What does the term "closing time" mean?

Applies to general cargo. Closing date (closing time) - the deadline for delivery of the goods to the port indicated by the shipowner, where there is to be loaded. Adherence to the agreed deadline allows the loading of the goods to the ship on time, according to the booking. The concept of closing time applies groupage (LCL - Less Container Loading).

What happens when you cross the fixed term? Exceeding the limit results in a lengthening shipping, due to the fact that the transport of general cargo is carried from each terminal to the ports once a week.

By delivering the consignment to the terminal, we must take into account the time of customs clearance. It can take anywhere from an hour up to two days for example, when it becomes apparent revision of the goods by the customs official. Much depends on the contents of the shipment.