GB/T 33895-2017Laytime definitions for charter parties (English PDF)

2.1 Charter party

The agreement between the lessor and the lessee stipulates that the lessee may, on certain terms, lease a certain ship or certain In order to transport the goods, and on both sides of the rights and obligations, responsibilities and immunities and other terms to be defined in order to clarify the Economic and legal relations.

Note: The charter party includes any form of contract of carriage or shipping contract, including a contract as proof of the bill of lading, see Appendix A.

2.2 Port

Any area where the ship is loaded or unloaded, including but not limited to berths, docks, anchorage, pontoon and offshore facilities; ships also include ships Is ordered to wait for entry into the area, even if the area is located outside the law, tax or administrative jurisdiction of the port.

2.3 Berth

A particular area for the loading or unloading of a ship, including but not limited to terminals, anchorage, offshore facilities or other objects intended for loading and unloading location.

2.4 Loading and unloading time

A period of time agreed by the parties to the contract, during which the lessor shall cause the ship to be in a condition suitable for loading/unloading and without payment Fees additional charges.

2.5 Rate of loading and unloading

The number of goods handled on a contractual basis, on a continuous day, or on a working day, or on a sunny day.

2.6 Notification of loading and unloading

At the request of the charterer, to the lessee, the consignor, the consignee or other person, the ship has arrived at the port or berth And is ready for loading or unloading.

3.1 Reachable on arrival

The lessee warrants that when the ship arrives at the port, it will provide a safe and secure entry into the berthing and unloading operation without delay