Maersk has informed its clients about the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on routes from the Far East

Maersk has informed its clients about the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on routes from the Far East (including East and Southeast Asian countries) to the Middle East, effective July 2026. Simultaneously, the carrier increased the Customs Clearance Origin (CCO) fee for the Nagad and Ambouli stations in Djibouti, applicable to all cargo originating from these points as of June 15, 2026. This information comes from direct Maersk communications to clients; no official tariff has been published on its website.

The PSS is a temporary surcharge applied by carriers during periods of high demand to manage capacity and operational costs. In this case, it affects one of the busiest routes in global trade. The CCO is a customs clearance service at origin that Maersk offers as a value-added service. The increase in Djibouti likely stems from higher local costs or changes in the country's customs regulations, although Maersk has not detailed the reasons.