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Maersk Introduces Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) on Multiple Trade Lanes

25 April 2026
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Maersk has announced Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) across various trade routes to maintain service reliability amid peak demand and capacity constraints in container shipping.

Maersk has implemented Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) on multiple trade lanes as a strategy to uphold service reliability during high-demand periods. These surcharges address surging cargo volumes and capacity limitations, a common practice in the container sector. Container News highlights Maersk's emphasis on supply chain stability through this move.

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