DP World Melb introduces Infrastructure Surcharge

DP World Melbourne has conducted a review of consistent increases in associated costs of rent, rates, land tax and required infrastructure improvements. DP World Melbourne advised customers that effective from 31st March, 2014 it would be introducing an Infrastructure Surcharge. The Infrastructure Surcharge will be A$3.45 (excluding GST) per full container handled via gate operations. The Infrastructure Surcharge is applicable at DP World leasehold facilities in the Port of Melbourne. It will be applied via the Vehicle Booking System to road transport operators and will be covered by the existing Carrier Access Arrangements including payment terms. DP World reserves the right to review the Infrastructure Surcharge.