Maersk adopts surcharge due to low water levels in Paraguay

Maersk has recently informed its customers that due to the recent drop in water levels in the Paraguay River, its suppliers have begun to apply the Low Water Surcharge, but only to terminals north of Asunción.

The surcharge will be applied first to the following vessels:
Export shipments: BM ROSA 2108
Export shipments: BM THEIA 2105
Surcharge: Low Water Surcharge (LWC)

Scope: Paraguay (Import and Export)
Load: Dry and Reefer
Value: US$ 150 per TEU
Effective date: March 24, 2021 – until further notice.

According to the company, the water levels south of Asunción still permit operations so Maersk is currently not applying this surcharge to the terminals Puerto Seguro Fluvial and Terport Villeta.

The company also stated that it is monitoring the situation and that its customers will be advised of any further changes.

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