Maersk applies new PSS from Tunisia to West Africa

Maersk is introducing a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for all dry containers from Tunisia to West Africa destinations effective from 2 August.

The Peak Season Surcharge levels are as follows:

Origin Destination Container Type Currency New tariff levels Charge Basis

Tunisia

Tunisia

West Africa except Cameroon and Dem. Rep. of Congo

All Dry Containers

US$

150

Per DRY Container (1)

West Africa
Dem. Rep. of Congo

All Dry and Reefer Containers

US$

200

Per DRY & REEFER...

https://container-news.com/maersk-applies-new-pss-from-tunisia-to-west-africa/

Maersk announces updated surcharges worldwide

Danish ocean carrier Maersk will implement a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for shipments from India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to Bahrain for all dry containers starting 28 July 2024.

Origin Destination Charge Basis Container Currency Levels

India, Bangaladesh, Sri Lanka

Bahrain

Per container

ALL DRY

US$

100

Additionally, Maersk will raise the PSS for shipments from the United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, India, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal,...

https://container-news.com/maersk-announces-updated-surcharges-worldwide/

Maersk Line boss: Red Sea crisis impacting all trade lanes

Maersk Line said today (17 July) that the Red Sea crisis has spread beyond its Asia-Europe network and has affected its whole worldwide portfolio.

CEO Vincent Clerc explained that the coming months will be challenging for carriers and businesses alike, as the Red Sea situation stretches into the third quarter of 2024.

Clerc was speaking at an online event with customers a week after the Danish carrier suffered another Houthi attack, when its US-flagged Maersk Sentosa escaped damage after being...

https://container-news.com/maersk-line-boss-red-sea-crisis-impacting-all-trade-lanes/

MSC increases own-operated service share ahead of 2M termination

The 2M Alliance, which currently includes the top two shipping lines MSC and Maersk, is scheduled to conclude in February 2025. Following this, Maersk will join forces with Hapag-Lloyd to establish the Gemini Cooperation.

In response, MSC appears to be redirecting its attention towards expanding its independently operated services. Specifically, MSC has been increasing its market share in capacity for standalone services in the Transpacific and Asia-Europe trades.

Source: Sea-Intelligence.com,...

https://container-news.com/msc-increases-own-operated-service-share-ahead-of-2m-termination/

Maersk and Bahrain sign agreement for ship recycling project

Bahrain’s Ministries of Transportation & Telecommunications and of Industry & Commerce signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with A.P. Moller–Maersk to explore and establish a ship recycling initiative in Bahrain.

Strategic partners involved in the project, including ASRY, SULB Company and APM Terminals Bahrain, attended the signing ceremony.

Under the MoU, the Ministries will provide regulatory support to ASRY, which will prepare its yard and docks for the ship recycling process. A.P....

https://container-news.com/maersk-and-bahrain-sign-agreement-for-ship-recycling-project/

Maersk opens new distribution center in Arizona

A.P. Moller-Maersk has announced the opening of a new 13,935 m² distribution centre in Phoenix, Arizona.

This facility will support American Honda’s Powersports and Products division, enhancing its ability to serve its regional dealer network in the Southwestern United States. It will also provide warehousing and distribution services for recreational, utility, and outdoor equipment.

“Phoenix offers us excellent proximity to our dealer network, which enhances our ability to serve customers more...

https://container-news.com/maersk-opens-new-distribution-center-in-arizona/

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