Shipping lines to remove Sydney Port congestion surcharge

5th March, 2021

We are pleased to share the news from Freight & Trade Alliance regarding the removal of the Port Botany congestion surcharge. Hamburg Sud and Maersk released statements advising they will be removing the Sydney Port surcharge from March 15th, 2021.

The FTA /APSA (Australia Peak Shippers Association) will continue engagement with other shipping lines to encourage them to follow in voluntarily reviewing existing practices and surcharges.

Statement from the shipping lines:

“We would like to inform you that the operational situation in Sydney is improving, with vessel schedules expected to stabilise from mid-March.

In light of this development, we are pleased to advise that we will be withdrawing the Sydney Congestion Charge, applicable to cargo loaded or received for shipment (in case of FMC origin/destination) on vessels with from ETD 15th March 2021, based on pro forma date of departure.

Over the past months we have been facing significant schedule disruption as a result of the Sydney congestion and we appreciate your continued support and cooperation as we have managed multiple contingencies to continue to keep the global supply chain moving. “

This is great news for all importers and exporters for both LCL and FCL shipments via Port Botany. We are hoping other Shipping lines will follow suit and we will keep you updated on this situation.

Please feel free to contact us for any assistance or clarification on the above at sales@sccargo.com.au