November9 , 2026

    CMA CGM implements new peak season surcharges from India to Africa

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    French ocean carrier CMA CGM has informed its customers about an upcoming Peak Season Surcharge.

    Starting from 15 July 2024 (gate-in date) until further notice, the surcharge will apply to cargo originating from India’s ports in Mundra, Cochin, Mangalore, Nhava Sheva, and Tuticorin destined for South Africa. The surcharge will be US$500 per 20′ container and US$300 per 40′ container for dry cargo.

    Moreover, the company announced an additional Peak Season Surcharge. Starting from 15 July 2024 (gate-in date) until further notice, the surcharge will apply to cargo originating from the same ports in India destined to Namibia (Walvis Bay), Angola (Luanda, Lobito, Cabinda, Namibe), Congo (Pointe Noire), DRC (Matadi), Gabon (Libreville, Port Gentil), Benin (Cotonou), Ghana (Tema) and Nigeria (Apapa, Tincan, Lekki).

    The surcharge will be US$500 per 20′ container and US$300 per 40′ container for dry cargo.