On January 20, Hapag-Lloyd will introduce surcharges of up to $1,700 per container in response to a possible strike at U.S. ports.
This measure, coinciding with Donald Trump’s inauguration, aims to cover disruptions and port congestion costs. The company said it would waive these costs if port operations were not disrupted.
With negotiations stalled and a debate over port automation ongoing, the industry strives to balance modernization with preserving union jobs.
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