Maersk would like to inform customers of the increase of the Port Additional / Port Dues Export (PAE) and Port Additional / Port Dues Import (PAI) charges in line with the terminal increase announced on the 14th of May. These charges are implemented to recover the Fuel Neutrality Charge newly introduced by Transnet Port Terminals (TPT).
The Fuel Neutrality Charge will apply to all containers. Please note that this charge will be reviewed and reassessed monthly by TPT and may be adjusted should the underlying fee increase.
The applicable scope for PAE/PAI is South Africa to/from all global trade lanes, with the following effective dates:
Non-regulated countries Effective: 15th June 2026
Regulated countries and export of Brazil and Korea Effective: 15th July 2026
The tariff amount is detailed as follows:
Rate Basis - Per Container
| Charge Code | Charge Name | Effective Date | Direction | Geographical Scope | Old Amount / New Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAE | Port Additional Export | 1-Jun-2026 | Export | South Africa to World | 52 ZAR / 78 ZAR |
| PAI | Port Additional Import | 1-Jun-2026 | Import | World to South Africa | 52 ZAR / 78 ZAR |
