Hapag-Lloyd has announced the introduction and adjustment of an Emergency Fuel Surcharge for inland rail and combined rail services in Australia.
The carrier said the measure follows continued volatility in international energy markets and rising diesel price fluctuations, which have increased inland transportation and handling costs.
The surcharge will apply to import and export inland haulage services across Australia for all container types.
Under the revised structure, the Emergency Fuel Surcharge (FOI/FDI) will be set at 20% of rail and combined rail origin or destination land freight charges.
The adjustment will become effective on May 19, 2026 for non-FMC trades and June 19, 2026 for FMC trades.
According to Hapag-Lloyd, the surcharge is intended to support reliable and efficient inland logistics operations amid ongoing fuel market uncertainty.
