Maersk Increases Peak Season Surcharge for Far East Asia to Latin America Shipments
What Happened?
Maersk is implementing an increased Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for non-SPOT cargo traveling from Far East Asia to Latin America, reversing a previous reduction. These higher charges, applicable to various container types, will be phased in from late August to early September 2026. This adjustment will result in increased shipping costs for customers on these specific trade lanes.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
August 8, 2026
Carrier
MAEU
Advisory category
surcharge
Affected Trade lanes
Far East Asia -> Latin America
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs managing container shipments from Far East Asia to Latin America will be directly impacted by these increased costs.
Source:
MaerskSet surcharge alert
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