CMA CGM announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) of USD 1,000 per dry container for maritime routes connecting the west coast of India with the east coast of South America.
This measure, justified by the company as part of its ongoing efforts to maintain reliable and efficient services for its customers, will come into effect from next July 25, 2026 and will remain in force until further notice.
The new financial charge will be mandatorily applied to short-term contracts and will cover a wide range of cargo, including general dry cargo, as well as standard and special equipment.
Regarding the geographical scope of the destination, the increase will affect almost the entire east coast of the South American continent, with the northern region of Brazil expressly excluded from this surcharge.
It should be noted that this charge of USD 1,000 will operate as an additional amount on top of the basic freight rates already handled by the company on said routes.
Likewise, the multinational maritime transport company warned users that, in addition to this peak season surcharge, other standard operational costs of the sector could be applied, such as fuel-related surcharges, terminal handling charges (THC) both at origin and destination, security charges, contingency fees, and specific local costs for each port.
