CMA CGM Implements Rate Restoration Initiative for Dry Cargo from Canada West Coast
What Happened?
CMA CGM has announced a Rate Restoration Initiative (RRI02) effective August 30th, 2026, for dry cargo. For shipments from Canada's West Coast to the Indian Subcontinent, rates will increase by USD 150 per 20' and USD 300 per 40'/45'. Additionally, rates to the Middle East Gulf and Red Sea will rise by USD 300 per 20' and USD 600 per 40'/45'.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
August 27, 2026
Effective from
August 30, 2026
Carrier
CMDU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Canada West Coast -> Indian Subcontinent, Canada West Coast -> Middle East Gulf and Red Sea
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs managing dry cargo shipments from Canada's West Coast to the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East Gulf, and Red Sea will be affected by these rate increases.
Source:
CMA CGMSet surcharge alert
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