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The number of trucks moving freight doubled to 2.2-2.5 million in May reflecting the gradual resumption of economic activity as lockdown restrictions were eased. Capacity utilisation was 30-35% in May with the transport of essential goods, including medicines and specific food items—at pre-COVID levels. However fleet operators say that unless economic momentum gathers pace, many transporters may be forced to fold up in the next few months.

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A labour shortage resulting from migrant labourers going back to their home states in May has adversely affected exports through the JNPT. Exports from JNPT had increased to 67% by April-end. However, the exports via the port went down again as 70% of contracted labour force went back to their home towns. This is impacting the operations both at the factories and at the port.

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An incentive policy framed by the Kerala government on June 4 diverting container cargo from road to water has brought forth a rift between the IAS lobby and the Kerala Maritime Board. The policy was introduced to promote coastal shipping in the State. Containers shipped between the ICTT at Vallarpadam in Cochin Port Trust and non-major ports such as Kollam, Beypore and Azhikkal will be entitled to an incentive of 10 per cent over the road transportation costs. This will be according to the base rate set by the NATPAC in 2018.

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HAPAG Lloyd has issued a notice about IMX’s void sailing and alternative routes. Due to the demand drop in the wake of the COVID-19 situation. The customers are requested to plan their cargo accordingly.

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Meghalaya has decided to allow the resumption of additional export activities with Bangladesh. All stakeholders, however, will have to adhere to safety guidelines laid down by the government to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Additional border trade activities with Bangladesh through land customs stations are permitted from June 8.

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While most industrial sectors slowly returning to normalcy, Morbi’s ceramic units are bracing up for some tough times. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued a notification imposing an anti-dumping duty of Indian ceramic products which comes into force. The Dubai Customs has also issued similar notification and other gulf countries are expected to follow the suit.

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PTI Exports to Bangladesh are set to resume via West Bengal's Malda district after traders agreed to create a pool of drivers, who would work in batches to deliver consignments. A pool of 50 local truck drivers will be allowed to go up to Panama parking lot in Bangladesh to unload goods and will return to stay in an isolation centre.

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HAPAG LLYOD has implemented changes to the Export Documentation Fee (MTD) and Seal Fee (SEC) Tariff in India. Rs. 4000 for MTD and Rs. 550 for SEC will be implemented and effective from July 1, 2020.

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The MRAI has moved the Supreme Court for implementation of government orders, directing shipping lines and CFS to waive off detention charges, ground rent and demurrage during the lockdown period. Despite the government notification on the waiver, the CFS, the shipping lines and the ICDs have either partially or fully levying penalty on importers.

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