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Earthquake Strikes La Guaira, Venezuela — Port Facilities Damaged, Disrupting Shipping and Logistics

  • Earthquake Strikes La Guaira, Venezuela — Port Facilities Damaged, Disrupting Shipping and Logistics author
  • 2nd July 2026

Shipping Advisory Notice: Impact of Earthquake in La Guaira and POD Adjustment Recommendation

In light of the recent earthquake in La Guaira, local infrastructure and port operations may be affected to varying degrees. To ensure safer and more stable transportation, the following guidance is issued regarding bookings with La Guaira as the Port of Discharge (POD):


1. Booking Recommendation Adjustment

For new bookings with La Guaira as POD, it is recommended to prioritize rebooking to an alternative port, Puerto Cabello, in order to reduce risks of delay or disruption caused by force majeure events.


2. Potential Port Discharge Adjustment Risk

If customers insist on maintaining La Guaira as the POD, please be advised that:

  • After vessel departure, due to port conditions or safety assessments under force majeure circumstances
  • Cargo may be temporarily discharged or diverted to Puerto Cabello
  • Actual operations shall be subject to the latest instructions from the shipping line and local port authorities

3. Roll-over / Cancellation Requirement and Liability Notice

If customers cannot accept the potential temporary change of discharge port mentioned above, they must arrange cargo cancellation or booking amendment prior to vessel departure.

Bookings not cancelled or amended before vessel sailing shall be deemed as acceptance of the above potential diversion arrangements.

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