The shipowner could earn more at less risk by making sure there were demurrage clauses in the charter party. |
An old term for good opportunity or season for navigation, which, if neglected, was liable to costs of demurrage. |
There are instances of vessels demurrage due to irregular operation of the locks, in particular, in the area of Dzherdap. |
It may be in the interests of such a consignee to take delivery to avoid demurrage charges or simply because of an urgent need for the goods. |
She would not disclose the size of the charges because demurrage is negotiated with each customer and for commercial reasons is confidential. |
These agreements stipulated that the ships would be inspected by government officials, that they would sail in convoy and that demurrage would be paid in the event of delay. |