Hapag-Lloyd adds Luanda equipment surcharge

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Hapag-Lloyd will introduce an Equipment Imbalance Surcharge for exports from Luanda, Angola, to destinations worldwide.

The Luanda equipment imbalance surcharge will apply exclusively to 20-foot dry containers and remain effective until further notice.

Origin Destination Equipment Surcharge
Luanda, Angola Worldwide 20-foot dry US$100 per container

Luanda equipment imbalance surcharge dates

The implementation dates will vary by destination region:

  • Africa, Asia and Oceania: 15 October 2026
  • Europe: 15 October 2026
  • Middle East and Indian Subcontinent: 15 October 2026
  • North America: 8 November 2026
  • Latin America: 8 November 2026

Hapag-Lloyd has not extended the surcharge to other container sizes or equipment types.