Africa shipping costs: What CMA CGM, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd surcharges reveal
Container News · Oct 14, 2026
Recent surcharge announcements from CMA CGM, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd reveal how differently container shipping costs are evolving across African markets, with pricing adjustments linked to peak season conditions, port congestion and equipment imbalances. The latest measures cover several trade corridors, including Asia–South Africa, Southeast Asia–West Africa and exports from Angola. Although announced within a relatively […]
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