Maersk has announced revisions to its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) and Emergency Contingency Surcharges (ECS) across several key global trade lanes, reflecting changing market conditions, operational costs and ongoing disruptions affecting international shipping.
The updated surcharges apply to selected export and import routes and are intended to address increased expenses arising from vessel diversions, network adjustments, port congestion and geopolitical uncertainties impacting global supply chains. The revised charges will vary by trade lane, cargo type and destination.
According to Maersk, the surcharge adjustments are designed to support the continued delivery of reliable shipping services while helping offset the additional costs associated with maintaining schedule integrity and operational resilience. The carrier regularly reviews its pricing structure to respond to evolving market dynamics and customer requirements.
The changes come amid persistent challenges in global container shipping, including fluctuating freight demand, higher fuel costs, congestion at key ports and disruptions linked to regional conflicts and changing trade patterns. Shipping lines across the industry have continued to revise surcharges to manage these pressures.
Customers are advised to review the updated surcharge schedules for their respective trade lanes and plan shipments accordingly. The revised PSS and Emergency Contingency Surcharges form part of Maersk’s broader strategy to maintain efficient service levels while adapting to an increasingly complex global logistics environment.