CMA CGM sets €100 reefer surcharge from Northern Europe to Latin America

CMA CGM will introduce a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) of €100 per reefer unit on shipments from Northern Europe to selected destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean.

The surcharge will apply to cargo loaded from November 5, 2026, and will remain in effect until further notice, according to the carrier.

CMA CGM reefer surcharge covers several Latin American trades

The PSS will apply to refrigerated cargo moving from Northern Europe to:

• South America West Coast
• Central America East Coast and the Caribbean
• Central America West Coast, excluding Mexico’s West Coast
• Leeward Islands, excluding Philipsburg and Gustavia
• Windward Islands

The surcharge will be €100 per reefer unit.

CMA CGM said the charge will be added to the applicable base freight. Other fees, including bunker-related surcharges, terminal handling charges, safety and security surcharges, contingency charges and local charges, may also apply depending on the shipment.

The carrier did not provide additional details on the reason for introducing the CMA CGM reefer surcharge.

Source: CMA CGM

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