Maersk Implements Revised Peak Season Surcharge for Far East Asia to Latin America
What Happened?
Maersk is implementing a revised Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on the Far East Asia to Latin America & Caribbean trade lane, increasing freight costs for shippers. The surcharge, effective from early August 2026 and lasting until further notice, will apply to a wide range of container types. This financial measure will directly affect supply chain budgets for cargo originating in Asia destined for these regions.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
August 1, 2026
Effective from
August 1, 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 and the Caribbean will be directly impacted by increased freight costs.
Source:
MaerskSet surcharge alert
Verify Freight Charges with Confidence
Detect billing discrepancies, unexpected surcharges, and potential overcharges. Improve freight cost control and invoice accuracy.
Turn Supply Chain Visibility into Cost Control
Detect billing discrepancies, unexpected surcharges, and potential overcharges. Improve freight cost control and invoice accuracy.
Talk to our experts →
