TEHRAN – The Shipping Association of Iran has informed shipping companies, shipping agencies and other related member entities of a new deadline concerning the dwell time of empty containers stored at private depots in Bandar Abbas.
According to an official notice issued by the Association on September 28, 2026, Bandar Abbas port authorities have notified depots and terminals that empty containers may remain within their allocated areas only until March 12, 2027. Empty Container durability grac…
Under the notice, after the deadline, COC (Carrier-Owned Container) empty units remaining at these facilities will be treated as abandoned goods. They may subsequently be placed under the custody of the relevant auction authorities for disposal through public sale in accordance with applicable regulations. Empty Container durability grac…
The Shipping Association of Iran has therefore urged shipping companies and agencies to promptly inform their principals and container owners of the deadline and take appropriate measures to evacuate the affected empty units from Bandar Abbas through export arrangements before the grace period expires. Empty Container durability grac…
Six-Month Extension Secured Through Industry Negotiations
The Association noted that the six-month extension was granted by the competent authorities in Bandar Abbas following a series of talks, meetings and correspondence undertaken by the Association.
According to the notice, negotiations with the relevant authorities will continue, although no further extension or specific outcome can currently be guaranteed. Empty Container durability grac…
The Association also emphasized that the notification has been circulated to all concerned members and that further communication will be issued should any new decision or development arise. Empty Container durability grac…
Source: Shipping Association of Iran
