CMA CGM has announced new freight rate adjustments affecting trade between South Asia and East Coast South America, along with a new port congestion surcharge from Mozambique.
Rate Increase from India and Pakistan to East Coast South America
To maintain reliable service on its regional routes, CMA CGM will increase rates on shipments from India and Pakistan to East Coast South America.
The adjustment applies to cargo moving on the SAFRAN 1 and SIRIUS services.
The new rates will take effect April 1, 2026 (date of loading).
Scope of the increase:
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Origin: Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Hazira, Mangalore, Cochin (India) and Karachi, Port Qasim (Pakistan)
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Destination: East Coast South America (excluding Manaus, Fortaleza, Natal, and Vila do Conde)
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Cargo: Dry containers and Out-of-Gauge (OOG) cargo
Rate adjustment:
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USD 300 per 20’ DV
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USD 200 per 40’ DV / 40’ HC
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Port Congestion Surcharge from Beira
CMA CGM has also introduced a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS) due to operational congestion at the Port of Beira in Mozambique.
The surcharge will apply to all cargo moving from Beira to the Far East.
Details:
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Origin: Beira, Mozambique
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Destination: Far East
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Effective date: April 1, 2026
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Amount: USD 100 per container
The company said the adjustments aim to maintain service reliability and manage operational pressures across affected trade lanes.
