MSC introduces emergency surcharge on East Mediterranean–North Europe trade

MSC will introduce an Emergency Operations Surcharge (EOS) on shipments from Greece, Türkiye, the Black Sea and non-Italian Adriatic ports.

The surcharge will apply to cargo moving to Northwest Continental Europe, the United Kingdom and the ScanBaltic region.

It will take effect on 1 November 2026, based on the bill of lading date. The surcharge will remain in place until further notice.

The applicable currency will depend on the relevant trade and payment arrangements.

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