Gateway Distriparks Limited (GDL) has announced the implementation of an Additional Operational & Transportation Charge (AOTC) of ₹750 per Shipping Bill/Bill of Entry at its Container Freight Station (CFS), effective August 6, 2026.
In an advisory issued to its trade partners and customers, the company said the revision comes in response to the sustained increase in operating and transportation costs across the logistics sector. According to GDL, higher fuel prices, rising labour and manpower expenses, equipment maintenance costs, and increased transportation charges have significantly impacted operating expenses over the past several months.
The company stated that while it had absorbed these additional costs to the maximum extent possible, the continued escalation in expenses has made it necessary to recover a portion of the increased costs to ensure uninterrupted operations and maintain service quality.
Under the revised structure, the AOTC of ₹750 will be applicable per Shipping Bill/Bill of Entry on all shipments handled at GDL CFS from August 6, 2026.
Impact on EXIM Trade
The advisory is expected to have a direct impact on importers, exporters, freight forwarders and customs brokers using GDL CFS facilities.
Industry stakeholders are advised to:
Factor the additional ₹750 charge into shipment costing and budgeting.
Review freight quotations and landed cost calculations for cargo routed through GDL CFS.
Consider the cumulative impact of operational cost revisions while planning future shipments.
Although the additional charge is relatively modest on an individual shipment basis, such revisions contribute to the overall logistics cost and underscore the increasing cost pressures faced by the logistics industry.
The advisory also highlights the importance of closely monitoring operational updates from logistics service providers, enabling businesses to plan proactively, avoid unexpected expenses, and maintain supply chain efficiency amid changing market conditions.