October24 , 2026

    CMA CGM applies new peak season surcharges from Asia to West Africa

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    In an ongoing commitment to enhance service reliability and efficiency, CMA CGM has announced the implementation of two Peak Season Surcharges (PSS).

    The first PSS will take effect from 29 April 2024 (loading date) until further notice. It applies to shipments originating from China to the West Africa Central Range, encompassing destinations such as Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Benin, Ghana, Togo, and Equatorial Guinea. This surcharge applies to dry cargo and amounts to US$900 per TEU.

    Additionally, the French carrier has introduced a surcharge from North & Central China to the West Africa South Range, covering destinations such as Angola, Congo, DRC, Namibia, Gabon, and Cameroon. This peak season surcharge, also applicable to dry cargo, is set at US$500 per TEU.