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Demurrage & Detention Recovery

Recover charges you should not have paid.

We help importers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs recover invalid or excessive demurrage and detention fees. We audit invoices, build evidence-backed disputes, and track each case to recovery.

We help importers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs recover invalid or excessive demurrage and detention fees.

We audit invoices, build evidence-backed disputes, and track each case to recovery.

In under 60 seconds

  • You share recent invoices and shipment details.
  • We identify disputable line items and estimate recoverable value.
  • We prepare and submit disputes with carrier-terminal evidence.
  • We monitor outcomes and report every recovery.
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What We Do

We focus on one job: identifying and recovering demurrage and detention charges that do not hold up under contract terms, terminal records, and shipment timelines.

Invoice Auditing

Line-by-line review of billed storage and equipment charges against agreements and milestones.

Dispute Preparation

Clear, documented dispute packets with timestamps, supporting files, and rule references.

Recovery Tracking

Case status tracking through resolution, with transparent reporting on credits and refunds.

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How It Works

Step 1

Submit Data

Send invoices, shipment records, and basic contract terms.

Step 2

Audit & Flag

We identify invalid billing patterns and disputable charges.

Step 3

Dispute Filing

We file evidence-backed disputes with carriers and terminals.

Step 4

Recovery Updates

You get status updates through credit issuance or refund completion.

What We Find

Billing beyond contractual free time

Charges that exceed agreed terms or use incorrect free-day calculations.

Duplicate or overlapping charges

Repeated line items billed across invoices or overlapping billing windows.

Errors tied to terminal or carrier events

Charges billed during unavailable pickup windows, holds, or operational delays outside your control.

Mismatch between milestones and invoice dates

Inconsistencies between gate activity, release timing, and billed detention or demurrage days.

Start with a no-obligation audit to estimate recoverable charges and see where disputes are strongest.

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Who It’s For

Importers managing container volume

Freight forwarders handling multi-carrier billing

3PLs responsible for transportation cost control

Teams reviewing post-shipment invoice accuracy

Why Us

Specialized focus

We work specifically on demurrage and detention disputes, not general consulting engagements.

Evidence-first process

Every dispute is built on documents, milestone data, and clear references to terms.

Transparent reporting

You can see what was disputed, why it was disputable, and what was recovered.

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Ready to review your recent invoices?

Start with a no-obligation audit to estimate recoverable charges and see where disputes are strongest.

FAQ

What documents do you need to start?

Recent demurrage and detention invoices, shipment milestone records, and any applicable service terms or rate agreements.

How long does an audit take?

Initial findings are typically shared within a few business days, depending on data volume and invoice complexity.

Do you handle dispute follow-up?

Yes. We track each submission through responses, credit notes, and final resolution updates.

Is the first review really free?

Yes. The initial audit is complimentary and includes a clear summary of disputable charges.

Contact

Tell us about your recent container activity and invoice volume. We will follow up to scope a free audit and next steps.

In under 60 seconds

You share recent invoices and shipment details.