RULE: 23.34 - VEHICLE BOOKING/TIME SLOT SYSTEM COMPLIANCE (VBS) Eff: 01NOV2018
| Effective | 01NOV2018 |
|---|---|
| Filed | 01NOV2018 |
| Filing Codes | IC |
A number of Port Authorities and Terminal Operators utilize Vehicle Booking/Wharf Timeslot Systems (VBS) to manage the flow of containers into and out of their Port Container Facilities. When Carrier is required to comply with the requirements of a VBS System in order to tender a container to the underlying VOCC at a POL, or to collect a container from the underlying VOCC at a destination POD, Carrier will meet and fulfill such requirements as part of the transportation service provided to Shipper or Consignee. However, the charge assessed by the Port Authority, Terminal Operator or their agents, along with any Handling Fee, in order to comply with VBS requirements will be as specified on the individual rate listing in a governed NSA and shall be for the account of the cargo and will be advanced for payment, SBJ to the provisions of Rule 2.11 (Advance Charge Rule).
