Hapag-Lloyd Imposes $350-400/TEU Africa PSS Effective June 20, Announces $1,500-$2,100 North America GRI for July 15

Summary

Hapag-Lloyd updated its Peak Season Surcharge for Asia and Oceania cargo to West and East Africa effective June 20, with West Africa at $350/TEU and East Africa at $400/TEU across all container types. Separately, the carrier confirmed a broader North America pricing overhaul for July 15: a General Rate Increase of $1,500/container for US East Coast, Gulf, and Canada, and $2,100/container for US West Coast from the Indian Subcontinent, Pakistan, and Middle East. North Europe to North America base rates also rise $175/container, and a new EUR 500 Booking Cancellation Fee targets rising no-shows. The multi-pronged changes signal carriers tightening capacity discipline as peak season demand intensifies.