CMA CGM has initiated a series of new Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) across several significant trade lanes. These surcharges will affect cargo originating from China destined for South Africa, as well as shipments from Europe and North America to various global locations. This move is part of the carrier's broader strategy to adjust pricing in response to expected increases in demand during the peak shipping season.
For freight forwarders and operations managers, these PSS implementations mean an increase in immediate shipping costs on the affected routes. Forwarders should update their quotes and communicate these additional charges to shippers to avoid discrepancies. The timing, ahead of the traditional peak season, suggests carriers are proactively managing capacity and demand, which could lead to further rate volatility. Shippers should anticipate higher freight expenses and factor these surcharges into their logistics budgets and planning for upcoming shipments on these lanes.
