US PORTS STRIKE : Port Congestion Surcharge Update
Dear Customer,
Referring to our various earlier advisories, we would like to inform you further on the application of the Port Congestion Surcharge as per below marked in red.
Port Congestion Surcharge: This will be implemented on all cargo received in the United States (including cargo that is moving via our Montreal service) from the first day of the strike onward. The PCS will not apply on cargo received in Canada or Mexico. The PCS will remain in effect until such time as congestion at the ports has eased back to normal levels following the conclusion of the strike.
$800 per 20’ container
$1000 per 40’ container
$1265 per 45’ container
For Westbound (exports ex Europe to the US) it is important to note this charge will be applied on any inbound cargo at North American port on or after December 29, on collect basis, irrespective of cargo receipt date.
To clarify further, the PCS is being extended to all US Destinations, as well via non-US Ports. PCS will apply to all US FND’s via Canada/Mexico for bookings made on/after December 27th. The level to be assessed will be the same as per US ports mentioned above.
For any further information please do not hesitate to contact your usual OOCL commercial contacts.
Best Regards,
OOCL BENELUX NV
