Last Free Day & D&D Tariffs
Official published carrier free time where we hold it, plus indicative cross-carrier market benchmarks. Compare shipping lines to shield your shipments from costly per-diem fees.
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Compare published rate ladders for Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC & CMA CGM. Drag the dwell day slider to compute exact demurrage exposure and discover cheaper shipping lines.
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Know your bill before it lands. Input container discharge and gate dates to compute exact dollar invoices down to the cent.
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Proactive free-time countdowns and live per-diem exposure alerts across your entire fleet. Prioritize pickups before fees begin.
View Control TowerFrequently Asked Questions about D&D Free Time
What is container free time?
Free time is the grace period granted by ocean carriers or terminal operators during which no demurrage or detention charges accrue. For import cargo, demurrage free time starts upon container discharge at the port; detention free time starts after the loaded box gates out until the empty unit is returned.
How does the Panvaya Last Free Day & D&D Lookup work?
Panvaya tracks official published carrier tariffs, circulars, and FMC filings across global trade corridors. When you search for a carrier in a country, Panvaya returns the carrier's published free days and tiered rate ladder, alongside market averages and alternative carrier options that offer longer free windows to save you money.
How can choosing an alternative carrier save money on D&D?
Different shipping lines offer varying free time windows and daily per-diem rates for the exact same port pair. For example, on a 40' container in the US, one carrier might offer 4 free days followed by $275/day, while another offers 7 free days. For an 8-day dwell, switching carriers can save hundreds of dollars per container.
What is the difference between Merchant Haulage and Carrier Haulage?
Under Merchant Haulage (CY/Door or CY/CY arranged by the shipper/consignee), the customer manages inland drayage and equipment return, subjecting them to strict carrier detention free time. Under Carrier Haulage, the shipping line arranges inland transport to the customer's door, which often includes distinct storage and positioning rules.