CMA CGM has announced a series of new and revised freight surcharges across key trade routes connecting Asia with Africa, as well as Canada’s West Coast with the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East Gulf and the Red Sea.
The latest adjustments include Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) on selected Asia–Africa services and a new Rate Restoration Initiative (RRI03) covering Canadian exports. The measures will be implemented between November 10 and December 3, 2026.
New Peak Season Surcharges on Asia–Africa Trade Routes
CMA CGM will introduce a Peak Season Surcharge of US$400 per TEU for all cargo moving from South China to Mozambique, effective November 10, 2026, based on the date of loading. The surcharge will remain in force until further notice.
The carrier has also revised its PSS for dry and reefer cargo moving from Southeast Asia to West Africa to US$500 per TEU. The revised surcharge will take effect on November 15, 2026, and will apply to short-term contracts.
Further surcharge adjustments will affect shipments from China to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and Mombasa, Kenya.
For cargo originating in South China, a PSS of US$400 per TEU will apply from November 10, while shipments originating in North and Central China will attract the same surcharge from November 15, 2026.
CMA CGM clarified that surcharges on shipments originating in China will be subject to filing with the Shanghai Shipping Exchange and/or may be incorporated into the ocean freight rate.
CMA CGM Introduces RRI03 for Canadian Exports
Separately, CMA CGM will introduce a new Rate Restoration Initiative, designated RRI03, for cargo originating from Canada’s West Coast and destined for the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf and Red Sea.
Effective December 3, 2026, the increase will apply in addition to previously announced Rate Restoration Initiatives.
The revised charges are as follows:
| Destination | 20-foot container | 40-foot/45-foot container |
|---|---|---|
| Middle East Gulf and Red Sea | US$1,000 | US$2,000 |
| Indian Subcontinent | US$600 | US$1,200 |
The increases will cover all cargo types, excluding shipments moving in Open Top and Flat Rack equipment.
CMA CGM stated that the announced surcharges and rate restoration measures are additional to the applicable base ocean freight rates. Other charges, including bunker-related surcharges, terminal handling charges and local or contingency fees, may also apply.
The latest announcements reflect CMA CGM’s continued adjustments to its freight pricing structure across selected international trade corridors, with additional cost implications for shippers moving cargo between Asia, Africa and markets across the Indian Ocean region.