Swire Shipping has announced an adjustment to its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from key Asian regions to the Pacific Islands, effective November 1, 2025. This revision is in response to rising operational costs, increased charter hire rates, and heightened cargo demand across major trade lanes.
Updated Surcharge Rates:
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20-foot container: USD 300
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40-foot container: USD 600
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Breakbulk cargo: USD 15 per revenue ton (RVT)
The revised surcharge will apply to shipments with a Bill of Lading date of November 1, 2025, or later. Affected trade lanes include routes from North Asia, Greater China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East Gulf, and the Indian Subcontinent to destinations such as American Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Nauru, New Caledonia, Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Wallis and Futuna.
Swire Shipping emphasizes that this adjustment is essential to maintain its market-leading port coverage and service frequency across the Pacific Islands. The company remains committed to delivering reliable and efficient shipping solutions to its customers.
For more information or specific inquiries, customers are encouraged to contact their local Swire Shipping representative.