CMA CGM is experiencing important delays in 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 Mersin as follows:
- From: Mersin, Turkey
- To: Indian Subcontinent
- Cargo: Dry
- Applicable from March 27th, 2023, loading date
- Amount: USD 100 per Unit
Any revision in the quantum of this surcharge related to the evolution of the local situation will be communicated with a 7-day notice.
