Your Wheat Cargo Arrived at the Port but Was Not Released. Who Pays for the Delay?

A wheat shipment may arrive at the port on time, yet problems can begin after arrival.

The delay may involve discharge, inspection, documentation, customs procedures, or waiting for a required clearance.

Additional costs may then arise, including demurrage, storage, and other expenses.

The key question is: who caused the delay?

Before accepting any additional claim, identify when the delay occurred, who was responsible for the required action, and review the relevant documents, correspondence, discharge records, and clearance procedures.

In grain shipments, identifying the cause of delay can be critical to determining who bears the resulting costs.

Facing Delay in the Release of a Wheat Shipment? Soliman Advocates – Cargo & Customs Department can review the shipment documents, procedural records, financial claims, and assess liability and the appropriate steps to protect your rights.

Prepared by: Cargo & Customs Department – Soliman Advocates