Effective April 1, 2025, Hapag-Lloyd will implement a General Rate Increase (GRI) / General Rate Adjustment (GRA) on shipments from the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East to the United States East Coast.
New Freight Rates & Affected Cargo
The updated rates apply to cargo transported in 20’ and 40’ dry containers, refrigerated (reefer) containers, and special equipment, including high cube units.
- GRI Amount: $500 per container
- Effective Date: April 1, 2025 (until further notice)
Covered Regions
This rate adjustment affects shipments from the following countries:
🇮🇳 India | 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | 🇦🇪 UAE | 🇶🇦 Qatar | 🇧🇭 Bahrain | 🇴🇲 Oman | 🇰🇼 Kuwait | 🇮🇶 Iraq | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | 🇯🇴 Jordan
As global trade dynamics evolve, Hapag-Lloyd remains committed to providing reliable shipping solutions while adjusting rates to reflect market conditions.
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📌 Source: Container News
