Maersk joins peers with emergency surcharges on Pakistan cargo
Maersk has joined its peers in implementing ’emergency operational surcharges’ on cargo in and out ...
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Maersk told The Loadstar today it would join other shipping lines and suspend new bookings to and from Russia.
A spokesperson said the ban would begin “possibly today, possibly tomorrow”, but would depend on arranging plans for shipments already booked which were not in breach of EU sanctions against Russia.
“We are also keen to stress that there will be three exceptions – food, medical and humanitarian supplies,” added the spokesperson. “The exceptions underline Maersk’s commitment to its social responsibilities.
“Regarding the suspension, we do ...
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Daniel Pettersson
March 01, 2022 at 4:43 pmDPDHL has also suspended everything to and via Russia as of this morning.