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August 24, 2026 · Monday · 1 items · 1 sections
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RCL has imposed a port congestion surcharge on all import containers destined for Khor Fakkan in the UAE because vessel waiting times have exceeded seven days. This adds cost and uncertainty to China-Middle East auto parts shipments.
What this means for buyersImporters shipping parts into the UAE's east coast should factor in higher freight costs and longer lead times, and consider alternative discharge ports or schedule buffers.