CMA CGM PCS in Iskenderun and Mersin, Turkey to West Africa

CMA CGM is experiencing important delays in Iskenderun and Mersin, Turkey between congestion/waiting time plus berth time on the current vessels berthing sequences with following impacts:

• laden cargo lead-time is being increased
• empty equipment re-loading / repositioning frequency is affected
• operating costs are increased

In this respect, please be informed that CMA CGM will be implementing a Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS) in Iskenderun as follows:

• From: Iskenderun and Mersin, Turkey
• To: West Africa
• Cargo: Dry & Reefer
• Applicable from April 13th, 2023, loading date
• Amount: USD 200 per Unit