Maersk has announced a temporary adjustment to its fuel surcharge mechanism in Spain, effective 27 April 2026, in response to sustained increases in marine and road fuel prices—driven primarily by geopolitical developments in the Middle East and their impact on global energy markets.

This revision represents an exceptional, time-bound measure designed solely to offset verifiable increases in operational fuel expenditures. Under the updated framework, the fuel surcharge will be recalculated and published on a weekly basis—replacing the prior monthly review cycle—to ensure greater responsiveness to real-time fuel cost volatility.

The revised mechanism will take effect each Thursday, with surcharge levels published no later than 12:00 CET. Unlike previous structures, this interim approach suspends all minimum threshold triggers; surcharge adjustments will therefore reflect observed price movements without delay or lag.

For the initial implementation period—from 27 April to 3 May 2026—the applicable rates in Spain are set at 19.25% for truck-based transport services and 4.85% for rail-intermodal combined services. These charges will appear on customer invoices under the standardized line-item codes “EFS” (Export Fuel Surcharge) and “IFS” (Import Fuel Surcharge).

Fuel surcharge calculations will continue to adhere to Maersk’s established Price Calculation Date (PCD) methodology: for non-FMC-regulated shipments, the PCD corresponds to the estimated departure date of the first vessel at the time of booking confirmation; for FMC-regulated U.S. trades, it aligns with the date the carrier assumes physical possession of the final container. Notably, for FMC-regulated services, the updated weekly surcharge structure will become effective from 27 May 2026.

Maersk will maintain close, country-specific monitoring of fuel price trends and regulatory developments. Should market conditions persist or deteriorate, further targeted adjustments may be introduced—with advance notice provided in accordance with contractual and regulatory obligations.

The company reaffirms its commitment to operational resilience, service reliability, and transparent customer partnership amid ongoing macroeconomic and supply chain challenges.

Reource.: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/og7lUH-FRWXDNNVUB6By6Q