An exceptional tariff (AT) in transportation refers to a special tariff regulation that deviates from the standard freight tariffs or transport prices. Such tariffs are often applied in specific cases where there are special conditions or exceptional circumstances that justify a deviation from the regular tariffs.
Characteristics of an exceptional tariff (AT)
- Special conditions: These tariffs may include special benefits or surcharges that are not included in the regular tariffs.
- Limited validity: They are often only valid for a certain period of time or for certain transportation routes.
- Individual agreements: Exceptional tariffs are often negotiated individually between transport companies and customers.
- Areas of application:
- Transportation of hazardous goods (ADR) or particularly bulky goods, e.g. long goods and steel transports
- Time-critical transports(express trips)
- Long-term customer contracts with fixed tariff structures
- Discounts for certain quantities or regular orders
Approval requirement: In some countries or for certain types of transport, exceptional tariffs must be approved or registered by the authorities
Examples of exceptional tariffs
- Special rates for large customers: Companies that regularly transport large quantities of freight can agree special discounts with freight forwarders.
- Seasonal tariffs: In the high season, special prices may apply for certain routes or freight groups.
- Tariffs for humanitarian aid deliveries: Some transportation companies offer reduced or free rates for aid deliveries.
- Military or diplomatic transportation: Special conditions of carriage for state or military goods
The exceptional tariff is an important way for companies to optimize their transport costs and react flexibly to special market conditions. It contributes to the competitiveness of logistics companies by enabling individual solutions for specific transport requirements.
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