Difference between revisions of "Detention (shipping)"

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(New page: '''Detention''' refers to a penalty charge against shippers or consignees for delaying carrier's equipment beyond allowed time. Demurrage is a penalty applied to cargo; detention appli...)
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Detention refers to a penalty charge against shippers or consignees for delaying carrier's equipment beyond allowed time. Demurrage is a penalty applied to cargo; detention applies to equipment.[1]

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration [1]