Change to Emergency Contingency Surcharge North Europe & Mediterranean to Middle East Gulf and Indian Subcontinent (E3E & E4E) and North Europe & Mediterranean to East Africa (Z4S)

Due to the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East and the escalating military conflict in the region, most of our services have been significantly disrupted. We are currently operating under multiple constraints and contingencies, with our network operations significantly impacted. At this stage, it remains uncertain how long these conditions will persist. Please rest assured that we are taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of our people, safeguard our customers’ cargo, and maintain service stability across the network.

In light of these operational challenges and the associated increase in costs, we will implement an ECS from North Europe & Mediterranean:

- To Oman (excluding Sohar, where EFI already applies) and Middle East Red Sea ports (Jordan, Jeddah, and King Abdullah) – E3E & E4E - by USD 1,800 per 20’ container and USD 3,000 per 40’ container (DRY only)

- To Sudan and Djibouti – Z4S - by USD 1,500 per 20’ container and USD 3,000 per 40’ container (DRY & Reefer)

- The rates apply to all OOG, SOC and NOR containers also. So 40 Flat/Open/NOR will have the same rate as 40 Dry
- Cargo in transit will not be impacted by this implementation

The implementation will take effect from the Price Calculation Date (PCD) 06 March 2026.

Our Rate Announcements page is also updated with this advisory.

For your reference, you can always view the latest levels and rate structures directly on our Tariff Lookup page: Tariff Lookup (Current coverage: FMC – Federal Maritime Commission and EEA – European Economic Area regulated countries).

All surcharge changes are subject to any required regulatory approvals and notice periods, after which the surcharge will apply. You will see any relevant surcharges on your latest invoices, and we will keep you updated of any further changes.

If you have any further questions, please contact your local Maersk office or Maersk representative. They are standing by to help. Thank you for your understanding during this time. We remain committed to supporting you and your business with your supply chain needs.