In continued efforts to ensure the safety of our crew, vessels, and your cargo amid the ongoing developments in the Red Sea region, we would like to provide you with important information regarding the re-routing of several vessels from their intended route through the Cape of Good Hope.
As highlighted in our previous Customer Advisory, the re-routing of these vessels is a precautionary measure taken to navigate away from potentially unsafe areas. This decision is in line with Clause 10 of our Bill of Lading, and while we understand it may impact your logistics and supply chain operations, it is a necessary step which comes with a cost.
Accordingly, we hereby inform you that, effective immediately and until further notice, a RED SEA Charge will apply to all cargo to and from Red Sea ports unless you decide to accomplish the Bill of Lading at the designated hub ports.
RED SEA Charge details
The charges are as follows:
– USD 1,575 per 20′ Dry
– USD 2,700 per 40′ Dry
– USD 3,000 per Reefer container & special equipment
– Scope: From / To Jeddah, Port of Neom, Djibouti, Aden, Hodeidah, Port Sudan, Massawa, Berbera, Aqaba, Sokhna
– Cargo: All types
– Date of application: December 20th, 2023 for cargo on board or to be loaded / discharged to/from Red Sea
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these unprecedented circumstances. Rest assured, CMA CGM is committed to mitigating the impact on your shipments and ensuring the safety of all involved.
Please visit our website cma-cgm.com to ensure you do not miss any of our notices. Should you have any questions, please contact your usual sales representatives.
All images are of the 2008 built 347 metres long container ship CMA CGM THALASSA entering Marsaxlokk Harbour, bound for Malta Freeport Terminal 2 North back to 19th November, 2009.