Below are the FAK rates for a sample list of corridors, commodities and container types where the rate increase is effective. As always, please visit my.maerskline.com for a quote, or your rate sheets or contracts will provide you with full details of your latest rates.
OriginsDestinationsCommodityRate levels (USD)Effective start dateEffective end date
20DC40DC40High
Shanghai, CNRotterdam, NLFAK10501900195001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 14-03-17
Shanghai, CNFelixstowe, GBFAK11002000200001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 14-03-17
Shanghai, CNAarhus, DKFAK10751950200001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 14-03-17
Shanghai, CNGdansk, PLFAK10501900195001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 14-03-17
  • The above rates are inclusive of Basic Freight Rate (BAS), Bunker Adjustment Factor (SBF), Emergency Risk Surcharge (ERS) and Peak Season Surcharge (PSS)].
  • The above rates are subject to [Low Sulphur Surcharge (LSS) and Terminal Handling Charges (THC) Detailed levels of [LSS, ERS, THC and PSS] can be found here.
  • The above rates are also subject to other applicable surcharges, including local charges and contingency charges.
  • Other corridors, commodities and container types (including reefers) that are not listed above may also be subject to increases.
  • These rates are unaffected by, and do not affect, any tariff notified, published or filed in accordance with local regulatory requirements.
  • For trades subject to the US Shipping Act or the China Maritime Regulations, quotations or surcharges that vary from the Maersk Line tariff shall not be binding on Maersk Line unless included in a service contract or service contract amendment that has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) or the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, as applicable.

Rate Announcement – Scope India Sub-Continent to East Coast South America

As Maersk Line strives to continue to offer you a broad portfolio of services, we are announcing an increase in FAK (Freight All Kinds) and traded commodity rates. Below are the FAK rates for a sample list of corridors, commodities and container types where the rate increase is effective. As always, please visit my.maerskline.com for a quote, or your rate sheets or contracts will provide you with full details of your latest rates.

OriginsDestinationsCommodityRate levels (USD)Effective start dateEffective end date
20DC40DC40High
Jawaharlal NehruSantosAll commodities12001950195001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 31-03-17
HaziraSantosAll commodities12001950195001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 31-03-17
KattupalliSantosAll commodities12001900190001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 31-03-17
ColomboSantosAll commodities12502000200001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 31-03-17
Jawaharlal NehruSantosCotton, Yarn & Twine–1750175001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 31-03-17
HaziraSantosCotton, Yarn & Twine–1750175001-03-17Until further notice, but not beyond 31-03-17
  • The above rates are inclusive of Basic Freight Rate (BAS), Bunker Adjustment Factor (SBF) and Emergency Risk Surcharge (ERS).
  • The above rates are subject to Terminal Handling Charges (THC) and Peak Season Surcharge (PSS). Detailed levels of THC and PSS can be found here
  • The above rates are also subject to other applicable surcharges, including local charges and contingency charges.
  • Other corridors, commodities and container types (including reefers) that are not listed above may also be subject to increases.
  • These rates are unaffected by, and do not affect, any tariff notified, published or filed in accordance with local regulatory requirements.
  • For trades subject to the US Shipping Act or the China Maritime Regulations, quotations or surcharges that vary from the Maersk Line tariff shall not be binding on Maersk Line unless included in a service contract or service contract amendment that has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) or the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, as applicable.

Price Increase Announcement – Far East Asia to United States & Canada

As Maersk Line strives to continue to offer you a broad portfolio of services, we are announcing an increase in all DRY cargo rates as set out below. The rate increase for the relevant trade for various commodities and container types is:

OriginsDestinationsCommodityPrice Increase Amounts(USD)Effective start date
20DC40DC40High45HDry
Far East AsiaUnited States & CanadaAll DRY cargo48060060075015th March 2017
Source: maersk
2017-02-15

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