Incoterms 2020

Slot Charter

An agreement by which a shipping line or operator charters a specified number of container slots on a vessel operated by another carrier, allowing flexible space allocation without full vessel charter.

Quick answer: An agreement by which a shipping line or operator charters a specified number of container slots on a vessel operated by another carrier, allowing flexible space allocation without full vessel charter.

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Quick answer

An agreement by which a shipping line or operator charters a specified number of container slots on a vessel operated by another carrier, allowing flexible space allocation without full vessel charter.

Why it matters

Slot Charter matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

What is Slot Charter?

In this glossary, Slot Charter refers to: An agreement by which a shipping line or operator charters a specified number of container slots on a vessel operated by another carrier, allowing flexible space allocation without full vessel charter.

How is Slot Charter used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "The regional carrier entered into a slot charter arrangement to guarantee container space during the peak season on a major Asia-Europe route."

Why does Slot Charter matter in logistics?

Slot Charter matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Slot Charter?

Slot Charter is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Slot Charter belong to?

In this glossary, Slot Charter is grouped under Incoterms 2020. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

An agreement by which a shipping line or operator charters a specified number of container slots on a vessel operated by another carrier, allowing flexible space allocation without full vessel charter.

Operational example

The regional carrier entered into a slot charter arrangement to guarantee container space during the peak season on a major Asia-Europe route.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

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

Category

Incoterms 2020

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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