Ocean carriers are proposing a General Rate Increase (GRI) and Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on US/Canada bound cargo from Far East and Indian origins. In the US/Canada, a previous GRI took effect as scheduled on August 1, 2015, and the next anticipated GRI is September 1, 2015. A PSS took effect as scheduled on August 15, 2015. In addition, steamship lines have announced their intention to assess an additional PSS effective September 15, 2015.
Published GRI levels effective September 1, 2015, for US/Canada
20′ Standard Containers: USD $540
40′ Standard Containers: USD $600
40′ High-Cube Containers: USD $675
45′ Standard Containers: USD $760
LCL: USD $12 per CBM, min USD $12
Deringer has observed the August 1, 2015, GRI fluctuating between $200-$400 depending on service/carrier and container size. Along with our overseas partners, Deringer will try to mitigate the September 1, 2015, GRI increase; however, the market will ultimately determine carriers’ flexibility. There is potential for rates to be at, or close to, the published GRI levels reflected above.
Published PSS levels effective September 15, 2015
20′ Standard Containers: USD $360
40′ Standard Containers: USD $400
40′ High-Cube Containers: USD $450
45′ Standard Containers: USD $506
LCL: USD $8 per CBM, min USD $8
Along with our overseas partners, Deringer has observed the August 15, 2015, PSS fluctuating between $180-$450 depending on service/carrier, lane, and container size.
Deringer will continue monitoring GRI/PSS announcements and will work to mitigate additional fees when possible. Please send an email to marketing@anderinger.com with any questions.
