注意，美国即将对中国船舶征收港口费！对航运市场影响几何？

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. has introduced a new port fee structure targeting Chinese-owned and operated vessels, effective from October 14, 2025, which is expected to significantly increase operational costs for Chinese shipping companies [1][3]. Group 1: U.S. Port Fee Structure - The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has detailed the port fee structure, charging $50 per net ton for Chinese-owned or operated vessels, with increases planned for subsequent years [1]. - Fees for Chinese-built vessels will be $18 per net ton or $120 per container, whichever is higher, with future increases set for 2028 [1]. - Non-U.S. built car carriers will incur a fee of $14 per net ton [1]. - Payment must be completed three working days before arrival at the first U.S. port, with penalties for non-compliance [1]. Group 2: Impact on Chinese Shipping Companies - The new fees will substantially raise operational costs for Chinese shipping companies, with an estimated increase of $304 per TEU for shipowners and $120 per TEU for vessels [3]. - The port fee structure is designed to discourage the use of Chinese vessels in U.S. ports and aims to bolster the U.S. shipbuilding industry [3]. Group 3: Adjustments by Shipping Alliances - Major shipping alliances have begun to adjust their operations in response to the new fees, with some routes being suspended and vessel deployments being altered to reduce reliance on Chinese ships [4]. - Companies like CMA and MSC have stated they will not impose additional fees related to the port charges [4]. Group 4: Market Reactions and Trends - The shipping industry is experiencing a significant number of canceled voyages due to tariff disruptions and weak U.S. demand, with 67 sailings from China to the U.S. canceled recently [5]. - Analysts suggest that the impact of the new port fees on the European shipping market will be limited, but ongoing adjustments in shipping strategies are expected [6]. - The overall shipping costs are anticipated to continue rising, with potential price increases in freight rates as shipping companies negotiate with European clients [7].