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Terminal Handling Charges (THC)

What is Terminal Handling Charges?

Terminal Handling Charges is the same as Container Service Charges (CSC). In short, THC are fees charged by the shipping terminals for the storage and positioning of containers before they are loaded on a vessel. The charges usually consist of goods handling, unloading the container, stacking and crane service.

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