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What is demurrage in the context of logistics?
Demurrage is a charge payable to the owner of a chartered ship or other cargo vehicle for delays in loading or unloading beyond the agreed time.
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Question: What is demurrage in the context of logistics?
Answer options:
- A discount for early payment of freight charges. ✅ A penalty charge for exceeding the allowed time for loading/unloading cargo.
- The cost of insuring goods during transit.
- A fixed fee for customs clearance.
Correct answer: A penalty charge for exceeding the allowed time for loading/unloading cargo.
Explanation: Demurrage is a charge payable to the owner of a chartered ship or other cargo vehicle for delays in loading or unloading beyond the agreed time.
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