Maersk Line said this week it is seeking rate increases on a host of global trades.
From Oct. 1, the line plans these increases:
• Southeast Asia to Australia, $300 per 20-foot container and $600 per 40-foot container.
• Northern Europe to the East Coast of South America, $150 per 20-foot container and $300 per 40-foot container.
• Chile to Europe, the Middle East and Indian Subcontinent, $125 per 20-foot container and $250 per 40-foot container or 40-foot reefer container.
From Oct. 15, the rate increases will be:
• Far East and Southeast Asia to New Zealand, $250 per 20-foot container and $500 per 40-foot container.
• The Middle East to the Indian Ocean Islands, $150 per 20-foot container and $300 per 40-foot container.
Maersk also said it will postpone a planned rate increase on cargo from Northeast Asia to Australia to Sept. 22. The increases are $250 per 20-foot container and $500 per 40-foot container.
Maersk seeks rate hikes for multiple trades
