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Change to Emergency Contingency Surcharge India and Pakistan to West Coast Latin America (B1S)

24 Mar 2026

We would like to inform you of changes to the Emergency Contingency Surcharges (ECS) from India and Pakistan to West Coast Latin America (B1S) trade. There will be changes in charges for the following routes:

  • North West India and Pakistan to Puerto Rico and Colombia
  • South & East India to Puerto Rico and Colombia

The increase of the surcharge will take effect from the Price Calculation Date (PCD) 25th April 2026. You can see the changes to the ECS surcharge on the table published below . Our Rate Announcements page is also updated with this advisory.

All surcharge changes are subject to any required regulatory approvals and notice periods, after which the surcharge will apply. You will see any relevant surcharges on your latest invoices, and we will keep you updated of any further changes.

If you have any further questions, please contact your local Maersk office or Maersk representative. They are standing by to help. Thank you for your understanding during this time. We remain committed to supporting you and your business with your supply chain needs.

Applicable ECS effective 15th April 2026

Trade Region/Corridor Charge name 20DRY 40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY | 40HREF Effective Date
Trade
B1S
Region/Corridor
North West India and Pakistan to Puerto Rico and Colombia
Charge name
ECS
20DRY
700
40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY | 40HREF
500 | 1900
Effective Date
25-Apr-26
Trade
B1S
Region/Corridor
South & East India to Puerto Rico and Colombia
Charge name
ECS
20DRY
900
40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY | 40HREF
900 | 2500
Effective Date
25-Apr-26

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