CMA CGM Implements Peak Season Surcharge for China to East Africa Shipments
What Happened?
CMA CGM is introducing a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) that will increase costs for shippers on the China to East Africa trade lane. The surcharge applies to cargo destined for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and Mombasa, Kenya. This financial adjustment will take effect in mid-October 2026 and remain active indefinitely.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
September 29, 2026
Effective from
October 15, 2026
Carrier
CMDU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Asia -> East Africa
Affected Ports
Dar es Salaam, Mombasa
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs moving containerized cargo from China to East Africa, specifically to Dar es Salaam and Mombasa, will be directly affected by increased shipping costs.
Source:
CMA CGMSet surcharge alert
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