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This new surcharge is a hard blow that importers and, by extension, consumers must bear. The surcharge applies to both dry and reefer cargo. The rate is set at USD 200, or around MUR. 9,200 per container
As of December 15, new surcharges will be applied for port congestion affecting cargoes bound for Mauritius. Importers are suffering a new blow with the application of new congestion laws. This is a decision taken by the company CMA CGM, one of the world leaders in the maritime transport and logistics sector.
This new surcharge is a hard blow that importers and, by extension, consumers must bear. The surcharge applies to both dry and reefer cargo. The rate is set at USD200, or around MUR. 9,200 per container. The measure will remain in force until further notice, due to the difficulties encountered by the Port of Mauritius in the face of the increase in the volume of goods.
According to the CMA CGM company press release, the measure is a necessary response to the increasing congestion in the port, aimed at ensuring the fluidity of operations and ensuring punctual deliveries to customers. This decision further reflects the operational delays and logistical challenges that the Port of Mauritius is facing due to the increased demand and the limited infrastructure capacity.
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Surcharges apply to shipments from Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa, excluding Egypt.
The only port of entry in Mauritius, Port Louis is a hub port on the Indian Ocean. It has 16 berths across three terminals, a fishing port, and an oil jetty. Port Louis is the financial center of Mauritius and is home to the Stock Exchange of Mauritius.
