Maersk has announced a series of local charge and inland fuel surcharge revisions across several markets, with changes taking effect between September 7 and October 1, 2026. The latest adjustments cover Cyprus, North Macedonia and Brazil, reflecting higher fuel-related expenses and rising ancillary costs.
In Cyprus, Maersk will introduce a 12.5% fuel surcharge on truck services from September 7 for both import and export moves. The surcharge will be reviewed weekly, with Maersk issuing updates every Friday for the following week. It will appear as the Export Fuel Surcharge (EFS) or Import Fuel Surcharge (IFS), depending on the shipment.
In North Macedonia, the carrier will apply a 20% fuel surcharge on truck services from September 7. Like the Cyprus measure, the surcharge is temporary and will be reviewed weekly in response to fuel-cost developments associated with the Middle East situation.
Maersk is also revising a number of optional local charges in Brazil from October 1. The carrier attributed the changes to inflation and higher ancillary costs. Among the revised fees, Bill of Lading amendments and issuance services will cost BRL 540 per document, while combined Bill of Lading and manifest amendments will cost BRL 1,075 per document.
Other revised Brazilian charges include BRL 420 for certificates, BRL 505 for late documentation, BRL 300 per container for Late Gate Service and BRL 40 per container for an Extra Seal Charge. Maersk clarified that these Brazil charges are not mandatory and apply when customers request additional services or when specific operational circumstances arise.
The latest announcements form part of a broader series of Maersk pricing changes across its global network. The carrier’s rate-announcement page also lists recent revisions covering Mexico, India-related trades, Durban and other markets, highlighting the continued impact of fuel prices, congestion and operating conditions on logistics costs.
For shippers and logistics providers, the changes mean higher inland transport costs in selected markets and revised documentation-related fees in Brazil. Businesses moving cargo through these markets will need to factor the updated charges into freight budgets and shipment planning.