C
Originally published by Capital Business
📰 Read Full Article
business
March 30, 2026
2h ago

MSC raises shipping costs for Kenyan, East African cargo

MSC raises shipping costs for Kenyan, East African cargo

The surcharge will take effect from April 1, 2026, and will impact cargo transported between East Africa and regions such as Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Red Sea, and parts of Southern Africa. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

✨ Key Highlights

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is increasing shipping costs for cargo to and from Kenya and other East African countries starting April 1, 2026, due to a new Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS).

  • New charges range from $130 to $285 per TEU for dry containers and $195 to $430 for refrigerated units, depending on the route.
  • The affected regions include Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Red Sea, and parts of Southern Africa.
  • This surcharge is expected to increase business costs for East African importers and exporters amid ongoing high fuel prices and supply chain disruptions.

Continue Reading

Read the complete article from Capital Business

📰 Read Full Article
Advertisement
Advertisement