Definition

December 21, 2005 by Splatty  
Filed under Definitions


Demurrage

1. In international transportation, a charge for the failure to remove cargo from a terminal within the allowed free time. Also, a charge for failure to load or unload a ship within the allowed period.

2. (USA) In domestic transportation, a penalty charge against users for use of carriers’ equipment beyond the allowed free time.

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