Hapag-Lloyd Announces Increased Terminal Handling Charges at Constanta Port
What Happened?
Hapag-Lloyd will increase its Terminal Handling Charges (THC) for shipments at Romania's Port of Constanta, effective November 1, 2026. This adjustment impacts both origin and destination charges for all container types, directly raising the landed cost for cargo owners. While base ocean tariffs remain unchanged, this specific charge will affect overall shipping expenses.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 9, 2026
Effective from
November 1, 2026
Carrier
HLCU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Ports
ROCTA
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs utilizing the Port of Constanta for container shipments will be directly impacted by these increased handling costs.
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