Logistics

Port Agency Disbursement (D/A)

Handling funds provided by a ship owner to an agent to pay for port expenses.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Cash (Restricted Client Funds)Asset (+)10,000.00-
Disbursement Account (D/A) LiabilityLiability (+)-10,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Port agents act as 'bankers' for ships. They receive a lump sum (Proforma D/A), pay the port, and return the balance. It is a pass-through on the balance sheet.

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