Neptune Pacific Direct Line has announced updated Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) levels for its Pacific services and U.S. West Coast trade.
Pacific trades: mid-May update
For Neptune-operated services, new BAF levels will apply from 16 to 30 May 2026 across Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific routes.
- Australia ↔ South Pacific Islands: USD 669/TEU
- New Zealand ↔ South Pacific Islands: USD 476/TEU
- Inter-island trades: USD 1,149/TEU
Reefer cargo will be charged at a coefficient of 1.5 times the dry container rate.
U.S. West Coast trade: June increase
From 1 June 2026, a revised BAF surcharge will apply to shipments between Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific Islands, and the USA West Coast.
- All directions: USD 1,064/TEU
An additional Emission Control Charge of USD 25/TEU will also apply on this trade.
Market context
The updates reflect ongoing fuel cost pressures affecting regional shipping services. Carriers continue to adjust bunker-related charges to align with fluctuating energy prices and operating costs.
Neptune Pacific said the revised surcharges will apply to all shipments within the specified trade lanes and effective periods.
