Mediterranean-Canadian conference sets surcharge
The Mediterranean-Canadian Freight Conference said it will implement a currency adjustment surcharge, effective Oct. 1.
The surcharge will be 6 percent. For eastbound cargo, the surcharge will amount to a minimum of $20 per 20-foot container and $30 per 40-foot container.
For westbound cargo, the surcharge will be a minimum $50 per 20-foot container and $80 per 40-foot container.
The conference's members are Canada Maritime and Cast, divisions of CP Ships (U.K.) Ltd.; Senator Lines; and Zim Israel Navigation.