FMFF urges DP World to delay port charges amid Sapangar Bay congestion
Published on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Published on: Tue, Jun 24, 2025 Text Size: The Sapangar Bay Oil Terminal - Sabah Ports Authority pic KOTA KINABALU: The Federation of Malaysian Freight Forwarders (FMFF), during its 20th AGM and 129th Council Meeting, voiced strong objections to DP World's upcoming implementation of a container removal charge at Sapangar Bay Container Port (SBCP). Effective 15 July 2025, DP World plans to reduce the container free period from 8 days to 5, imposing charges of RM45 (20') and RM90 (40') per container. FMFF says the move is "premature, unfair, and unjustified" due to worsening yard and gate congestion, where haulers reportedly wait up to 6 hours inside the port. 'Customs clearance delays further compound the issue, making it nearly impossible to meet the new 5-day deadline. 'Added charges will increase import costs, ultimately burdening consumers in Sabah, where living costs are already high,' they said in a statement. FMFF called to resolve congestion issues beforehand and only revise SOPs in line with tangible improvements in port efficiency. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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