Maersk has updated its Intermodal Fuel Fee (EFS/IFS) rates for select European markets, pointing to sustained upward pressure from global energy costs and the influence of Middle Eastern security issues on fuel supply. The new charges will be in effect from 6 July through 20 July 2026, with the company committing to biweekly reassessments as market dynamics evolve.
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In the Benelux area—comprising Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg—the fuel surcharge is set at 7% for truck transport and barge & BCO services, while RCO services carry a 3.5% fee. For the DACH region, which includes Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the surcharge stands at 4% for truck transport and barge & BCO services, with RCO at 2%. In Poland, Maersk will impose a 4% surcharge on truck transport and 2% on RCO services.
The shipping line indicated that these percentages are applied to IHI/IHE charges and aim to account for increased inland transport expenses while preserving service reliability and vendor capacity. Maersk further noted that the fuel fee, initially launched on 16 March 2026, will continue to undergo periodic review given the persistent instability in global energy markets.