Damietta Salt Loading Rates — Vessel Size, Demurrage, Free Time
Damietta salt loading rates per vessel size — handysize, supramax, panamax. Demurrage rates, free time, queue management. Practical FAQ for shipping coordinators planning Egyptian salt parcels.
Damietta Salt Loading Rates — Vessel Size, Demurrage, Free Time
FAQ for shipping coordinators planning bulk Egyptian salt parcels at Damietta.
| Vessel | Loading rate | Time to load 25,000 MT |
|---|---|---|
| Handysize (15-25,000 DWT) | 4,000-6,000 MT/day | 4-6 days |
| Supramax (40-60,000 DWT) | 5,000-7,000 MT/day | 4-5 days (45,000 MT typical) |
| Containers (20' bulk) | 25 MT/container, 50-100 containers/day | varies |
- Pre-loading documentation: 24-48 hours before berth allocation
- Berth allocation: typically same-day on confirmed pre-loading
- Surveyor (loading) + Customs clearance: parallel to loading
Plan your parcel — submit RFQ with target vessel size + tonnage.
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