Incoterms 2020

Terminal Handling

A charge levied by terminal operators for the movement, storage, and handling of containers at the port or terminal.

Quick answer: A charge levied by terminal operators for the movement, storage, and handling of containers at the port or terminal.

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Quick answer

A charge levied by terminal operators for the movement, storage, and handling of containers at the port or terminal.

Why it matters

Terminal Handling 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

Questions and answers

What is Terminal Handling?

In this glossary, Terminal Handling refers to: A charge levied by terminal operators for the movement, storage, and handling of containers at the port or terminal.

How is Terminal Handling used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Terminal handling charges are payable by either the shipper or consignee, depending on Incoterms and local practices."

Why does Terminal Handling matter in logistics?

Terminal Handling 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 Terminal Handling?

Terminal Handling is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Terminal Handling belong to?

In this glossary, Terminal Handling 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

A charge levied by terminal operators for the movement, storage, and handling of containers at the port or terminal.

Operational example

Terminal handling charges are payable by either the shipper or consignee, depending on Incoterms and local practices.

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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