June 24, 2021 in CUSTOMER ADVISORY
Customer Advisory: Yantian Ports Situation Update 3
Port: Yantian (YICT), Shenzhen
- As of June 24, 2021, 00:00, all terminals have resumed normal operations
- Import laden container and empty container pick-ups as usual
- YICT will only accept export laden container gate-in 7 days before vessel ETA.
- Quota: Max. 9,000 laden return per day
- All truckers need to provide negative proof of nucleic acid test within 72 hours before they can access the gate of terminal
- All truckers need to make an appointment through the nominated portal to get a confirmation before laden can be returned to YICT
Port: Shekou/Chiwan (SCT/CCT), Shenzhen
- As of June 21, 2021, 00:00, SCT/CCT will only accept export laden container gate-in 4 days before vessel ETA
- All truckers need to provide negative proof of nucleic acid test within 72 hours before they can access the gate of terminal
Port: Nansha (NICT), Guangzhou
- As of June 23, 2021, 12:00, all laden return and empty container pick-ups are suspended until further notice
- NICT is experiencing heavy congestion due to tighter controls at YICT/SCT/CCT. The suspension will last at least 3 days in order to manage the detained laden containers as reported
Loading and unloading at APLL Yantian warehouse are expected to slow down due to the situation. Although port operations at YICT is back to normal, the congestion is likely to continue for at least a few weeks due to shortage of space and empty equipment. Our operation team is working closely with customers and shippers to adjust the cargo delivery schedule until the situation is relieved.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact your APL Logistics Account Manager or the local APL Logistics office.
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