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Operational Restrictions

Operation Restrictions

1. Road Limitation

2. Terminal Limitation

  • Gantry Crane Maximum Capacity: 40 MT
  • Non-working Days: Not available.

3. Transshipment Restrictions

  • As the rules and regulations for intransit cargo are frequently changed, please check with local office for updates. Generally, please note:
    • Explosives, ammunitions and highly flammable liquids have to be discharged at Anchorage into private barges under supervision of Port Safety Department.
    • Harbour master decides which class of cargo can be discharged alongside and which to be handled at anchorage
    • Class 1 & Class 7 cargo are not allowed

4. Dangerous Cargo Restrictions

Subject to approval

5. Customs Requirements

  • Manifest must show gross weight of cargo in Kilos and cubic metres
  • 2 non negotiable copies of B/Ls must be submitted. Photocopies are not accepted
  • FCL and LCL manifests are submitted separately. 2 copies of manifest in English are submitted to the port
  • COR cargo release, original invoice, certificate of origin and packing list are required

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