CMA CGM Implements New Peak Season Surcharges on Major Global Corridors
What Happened?
CMA CGM has announced new Peak Season Surcharges across key routes originating in China, South America, and Morocco, taking effect between October 22 and November 15, 2026. Shipments from China to Durban face hikes of up to $1,150 per TEU, while dry exports from South America to Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East will incur fees up to $900 per FEU. Shippers and forwarders will experience substantial cost increases across these corridors.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 23, 2026
Effective from
October 22, 2026
Carrier
CMDU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Asia -> Southern Africa, South America East Coast -> North Europe, South America East Coast -> Mediterranean, South America East Coast -> Middle East, North Africa -> Europe
Affected Ports
ZADUR
Who is Affected?
Shippers, BCOs, and freight forwarders moving dry cargo from China to South Africa, and from South America or Morocco to Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East.
Source:
CMA CGMSet surcharge alert
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