Sydney Port Congestion Surcharge – MSC jump on the surcharge band wagon

Please see below the notification from MSC, in relation to a surcharge for containers into Sydney. We have not been advised of any other shipping lines imposing this surcharge, however we will advise as soon as further details are received.

SYDNEY PORT CONGESTION SURCHARGE

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company wishes to advise clients that due to congestion in the port of Sydney, caused by industrial actions which are impacting Sydney’s terminals productivity, a Congestion Surcharge (CGS) will apply to maintain the service at the required level. A Congestion Surcharge of USD 300 per TEU will be introduced with the following validity:

• Import cargo: for vessel arrival on the 14 September and onward
• Export cargo: from commercial date 14 September and onward
• For Import cargo from U.S: from cargo possession on 8 October
• For Export cargo to U.S.: from cargo possession on 8 October

MSC is following closely the situation and will inform you as soon as Sydney port operations will return to normal.

Stay safe and should you have any queries please contact us directly