Container Yard (CY) Cutoff

A CY cutoff date is the date by which a container must be gated-in (checked-in) at the container yard before its scheduled sailing.

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What does Container Yard (CY) Cutoff Mean?

A CY cutoff date is the date by which a container must be gated-in (checked-in) at the container yard before its scheduled sailing. CY cutoff dates are determined by the carrier, but are typically 2 days before the scheduled sailing.

What happens if I miss my CY Cutoff?

Your container booking will be rolled onto the next available vessel. You may incur additional costs, such as chassis, storage, and other fees, due to these delays.