Jun '11
The absence of Customs officers on Fridays and Saturdays is putting unnecessary pressure on readymade garments (RMG) exporters in meeting their commitments. It is because, timely delivery of goods brought in from other countries to serve as raw material for RMG has a great bearing on timely execution of the export orders.
The value of the goods released from the port can be assessed by the fact that at least 1800 export bills and 500 import bills are presented each day by the Clearing and Forwarding Agents to the Customs authority for assessment.
Meanwhile, the Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) has raised the container storage charges by almost 300 percent from US$ 4 in 2009 to US$ 12 now. This high storage charges force the RMG exporters to get their goods released from the port at the earliest.
But, due to absence of the Customs officers on Fridays and Saturdays, the goods which are assessed on Thursdays are released on Sundays. Thus the exporters end up paying storage charges for two additional days.
Since the Government attaches maximum importance to rapid delivery of import and export consignments, the port offices and concerned commercial banks work even on Saturdays. The exporters, however, fail to understand the reason for the absence of the Customs officers in the jetties on Saturdays.
The RMG exporters have forwarded a letter to the Commissioner of Customs (Import) urging him to do the needful in the matter and ensure presence of the Customs officials at the jetties to assist speedy delivery of consignments in broader interest of the nation. It would also save the port from being overloaded with containers.
Fibre2fashion News Desk - India
Must ReadView All
Textiles | On 21st Apr 2018
ITC, ICS tie up to help Moroccan textile value chain
The International Trade Centre (ITC) has partnered with ICS, which...
Apparel/Garments | On 21st Apr 2018
Bangladesh garment manufacturers call for fair pricing
Bangladesh garment manufacturers want a ‘commensurate adjustment’ by...
Textiles | On 21st Apr 2018
Pak ministry proposes extension to PM package for 2018-19
Pakistani textile ministry has reportedly proposed extending the...
Interviews View All
Abhishek Ganguly
Puma India
‘As a brand, Puma is always looking for new and innovative ways to inspire ...
Ghanshyam Ghoghari
Kimora Fashion
Bridalwear is not about reds and whites anymore
Angelina Francesca Cheang
MY ANJE
'Consumers in the age-group 21 to 38 are driving the activewear trend'
MAG Solvics Private Limited was established in 1991 to design and develop...
New Delhi-based Jogindra Industries Private Limited provides an assortment ...
Founded in 1999 by Navin Patel in the name of Tejas Fabrics with 100...
Kevin Nelson
TissueGen
Kevin Nelson, Chief Scientific Officer, TissueGen discusses the growing...
Paolo Ocleppo
Sandvik Hyperion
Paolo Ocleppo, Rotary Cutting Segment manager, Sandvik Hyperion discusses...
Lynda Kelly
Suominen Corporation
Suominen Corporation is a manufacturer of nonwovens as roll goods for...
Prathyusha Garimella
Prathyusha Garimella
Hyderabad-based designer <b>Prathyusha Garimella</b> is known for blending ...
Aditi Somani
Aditi Somani
Aditi Somani specialises in luxury fusion wear with international cuts and ...
Karan Arora
Karan Arora
Bridal couture created with rich Indian heritage, exquisite craftsmanship...
Leave your Comments
Recommended
Want to know what happened in the textile world this week? Watch now!
news category
Related Categories:
Do you think the sustainability space has the needed tools and resources available for a business to lead change?
Yes No SkipActive Poll
Do you see sustainability as a route to business growth?
YesTotal Votes: 103
Do you think adopting a sustainable approach will be a profitable move for your business?
Yes No SkipActive Poll
Do you think the sustainability space has the needed tools and resources available for a business to lead change?
YesTotal Votes: 103
Do you want the world to know about your sustainability journey and your business’ environmental footprint?
Yes No SkipActive Poll
Do you think adopting a sustainable approach will be a profitable move for your business?
YesTotal Votes: 103
Thanks for your valuable feedback. Claim your free latest sustainability e-book.
Active Poll
Do you want the world to know about your sustainability journey and your business’ environmental footprint?
YesTotal Votes: 103
E-News Insight
Latest News Update in Your Mail Box.
