Hapag-Lloyd Revises Peak Season Surcharge for Asia and Oceania to Southwest Africa
What Happened?
Hapag-Lloyd has revised its Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) to $800 per TEU for all container types moving from Asia and Oceania to Southwest Africa. The adjusted rate takes effect for shipments loaded on board from October 25, 2026, until further notice. Logistics teams should budget for increased ocean freight costs across this corridor.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 21, 2026
Effective from
October 25, 2026
Carrier
HLCU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Asia -> West Africa, Oceania -> West Africa
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs managing containerized cargo on trade lanes from Asia and Oceania to Southwest Africa.
Source:
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