Shipping from North Europe to the Red Sea? Here's an Emergency Space Contingency (ESC) surcharge.

An Emergency Space Contingency surcharge (ESC) is coming into effect for cargo loading from North Europe* to the Red Sea**. This ESC is applicable for all sailings commencing on August 15, 2024, and is valid until further notice.

The details for this ESC are listed below:

  • USD 750 per 20’ & 40’ Standard Container
  • USD 750 per 40 High Cube Container
  • USD 750 per Reefer Container and Special Equipment

*North Europe: Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Belgium, France, Poland, Denmark, Sweden, Ireland, Norway, Finland, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Hungary, Latvia, Austria, Switzerland, Slovakia, Estonia, Iceland, Luxembourg.

**Red Sea: Saudi Arabia (Western Province: Jeddah and Neom), Jordan, Yemen.

The Ocean Tariff rates as well as Bunker-related surcharges, Security-related surcharges, Terminal Handling Charges (THCs) remain as announced and can be found here. Please note that other local charges and contingency surcharges may apply.

If you require more information related to the above price announcement, please contact your nearest Hapag-Lloyd office who will guide you based on your individual situation.

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