Bunker surcharges to increase

19 Jan 2023 / Cotonou, Benin

From 1 February 2023, Cotonou Port will increase the bunker surcharges payable for the following services:

  • Towage service and 12NM in/out escort:
    € 84.72 per operation instead of € 72.67 applicable from 17 May 2022 to 31 January 2023

  • Pilotage service and embarkation + disembarkation:
    €24.53 per operation instead of € 21.04 applicable from 17 May 2022 to 31 January 2023

According to its circular issued on 17 January 2023, the port reserves the right to adjust the bunker surcharge on a monthly basis, following the change of bunker price by Benin Republic government.

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