CLIENT ADVISORY
MTOS revisions taking effect on July 1, 2021
May 3, 2021
 
To: Users of GPA's Marine Terminal Operator Schedule ("MTOS") No 5-A, No. 10-A and No. 11

Effective July 1, 2021, the Georgia Ports Authority will implement the following changes to the MTOS:
 
No. 5-A Rule 34-520 – Container Yard Services (New Charge)

Hazard Class Terminal Use Fee for containers assigned to one of nine hazard classes as defined in 49 CFR 172.101 and 173 = $75 per container

Note: Exception to the subject fee is Class 1.1 (Mass Explosive Hazard, Class 1.2 – Projection Hazard) and Class 7 (Radioactive Materials)
 
  • Hazard Class Surcharge applied to Class 1.1 – Mass Explosive Hazard, Class 1.2 – Projection Hazard and Class 7 (Radioactive Materials) = $1,000 per container
 
No. 5-A Rule 34-521 – Container Yard Services (Rate Increase)

  • U.S. Coast Guard Regulated Cargo when escorted by Port Police from $375 to $500 per container

Should you have any questions, contact the Customer Service team at 912- 963-5526 or csv@gaports.com.   
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Paul Yarborough
General Manager Contracts, Grants, Pricing and MTOS