Dole Ocean Cargo Express raises US terminal handling surcharge

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Dole Ocean Cargo Express will increase its United States Terminal Handling Surcharge by US$35 per container.

The revised surcharge will take effect on 25 October 2026.

It will apply to northbound and southbound cargo moving through the following US ports:

  • Wilmington, Delaware
  • Freeport, Texas
  • Gulfport, Mississippi
  • Tampa, Florida

The increase will also apply to cargo moving between Canada and Wilmington, Delaware.

According to the carrier, the revised surcharge covers both service contract and tariff shipments.