Further to the Association circular ref: A(25)137 dated 10 October, we would like to advise you that the Ministry of Transport of the PRC issued a notice (attached) today, imposing special port service fees on US vessels, with effect from 14 October 2025.

While members may wish to consult their own expert advice on the notice and related issues, please feel free to contact the Association secretariat (Managing Director Sandy Chan, Regulatory Affairs Director Captain Nittin Handa, and China Affairs Director Gilbert Feng) to exchange views on the subject matter.

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