Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has announced a waiver of storage and reefer monitoring charges for export containers stranded at the port due to ongoing disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis, offering relief to affected exporters.
The decision comes after shipping lines curtailed or suspended services to several Gulf destinations amid heightened regional tensions. As a result, many export containers, including refrigerated cargo, have remained stuck at the port awaiting vessel connectivity.
Under the relief measure, JNPA will waive storage charges on export containers that could not be shipped as scheduled because of service disruptions. The port has also removed reefer monitoring charges for refrigerated containers that require continuous power supply while awaiting shipment.
Port officials said the move aims to reduce the financial burden on exporters whose cargo has been delayed through no fault of their own. Exporters, particularly those shipping perishable goods, have been facing mounting costs as containers remained idle at port terminals.
The West Asia region is a key export destination for Indian goods, including food products, engineering items and consumer goods. With several shipping services affected, exporters have been seeking support from ports and logistics providers to manage the unexpected delays.
JNPA said it will continue to monitor the situation and take further steps if required to support trade and ensure smooth cargo movement once shipping services to the region stabilize.
