Maersk Adjusts Intermodal Fuel Surcharges for DACH Region
What Happened?
Maersk is increasing its intermodal fuel surcharges for inland haulage in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, effective from October 12, 2026. This adjustment, citing higher energy costs, applies to both import and export moves within these countries. The fees will be reviewed bi-weekly, while surcharges in Poland remain unchanged.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 11, 2026
Effective from
October 12, 2026
Carrier
MAEU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Global -> Germany, Germany -> Global, Global -> Austria, Austria -> Global, Global -> Switzerland, Switzerland -> Global
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs utilizing Maersk's intermodal services for import or export shipments to/from Germany, Austria, or Switzerland will be directly impacted by these increased costs.
Source:
MaerskSet surcharge alert
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