CMA CGM will introduce new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from October 1, 2026, covering dry cargo shipments from the East Coast of South America to Europe, the Middle East and the Red Sea. The rates will apply to cargo loaded at origin ports from October 1 until further notice.
The revised tariff covers shipments originating in Brazil, excluding Northeast Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. Destination markets include North Europe, the West and East Mediterranean, Black Sea, Adriatic, North Africa, Middle East and Red Sea regions.
For 20-foot containers, the new FAK rates range from USD 1,965 for North Africa to USD 7,230 for the Middle East. Rates for 40-foot and 40-foot high-cube containers range from USD 2,230 to USD 7,660, depending on the destination.
| Destination | 20′ | 40’/40’HC |
|---|---|---|
| North Europe | USD 2,165 | USD 2,680 |
| West Mediterranean | USD 2,465 | USD 3,280 |
| East Mediterranean | USD 3,215 | USD 4,030 |
| Black Sea | USD 2,715 | USD 3,530 |
| Adriatic | USD 2,765 | USD 3,780 |
| North Africa | USD 1,965 | USD 2,230 |
| Middle East | USD 7,230 | USD 7,660 |
| Red Sea | USD 4,365 | USD 4,930 |
The announced FAK levels include basic freight, bunker-related surcharges, ETS and LSS. However, origin and destination terminal handling charges, safety and security-related surcharges, contingency charges and other local fees remain applicable where relevant.
The latest tariff announcement is part of a broader series of CMA CGM pricing adjustments taking effect in October. The carrier has also announced new Peak Season Surcharges and Rate Restoration Initiatives on several trade lanes from October 1, reflecting continued efforts to adjust pricing amid changing market conditions.
For shippers moving South American exports to European and Middle Eastern markets, the new rates provide updated guidance for October cargo planning and freight-cost budgeting, while the additional surcharges will need to be considered when calculating total landed transport costs.