Maersk updates fuel surcharges in Portugal, Spain and France

NewsRates & SurchargesSticky News FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedinEmail A.P. Moller – Maersk has introduced updated fuel surcharges across Portugal, Spain and France, citing rising fuel costs linked to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. Weekly adjustment mechanism The carrier has shifted to a weekly review system, replacing the previous monthly approach. Key changes include: Weekly updates every Thursday No trigger mechanism during this period Temporary measure based on cost volatility Surcharges will appear as: EFS (Export Fuel Surcharge) IFS (Import Fuel Surcharge) Portugal surcharge levels (May 4–10) Truck: 10.3% Rail: 10.3% Rail combined: 10.3% Spain surcharge levels (May 4–10) Truck: 16.6% Rail combined: 4.2% France surcharge levels (May 4–10) Truck: 12.1% Rail combined: 5.5% Barge and barge combined: 17% Ongoing volatility Maersk said the surcharges will remain in place as long as fuel costs stay elevated, with further adjustments possible depending on market conditions. The move reflects broader pressure on logistics costs as energy markets react to geopolitical developments affecting global fuel supply.

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