Although the U.S. is set to slap new fees on Chinese ships planning to dock at American ports, Cosco Shipping is reassuring customers that its service levels will remain “stable and reliable.” Port docking fees levied by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) are set to take effect on Oct. 14. Starting then, USTR will charge Chinese vessel operators an extra $50 per net ton for every voyage that includes U.S. ports. Starting April 17, 2026, carriers will incur an additional fee of $30 per net ton per year th ...