Re-stowage Charge

Re-stowage Charge refers to the fee incurred when goods need to be reloaded, repositioned, or turned over inside a container during transportation. Common scenarios include: re-packing after customs inspection, adjustment of stowage by the shipping company, rearrangement of cargo that has shifted inside the container, or splitting of cargo within the same container. This charge is usually borne by the cargo owner, depending on liability and contract terms. Note: Re-stowage charge differs from devanning charge and stuffing charge; devanning charge only covers taking cargo out of the container, stuffing charge covers loading it back in, while re-stowage charge covers the entire process of turning over, rearranging, and reloading. In addition, re-stowage charges may vary greatly by port, shipping company, and agent. It is advisable to clarify the responsible party when booking and to communicate with the freight forwarder promptly in case of inspection or other unexpected situations to avoid extra costs. It is also different from demurrage and re-booking fees, which involve container overuse and schedule changes respectively.