Maersk raises Emergency Contingency Surcharge on Middle East-Africa routes from August 15

03 Aug 2026

Please be advised that Maersk will revise the Emergency Contingency Surcharge (ECS) applicable on selected trades from the Middle East to East and West Africa, effective 15 August 2026.

The revised ECS levels are outlined below:

Trade: Sohar (Oman), Fujairah & Khor Fakkan (UAE) → West Africa (Trade Code: W2MW)

Equipment Type	Current ECS (USD) until 14 Aug 2026	New ECS (USD) from 15 Aug 2026
20' Dry	3,450	3,950
40' Dry/High Cube	4,650	5,150
20' Reefer	3,550	4,050
40' High Reefer	5,450	5,950
45' High Cube	4,650	5,150

Trade: Salalah (Oman) → West Africa (Trade Code: W2MW)

Equipment Type	Current ECS (USD) until 14 Aug 2026	New ECS (USD) from 15 Aug 2026
20' Dry	2,450	2,950
40' Dry/High Cube	3,650	4,150
20' Reefer	2,450	2,950
40' High Reefer	3,650	4,150
45' High Cube	3,650	4,150

Trade: Sohar (Oman), Fujairah & Khor Fakkan (UAE) → East Africa (Trade Code: Z3ME)

Equipment Type	Current ECS (USD) until 14 Aug 2026	New ECS (USD) from 15 Aug 2026
20' Dry	2,800	3,300
40' Dry/High Cube	4,000	4,500
20' Reefer	3,450	3,950
40' High Reefer	5,900	6,400
45' High Cube	4,000	4,500

Effective Date: 15 August 2026

These adjustments are being implemented to address the increased operational challenges and costs impacting the affected trade corridors.

For further information, please contact your local Maersk representative or visit www.maersk.com.