USMX-ILA STRIKE UPDATE-EMERGENCY OPERATION SURCHARGE (EOS)

In order to cover expected operational disruptions at U.S. ports, as a consequence to work stoppages, strikes or other labor-related reasons, carriers are announcing a Surcharge implementation, applicable to all shipments directed to U.S. and Canada ports, effective at discharge date October 10th, 2024. Each carrier is calling it a different name but all have the same result, additional fee per container.

MSC

MSC announces the following Emergency Operation Surcharge (EOS) implementation, applicable to all shipments directed to U.S. and Canada ports, effective at discharge date

October 26th, 2024. See here.

Full details of the MSC Demurrage, Detention and Per Diem Policy can be seen here.

CMA

CMA announces the following Local Port Charge (LPC) implementation, applicable to all shipments directed to U.S. and Canada ports, effective at discharge date

October 11th, 2024.

Full details of the CMA alert can be seen here.

HAPAG

Hapag announces A Work Disruption Surcharge (WDS) for imports to the US East Coast and US Gulf Coast

Full details of HAPAG alert can be seen here.

Each carrier is implementing their surcharge, please inquire with your South East World Wide (Chicago), Ltd. Sales Representative for more details on each carrier.

If you have specific shipments or need further assistance, it’s advisable to communicate with your logistics provider for tailored solutions and updates.

To discuss your cargo or solutions on particular lanes, please contact your South East World Wide (Chicago), Ltd. Sales Representative.