Detention time

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001676",
  "term": "Detention time",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The period of time a driver or vehicle is delayed at a loading or unloading facility beyond the agreed-upon free time. This waiting period can incur additional charges, known as demurrage or detention fees, paid by the shipper or receiver to the carrier. It is a common issue in the trucking and logistics industry.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Wartezeit",
    "es": "tiempo de detención",
    "fr": "temps d'immobilisation"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/detention-time/"
}