South Florida Service | 2024 Independence Day Cut Off – Southbound

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS We would like to inform you that King Ocean Services will be closed on Independence Day Thursday July 4th, 2024, in observance of the national holiday. Our cut-off for southbound documentation and cargo for this specific week will be as follows: EASTERN CARIBBEAN SERVICE LCL Documentation Cut-Off Monday at 4PM / Cargo […]
Rate Increase – Turks & Caicos Islands Effective July 14, 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective July 14, 2024 a General Rate Increase will be applicable between US Ports and the Turks & Caicos Islands in the following amounts: Type Amount FCL Per 20′ Dry or Reefer $75.00 FCL Per 40′ Dry or Reefer $150.00 FCL Greater than 40′ $169.00 LCL […]
Rate Increase – Eastern Caribbean Effective July 14, 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective July 14, 2024 a General Rate Increase will be applicable between US Ports and Anguilla, Antigua, BVI/Tortola, Virgin Gorda, St Eustatius, St Barths, Montserrat, Saba, Dominica, St Kitts, Nevis, St Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, St Vincent, Trinidad, Guyana & Suriname in the following amounts: Equipment Amount […]
Rate Increase – Bahamas Islands Effective July 14, 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective July 14, 2024 a General Rate Increase will be applicable between US Ports and the Bahamas Islands in the following amounts: Type Amount FCL Per 20′ Dry or Reefer $75.00 FCL Per 40′ Dry or Reefer $150.00 FCL Greater than 40′ $169.00 LCL Cargo per […]
King Oceans New Weekly Service Between Puerto Plata and South Florida

Dear Esteemed Shipping Partners, We are thrilled to announce a significant development in the maritime sector that will revolutionize your cargo operations! King Ocean Services Ltd proudly introduces its latest endeavor: a weekly service connecting Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, and South Florida. With our unwavering commitment to excellence, we aim to redefine efficiency and timeliness in cargo […]
Honduras Terminal Charge Increase on Exports Postponed to July 1, 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective July 1, 2024 the Honduras Terminal Charge will be increased as follows: Imports to Honduras (SB) Current Amount Effective June 1, 2024 LCL Cargo $17.00 $17.00 (no change) Dry Containers $155.00 $155.00 (no change) Refrigerated Containers $176.00 $176.00 (no change) Exports from Honduras (NB) Dry Containers $132.00 […]
Honduras Terminal Charge Increase Effective June 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective June 1, 2024 the Honduras Terminal Charge will be increased as follows: Imports to Honduras (SB) Current Amount Effective June 1, 2024 LCL Cargo $17.00 $17.00 (no change) Dry Containers $155.00 $17.00 (no change) Refrigerated Containers $176.00 $17.00 (no change) Exports from Honduras (NB) Dry Containers $132.00 […]
TRINIDAD TERMINAL HANDLING CHARGE INCREASE

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective Sunday, April 28, 2024 the Trinidad Terminal Handling Charge (THC) will be increased to $410 per container or unit. This charge will apply on all cargo moving into and out of Trinidad Ports. King Ocean thanks you for your continued support. For more information please check […]
General Rate Increase – St. Maarten Effective April 28, 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective April 28, 2024 a General Rate Increase will be applicable from US Ports to St. Maarten: Equipment Type Amount 20’ Equipment $200 20’ Refrigerated $200 40’ Equipment $400 40’ Refrigerated $400 45’ Equipment $450 Vehicles NE 700 cuft $200 Breakbulk per 40 cuft $10 LCL per […]
Panama Security Surcharge Increase Effective April 14, 2024

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS Please be advised that effective April 14, 2024 an increase to the Panama Security Surcharge will be applicable on all Shipments to and from Panama. New Levels effective April 14, 2024: Imports into Panama $77.00 per container (any size/type). Exports from Panama $57.00 per container (any size/type). […]