CMA CGM to apply new congestion surcharge in Cameroon
In response to the existing congestion situation in Kribi, Cameroon, CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS).
The French ocean carrier will introduce a surcharge of US$150 | GB£120 | €140 per TEU for both dry and reefer cargo.
CMA CGM's PCS will be effective from 1 February, except the United States, its territories and Canada, where the surcharge will take effect on 22 February. The Marseille-based company said the effective date for Latin American countries remains subject to notice.
Source: Container News
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