Maersk increases Emergency Contingency Surcharges on India-UAE corridor

12 Aug 2026

We would like to inform you of changes to the Emergency Contingency Surcharges (ECS) for India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives to UAE for DRY cargo.

The increase of the surcharge will take effect from the Price Calculation Date (PCD) 15th August

You can see the changes to the ECS surcharge on the table published below.

Our Rate Announcements page is also updated with this advisory.

All surcharge changes are subject to any required regulatory approvals and notice periods, after which the surcharge will apply. You will see any relevant surcharges on your latest invoices, and we will keep you updated of any further changes.

If you have any further questions, please contact your local Maersk office or Maersk representative. They are standing by to help. Thank you for your understanding during this time. We remain committed to supporting you and your business with your supply chain needs.

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| Region/Corridor | Charge name | DRY Cargo existing ECS | 20DRY | DRY Cargo existing ECS | 40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY | DRY cargo new ECS | 20DRY | DRY cargo new ECS | 40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Region/Corridor

IBS ( India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives) to United Arab Emirates | Charge name

ECS | DRY Cargo existing ECS | 20DRY

USD 1800 | DRY Cargo existing ECS | 40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY

USD 3000 | DRY cargo new ECS | 20DRY

USD 2100 | DRY cargo new ECS | 40DRY/HDRY/45 HDRY

USD 3300 |