Mr. Hinneh alleges that brokers are now being billed between $5,000 and $20,000 USD for equipment that historically carried a standard fee of just $190 USD. “These charges are unreasonable, arbitrary, and run contrary to internationally recognized shipping practices,” Mr. Hinneh stated. Mr. Hinneh argued that “flat racks,” specialized containers used for oversized loads, must be classified according to global maritime standards. “Even if these items were considered loose cargo, GTMS is not a cargo-handling company,” Mr. Hinneh clarified. “These actions are an embarrassment to the trading community and undermine Liberia’s credibility as a transparent, business-friendly environment,” Mr. Hinneh added.

Source: Front Page Africa January 09, 2026 18:50 UTC