CMA CGM Introduces Congestion Surcharges for Tema, Freetown, and Monrovia
What Happened?
CMA CGM has implemented port congestion surcharges on inbound shipments destined for Tema (Ghana), Freetown (Sierra Leone), and Monrovia (Liberia) in response to challenging operating conditions. The surcharges apply to both dry and reefer containers starting November 1, 2026, with an effective date of November 15 for cargo originating in the United States and Brazil. Charges will be collected alongside standard freight payments.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 25, 2026
Effective from
November 1, 2026
Carrier
CMDU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Global -> West Africa
Affected Ports
GHTEM, SLFNA, LRMLW
Who is Affected?
Shippers, BCOs, and freight forwarders importing dry or refrigerated containerized cargo into Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Liberia via CMA CGM.
Source:
CMA CGMSet surcharge alert
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