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Incoterms 2020

What is Liner Terms?

Liner Terms Standard contract terms for ocean freight shipments specifying that loading and discharging costs at the port are included in the carrier’s freight rate, under regular scheduled service.

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Liner Terms” Used in Practice?

The contract was based on liner terms, so all stevedoring costs at both loading and discharge ports were borne by the shipping line.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Liner Terms?

Standard contract terms for ocean freight shipments specifying that loading and discharging costs at the port are included in the carrier’s freight rate, under regular scheduled service.

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