Hapag-Lloyd raises East Mediterranean–Latin America rates

Hapag Lloyd ship in the sea

Hapag-Lloyd will increase its ocean tariff rates from the East Mediterranean, excluding Greece, to the Caribbean, Central America and the west coast of South America.

The new Hapag-Lloyd East Mediterranean–Latin America rates will apply to sailings with a tariffing date from 1 October 2026. They will remain valid until further notice.

The increase covers 20- and 40-foot dry and reefer containers, including high-cube equipment.

Rates for 20-foot dry containers

Destination Current rate New rate Increase
Caribbean and Central America $2,200 $2,500 $300
South America West Coast, including Buenaventura $3,150 $3,450 $300
Central America West Coast $3,150 $3,450 $300

Rates for 40-foot dry containers

Destination Current rate New rate Increase
Caribbean and Central America $3,400 $4,000 $600
South America West Coast, including Buenaventura $4,900 $5,500 $600
Central America West Coast $4,900 $5,500 $600

Rates for 20-foot reefer containers

Destination Current rate New rate Increase
Caribbean and Central America $2,850 $3,150 $300
South America West Coast, including Buenaventura $4,700 $5,000 $300
Central America West Coast $4,700 $5,000 $300

Rates for 40-foot reefer containers

Destination Current rate New rate Increase
Caribbean and Central America $3,050 $3,650 $600
South America West Coast, including Buenaventura $5,100 $5,700 $600
Central America West Coast $5,100 $5,700 $600