Philosophy of SC Tolls:
The philosophy of SC tolls is based on:
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Considering the earning capacity of the transiting vessel.
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Comparing the ship cost through the SC route with other alternative routes.
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Enlarging the number of potential canal transit beneficiaries as a step to increase the canal revenues.
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Sharing part of the saving achieved by transiting vessel.
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Giving due consideration to market condition and economic variants.
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Considering the vessel type and size, loading condition and cargo type.
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Maintaining the application of non-discriminatory measures.
Flexible Pricing Policies:
SCA adopted a flexible marketing policies so as to encourage vessels to use the SC and to attract new customers, such as:
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Long Haul Rebate System.
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Tolls Permanent Reductions.
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Cargo Incentive Rebate Policy.
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Co-operation with SUMED pipeline.
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Time Saving Service.
( See: " Toll Rebates " )
