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2 September 2026

Hapag-Lloyd raises Mediterranean–North America rates

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Source reporting: Container News

Hapag-Lloyd raises Mediterranean–North America rates

Hapag-Lloyd will increase its ocean tariff rates from the Mediterranean, including southern France, to Canada, the United States and Mexico. The new Hapag-Lloyd Mediterranean–North America rates will apply to sailings with a tariffing date from 1 October 2026. They will remain valid until further notice. The increase covers dry, reefer and special containers, including high-cube equipment. Rates for 20-foot dry containers Destination Current rate New rate Increase US East and Gulf coasts $2,300 $2,600 $300 US West Coast $3,550 $3,850 $300 Canada East Coast $2,550 $2,850 $300 Canada West Coast $3,550 $3,850 $300 Mexico Gulf Coast $3,050 $3,350 $300 Mexico West Coast $4,050 $4,350 $300 Rates for 40-foot dry containers Destination Current rate New rate Increase US East and Gulf coasts $3,450 $4,050 $600 US West Coast $4,700 $5,300 $600 Canada East Coast $4,150 $4,750 $600 Canada West Coast $5,150 $5,750 $600 Mexico Gulf Coast $4,000 $4,600 $600 Mexico West Coast $5,000 $5,600 $600 Rates for 20-foot reefer containers Destination Current rate New rate Increase US East and Gulf coasts $3,850 $4,150 $300 US West Coast $4,500 $4,800 $300 Canada East Coast $4,150 $4,450 $300 Canada West Coa

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