CMA CGM Low Water Surcharge - From all origins (except Asia) to Canada East Coast

For a few weeks, St Lawrence river water level has been decreasing strongly. Canadian authorities are reporting further draft restrictions. As a consequence, the existing Low Water surcharge (LWS) of USD 50 per container will be increased to USD 150 per TEU as follows:

Effective June 15th, 2021 (date of loading in the origin ports) until further notice:

From all origins (except North East Asia, South East Asia, China, Hong Kong & Macau SAR)

To Canada East Coast

Cargo: Dry, OOG, Breakbulk, Reefer

Quantum: USD 150 per 20' | USD 300 per 40'

Depending on further developments, CMA CGM reserves the right to modify the amount of this LWS according to the situation on the St Lawrence river.