French ocean carrier CMA CGM has announced increases in its rates for shipments to Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.
The company has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge, effective from 1 February 2025, for shipments from the South America West Coast to North Europe, including Scandinavia, Poland, and the Baltic region. For shipments originating from Ecuador and Colombia, the surcharge will start on 20 February 2025. The surcharge will be US$300 per dry container.
Additionally, CMA CGM will apply another Peak Season Surcharge on 1 February 2025. This surcharge will be implemented to shipments originating from Chile and Peru destined for North Europe, including Scandinavia, Poland, and the Baltic region. The surcharge is set at US$500 per reefer container.
Moreover, the Marsseile-based box line has announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates, effective from 11 February 2025. The following rates will remain in effect until further notice.
| 20′ | 40′ | |
|---|---|---|
| From India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka | Amount in US$ per 20′ | Amount in US$ per 40′ |
| To North Europe | US$3,300 | US$3,300 |
| To West Mediterranean | US$3,300 | US$3,300 |
| To East Mediterranean | US$3,500 | US$3,500 |
The updated FAK rates will apply to dry cargo originating from the Indian Subcontinent, including India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, and destined for North Europe and the Mediterranean.
