When a container shipped from the United Kingdom arrives at the Port of Mombasa, importers are expected to complete customs clearance and remove the cargo within the allowed free storage period. If the container remains at the port for more than 21 days, significant storage charges, demurrage fees, and operational complications can arise. The longer…
Importers shipping containers from the United Kingdom to Kenya often focus on freight costs, customs duties, and taxes, but one of the most expensive unexpected charges can be container demurrage. Demurrage is charged by the shipping line when a container remains at the port beyond the free days granted after arrival. These charges can accumulate…
One of the most important questions for importers shipping containers from the United Kingdom to Kenya is how long cargo can remain at the Port of Mombasa before storage charges begin to accrue. The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) provides a limited free storage period for containers after arrival. Once this period expires, daily storage charges…