Ocean Network Express (ONE) has introduced an emergency inland fuel fee, citing rising cost pressures linked to fuel price volatility and ongoing supply chain disruptions.
The surcharge will apply to inland transportation services, including rail and trucking movements connected to container shipments. The move is aimed at offsetting increased fuel expenses that have significantly impacted operational costs in recent weeks.
Industry sources indicate that fluctuating fuel prices, coupled with geopolitical tensions and logistical bottlenecks, have driven up inland transport costs, prompting carriers to introduce additional charges to maintain service viability.
Shippers and freight forwarders are expected to feel the impact, as the added fee will likely be incorporated into overall logistics costs. Market participants note that such emergency surcharges are typically implemented during periods of sharp cost escalation and may be reviewed as conditions stabilize.
ONE said it will continue to monitor market developments and adjust its pricing mechanisms accordingly, depending on fuel trends and operational requirements.
The introduction of the inland fuel fee highlights the ongoing challenges facing the logistics sector, as companies navigate a complex environment marked by cost volatility and evolving global trade dynamics.
