demurrage

• Gebühr für die Überschreitung der vereinbarten Lade- oder Löschzeit bei Schiffen, Waggons oder anderem Frachtgut; auch die Verzögerung selbst.

A noun referring to a fee charged for the delay of a ship, freight car, or other cargo beyond its scheduled departure time, or the detention itself.

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1. Compensation charge for delayC1formal

   A fee imposed for the delay of a ship, freight car, or other cargo beyond its scheduled departure time.

   Liegegeld

   • The shipping company had to pay demurrage for the extra days the cargo was held at the port.
   • Demurrage charges can accumulate quickly if the vessel is not unloaded on time.
   • The contract includes a clause for demurrage fees in case of delays.

   Synonymedetention

2. Detention of cargoC1formal

   The act of detaining a ship, freight car, or other cargo beyond its scheduled departure time.

   Liegegeld

   • The demurrage of the cargo caused significant logistical issues.
   • Port authorities reported an increase in demurrage due to congestion.
   • The company faced demurrage after failing to clear customs promptly.

   Synonymedetentionholdingretention