Panama Port Security Charge Increase Effective April 14, 2024
Following increases from Manzanillo International Terminal (MIT), we wish to advise the trade of an increase to the Panama Port Security Charge (SEC) effective April 14, 2024. The following increases will be applicable on all import (southbound) and export (northbound) cargo via Manzanillo port.
| Direction | Security Charge Previous | Security Charge New | Increase |
| Import | $72 per container | $77 per container | $5 per container |
| Export | $55 per container | $57 per container | $2 per container |
If you have any questions, please contact your sales representative or the Customer Care Department at 1-800-CROWLEY. (1-800-276-9539).
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