Emergency Fuel Surcharge from United Kingdom / Scotland

In reaction to the increase of fuel prices in the region, an Emergency Fuel Surcharge has been announced effective March 21, 2022 from shipments originating in the United Kingdom or Scotland, for intra-European moves or export deep sea transport.   You can find the notification issued by our shipping partner Hillebrand’s office in the United Kingdom…

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Ocean Carrier Emergency Bunker Surcharges Likely from rising fuel costs

Following the recent spike in fuel and oil prices, if rates continue to remain high or climb, it is likely that ocean carriers would implement Emergency Bunker Surcharges in addition to existing fuel charges.  We are working with our shipping and transport partners to monitor and mitigate the impact on your business as much as possible and…

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Truck Drivers in Spain start indefinite national strike

Truck Driver associations across Spain have called a national strike effective today March 14th with no end date announced as of yet.  The protest is centered around soaring fuel costs and another grievances facing the industry.  Other transport companies and self-employed drivers are also joining the strike effort. This will have a significant impact on…

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Emergency Fuel Surcharge on inland transport to/from Italian Ports

Due to the escalation of fuel prices across Europe, we are being notified of Emergency Fuel Surcharge on inland transportation.  Germany and Austria announced a fuel surcharge on inland transportation yesterday (announcement here).  Today Italy has also announced an Emergency Fuel Surcharge has been announced effective March 14, 2022 for all inland transport.  You can find…

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Emergency Fuel Surcharge on inland transport to/from German Ports

Due to the extreme increase in fuel prices in Germany, an Emergency Fuel Surcharge has been announced effective March 14, 2022 for pre-carriage and on-carriage (inland transport via truck, rail or barge) for shipments moving to/from German ports. Please find below the notification issued by our shipping partner Hillebrand’s office in Mainz, Germany below.  Emergency…

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