In order to maintain and strengthen the high level of service quality and a comprehensive global liner network for all of our customers, OOCL would like to advise that we will introduce a rate restoration programme. With effect from March 1, 2010, freight rates from North European, Mediterranean and Black Sea ports will be increased by US$100 per TEU to Australia and US$200 per TEU to New Zealand.

Also with effect from March 1, 2010, due to seasonal high volume of cargo movements from North Europe ports, we will apply a Peak Season Surcharge of US$150 per 20’ and US$200/40’ for cargo from North Europe ports to Australia and New Zealand.

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hong Kong Stock Exchange listed Orient Overseas (International) Ltd. Headquartered in Hong Kong, OOCL is one of the world's leading container transport and logistics service providers, with more than 280 offices in 55 countries. Linking Asia, Europe, North America, the Mediterranean, the Indian sub-continent, the Middle East and Australia/New Zealand, the company offers transportation services to all major east/west trading economies of the world. OOCL is one of the leading international carriers serving China, providing a full range of logistics and transportation services throughout the country. It is also an industry leader in the use of information technology and e-commerce to manage the entire cargo process. Website: http://www.oocl.com/