only, to postpone these changes until April 1st 2012.
December 13, 2011
Grand Alliance announces temporary suspension of LPD service in Far East-Europe routes
The member lines of the Grand Alliance, Hapag-Lloyd, NYK and OOCL, have decided to temporarily suspend their LPD Service between Far East and Europe with effect from November 13, 2011 until further notice.
December 01, 2011
We wish to bring to your attention the changes that we are making to the UK Terminal Handling Charges that have been in place since January 1st 2010.
Considering on one hand the various cost increases we have had over the past two years, and on the other our customers' wish to see a simplification of our tariffs, the new Terminal Handling Charges will now include OOCL's Security Surcharge. (click above link to website to view whole item)
December 01, 2011
Dear Valued Customers,
This is to advise that OOCL will implement a Peak Season Surcharge of USD 200 per TEU, applicable to all shipments from Asia to Europe effective from December 26, 2011.
November 30, 2011
Customers are advised that, pursuant to the requirements of IMDG Code Amendment 35 which comes into force on January 1st 2012, OOCL will start to treat shipments of all cars and motor vehicles as Dangerous Goods.
According to Amendment 35, motor vehicles or machinery powered by fuel cell or combustion engines shall be consigned as UN 3166 Class 9, and subject to Special Provisions 312, 356, 961 and 962.
November 03, 2011
Customers are advised that with effect 1st November 2011 our UK Export Documentation Fee (DOC) will be structured as follows:
Where neither the Booking or Shipping Instruction is submitted electronically*, GBP 30 per B/L
Where either the Booking or Shipping Instruction is submitted electronically*, GBP 20 per B/L
Where both the Booking and Shipping Instruction is submitted electronically*, GBP 10 per B/L
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October 12, 2011
OOCL and Freightliner Limited are pleased to announce the renewal of its ten year contract as part of their commitment to the strategic cooperative partnership in providing the best inter-modal solutions to OOCL customers into the next decade.
September 16, 2011
Following a recent review, please be advised that from 1st October 2011 OOCL UK Branch will issue as standard just 1 Copy non-negotiable Bill of Lading or Sea Waybill.
Please specify on your Shipping Instructions if you need more than 1 Copy.
September 12, 2011
Following a recent review, customers are advised that we will increase our inland fuel surcharge from 21% to 23% on 1st September 2011. The new rate will apply to all Carrier Haulage unless otherwise agreed in the prevailing Service Contract or Rate Agreement. (Click above link to view whole item)
July 22, 2011
We have received pre-advice from the UK Border Agency that there is the possibility of reduced or no service in Thamesport and Southampton on Thursday 30th June due to industrial action by public sector employees. (click above link to view all)
June 24, 2011
The European Union (EU) Commission and Member States agreed that the grace period for compliance to EU Regulation 1875/2006 would be effective until June 30, 2011
June 03, 2011
Business partners are informed that due to reorganisation we shall be conducting our business as a UK branch office of our parent company, Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd, from the 1st June 2011.
May 31, 2011
New OOCL Chassis Policy in the United States
As stated in our advisory of March 1st, this is a reminder that effective May 1, 2011, OOCL will no longer provide chassis for import and export shipments to/from the following locations:
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April 26, 2011
For oversized cargo, yachts and other special projects, OOCL in the UK provides a dedicated Project Cargo team, special equipment, an extensive network, and unique 'Take it Personally' attitude to ship your goods all over the world at very competitive prices. (click above link to view whole item)
April 18, 2011
Dear customers,
We would like to advise you of the start of our new service from the UK and Ireland to the Eastern Mediterranean and Indian Sub Continent, and vice versa. This commences with the departure of the OOCL San Francisco voyage 759E from Southampton on May 2, 2011.
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April 15, 2011
Dear Customers,
Following a recent review we have taken the decision to amend our Inland Fuel Surcharge for Carrier Haulage. With effect 10th May 2011 this will change to 21% for both the UK and the Republic of Ireland. The new surcharge will apply to all inland rates unless agreed otherwise in the prevailing Service Contract or Rate Agreement. (Click above link to view all this item)
April 05, 2011
Customers are advised of changes to our Import Lo/Lo (Equipment Handover Charge) in the Republic of Ireland. With effect 1st May 2011 this surcharge will be applied for all import containers released for Merchant Haulage, regardless of cargo origin, at a standardised rate of EUR 60 per container. It will not apply for containers delivered under Carrier Haulage. (Click above link to view all this item)
March 31, 2011
Further to our previous customer advisory about the earthquakes and Tsunami along the northeast coast of Japan on March 11, please find below the latest update of the Japanese Port Operation and our shipments.
March 18, 2011
Customer Advisory: Port Operation Updates on Major Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan
Dear Customers
Subsequent to the earthquakes and Tsunami along the northeast coast of Japan on March 11, please find below the latest update of the port operations and our shipments. We will keep you posted of further updates once new information is available.
Port Operation:
Operation of ports except Sendai, Hitachinaka and Kashima are resuming to normal. Please refer to OOCL.com for the latest update
March 14, 2011
With the support from our valued customers, we are pleased to advise that during the first 2 months of the EU Security Advance Manifest operation, OOCL has achieved an overall acceptance ratio of over 99% from its relevant EU customs offices for our customs submissions.
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March 04, 2011
Customers are advised that, with immediate effect, import containers will only be released or delivered upon receipt of cleared funds.
Whilst our preferred method of payment is bank transfer, we can accept GBP payments by cheque, subject to cleared funds being available in our account prior to release or delivery. You should allow 7 working days for cheques to clear, per the Cheque Clearing Cycle.
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March 04, 2011
Customers are advised that, after considered review, the following changes will be made to local surcharges in the UK and Ireland with effect 1 March 2011.
Inland Fuel Surcharge
Currently 17%, this will change to 19.75% for both the UK and Ireland to reflect changes in underlying fuel costs and tax increases.
Import Lo/Lo (Equipment Handover Charge at Destination)
This fee applied to all import containers under Merchant Haulage in the UK will increase from £55 t
January 25, 2011
