MSC to raise westbound transatlantic rates

MSC to raise westbound transatlantic rates    Ocean carrier Mediterranean Shipping Co. on Wednesday said it would implement a General Rate Increase of $160 per TEU and $200 per FEU on all cargo moving from northern Europe to the United States.
   The carrier will also file a GRI of $200 per TEU and $250 per FEU on freight moving from Italy, Spain and Portugal to U.S. ports.
   The rate increases go into effect April 1.