Maersk Line
Reefer Rate Restructure - Reefer base rates to increase
USD 1500 per FFE effective 1st January, 2013
Please be advised that we will increase the reefer base rate by USD 1500 per forty equivalent unit (FFE) across the globe with effect from 1st January, 2013.
Transporting refrigerated cargo is an important business for Maersk Line, and we have played a significant role in developing the reefer service industry. We would like to continue to maintain the current scale and scope of services we have on offer, so that you can build your supply chain around a consistent reefer flow.
But refrigerated containers are almost four times as costly to build as dry containers and associated expenses such as plugs, bunker cost and R&D put pressure on costs. We are committed to our reefer customers and would like to continue investing in reefer equipment, but the current rates do not make it financially sustainable for us to do so. Given this scenario, we have decided to no longer invest in reefers in 2013.
We understand the significance of this increase and the impact to you, but this will provide us with the returns we need to further invest in the growing demands of the segment and cater to your requirements.
Our local sales and customer service representative will reach out to you to engage in discussions or address any queries that you may have.
General Rate Increase (GRI)
In order to continue offering our broad portfolio of services and high level of reliability it will be necessary for us to implement a number of rate increases.
We ask for your understanding and look forward to continuing to provide the service you’ve come to expect from Maersk Line.
Mediterranean to Far East Asia, except Syria
Effective Date : 1st November 2012
General Rate Increase : USD 150/Container
Scope: All cargo from the Mediterranean to Far East, except Syria
Syria to Far East Asia
Effective Date : 1st November 2012
General Rate Increase : EUR 100/Container
Scope: All cargo from the Syria to Far East
Far East Asia to East Coast of South America
Effective from: 15th October 2012
General Rate Increase : USD 500/1000/1000 per 20’/40'/45' for Dry Cargo
Scope: Far East Asia (Excluding Taiwan) to East Coast of South America
We look forward to continually serve your global transportation needs. Should you have any questions, please contact your local Maersk Line representative.
World to/from United States and Canada –
Congestion Surcharge Postponed
We have postponed the effective date for the Congestion Surcharge intended to address the potential risk of significantly increased port congestion as result of any labor related issues until 29th December 2012. This Port Congestion Surcharge (CON) is applicable to all shipments to/from ports in the United States and Canada. All contract and tariff rates are subject the Port Congestion Surcharge as filed.
The amounts of the surcharge are as follow and are applicable to both dry and reefer shipments:
USD 800 per 20’ container
USD 1000 per 40’ STD
USD 1125 per 40’ HC
USD 1266 per 45’ container
Please note this is a forward filing as precaution to address the potential for congestion as result of possible labor actions. Should there be no labor action and subsequent congestion disrupting operations, this tariff filing will be nullified.
Should you have any questions, please contact your local sales representative.