A.P. Moller – Maersk has introduced updated fuel surcharges across Portugal, Spain and France, citing rising fuel costs linked to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
Weekly adjustment mechanism
The carrier has shifted to a weekly review system, replacing the previous monthly approach.
Key changes include:
- Weekly updates every Thursday
- No trigger mechanism during this period
- Temporary measure based on cost volatility
Surcharges will appear as:
- EFS (Export Fuel Surcharge)
- IFS (Import Fuel Surcharge)
Portugal surcharge levels (May 4–10)
- Truck: 10.3%
- Rail: 10.3%
- Rail combined: 10.3%
Spain surcharge levels (May 4–10)
- Truck: 16.6%
- Rail combined: 4.2%
France surcharge levels (May 4–10)
- Truck: 12.1%
- Rail combined: 5.5%
- Barge and barge combined: 17%
Ongoing volatility
Maersk said the surcharges will remain in place as long as fuel costs stay elevated, with further adjustments possible depending on market conditions.
The move reflects broader pressure on logistics costs as energy markets react to geopolitical developments affecting global fuel supply.
