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3/31/2026 10:00:00 AM
Dear Valued Customer,We would like to update you that the previously announced special rate updates to the New Bunker Factor (NBF)(*) issued on March 9th, 2026 have been cancelled effective as of April 1st , 2026.Accordingly, the applicable NBF per trade listed below will be effective April 1st, 2026 and until further notice:
Trade Name(***)
Effective Date
New Bunker Factor (NBF)
Mediterranean (East & West) Black Sea and North Europe to/from North America & Central America & Caribbean & West Coast South America
April 1 st, 2026
$238/TEU
India Sub-Continent to Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe
April 1 st, 2026
$235/TEU
Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe to India Sub-Continent
April 1 st, 2026
$207/TEU
Far East (excluding China) to Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe
April 1 st, 2026
$513/TEU
China to Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe
April 1 st, 2026
$536/TEU
Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe to Far East
April 1 st, 2026
$187/TEU
Intra Mediterranean (East & West) & Black Sea
April 1 st, 2026
$146/TEU
North Europe and Baltic/Scand. to Mediterranean /Black Sea
April 1 st, 2026
$195/TEU
Mediterranean /Black Sea to North Europe and Baltic/Scand
April 1 st, 2026
$166/TEU
In addition, and due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its impact on global fuel prices, ZIM is implementing an Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS)(**) effective from the dates listed below and until further notice:
Trade
Effective Date
Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS)
US & Puerto Rico to Mediterranean (East & West) Black Sea and North Europe
April 22nd, 2026
$80/TEU
Canada & Central America & Caribbean & West Coast South America to Mediterranean (East & West) Black Sea and North Europe
April 1 st, 2026
$80/TEU
India Sub-Continent to Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe
April 1 st, 2026
$123/TEU
Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe to India Sub-Continent
April 1 st, 2026
$109/TEU
Mediterranean /Black Sea & Europe to Far East
April 1 st, 2026
$98/TEU
Intra Mediterranean (East & West) & Black Sea
April 1 st, 2026
$91/TEU
North Europe and Baltic/Scand. to Mediterranean /Black Sea
April 1 st, 2026
$144/TEU
Mediterranean /Black Sea to North Europe and Baltic/Scand.
April 1 st, 2026
$123/TEU
Above charges are additional to the applicable base freight charge, THC, special areas bunker charges, security and PSS related charges which are provided in ZIM's Tariff Calculator (U.S. trades are provided in www.boterates.com User: ZfreA6 Password: Access16!) as well as other charges for additional services, local charges and contingency charges.
For details regarding specific agreements, other commodities and other cargo types, such as reefer cargo, please approach our local office.For further details kindly visit our website ZIM.com or contact our local sales representative.
Sincerely,
ZIM Customer Service(*) The New Bunker Factor replaces all existing bunker charges, except bunker charges related to specific emission control areas (ECAs) as defined by IMO, EU, or other Governmental authorities and EFS. (**) These rates are unaffected by, and do not affect, any tariff notified, published or filed in accordance with any applicable local regulatory requirements. Specifically, trades subject to the US Shipping Act, China Maritime Regulations, or Korea Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, application is subject to the publication and effective date requirements of those statutes / regulations. Quotations or mitigation of published surcharges that vary from ZIM’s tariff shall not be binding unless included in a service contract or amendment that has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (“FMC”) or the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, as applicable Read More
3/19/2026 7:00:00 AM
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM) ("ZIM" or the "Company"), a global container liner shipping company, hereby updates that in connection with the dividend distribution expected to take place on March 26, 2026, as previously announced by the Company on March 9, 2026 (the "Dividend"), the previously obtained tax ruling from the Israeli Tax Authority ("ITA") on tax withholding procedures relating to the payment of the Dividend to the Company's shareholders (the "Ruling"), as extended, shall apply. As a result of the Ruling, certain shareholders of the Company ("Shareholders") may be eligible to a reduced Israeli withholding tax rate with respect to their share of this Dividend, in comparison to the generally applicable withholding tax rate (the "Reduced Withholding Tax Rate"), under certain terms and conditions as set forth below. The description provided below is not intended to constitute a complete analysis of withholding tax rate procedures relating to the Read More
3/17/2026 12:30:00 PM
ZIM continues its operations to and from Israel and is accepting bookings as usual.
Despite the war situation in Israel, all local terminals in both Ashdod and Haifa are functioning as usual, with some limitations on DG cargo that will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Service interruptions may occur on short notice due to safety guidelines dictated by Israeli authorities. In such cases, we will provide specific updates.
Given the recent war escalation, as well the overall geopolitical situation in the area, insurers have increased the war risk insurance premium imposed on all vessels calling Israeli ports, including ZIM’s vessels.
Consequently, in addition to ZIM’s previous customer advisory dated March 8th , 2026, ZIM War Risk Premium (WRP) surcharge for all cargo to and from Israel, will be updated to include the following service as follows, effective as of April 4th, 2026, and until further notice:
Line/Service
Updated War risk premium Surcharge
ZCA – Trade to/from US and Puerto Rico
$100/TEU
Above charges are additional to the applicable base freight charge, THC, bunker, security and PSS related charges which are provided in ZIM's Tariff Calculator (U.S. trades are provided in www.boterates.com User: ZfreA6 Password: Access16!) as well as other charges for additional services, local charges and contingency charges.
For further details kindly see our website www.zim.com or contact our local sales representative.
For details regarding specific agreements, other commodities and other cargo types, such as reefer cargo, please approach our local office.
ZIM is fully committed to ensuring a consistent and reliable service to and from Israel while taking all necessary measures to meet our customers' needs during these challenging times. The situation remains volatile at this time, and we will keep you updated on future developments.
(*) These rates are unaffected by, and do not affect, any tariff notified, published or filed in accordance with local regulatory requirements. For trades subject to the US Shipping Act or the China Maritime Regulations, application is subject to the publication and effective date requirements of those statutes / regulations. Quotations or mitigation of published surcharges that vary from ZIM’s tariff shall not be binding unless included in a service contract or amendment that has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (“FMC”) or the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, as applicable.
Sincerely, ZIM Customer Service Read More
3/9/2026 8:00:00 AM
ZIM continues its operations to and from Israel and is accepting bookings as usual.
ZIM continues its operations to and from Israel and is accepting bookings as usual. Despite the war situation in Israel, all local terminals in both Ashdod and Haifa are functioning as usual, with some limitations on DG cargo that will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Service interruptions may occur on short notice due to safety guidelines dictated by Israeli authorities. In such cases, we will provide specific updates.
Given the recent war escalation, as well the overall geopolitical situation in the area, insurers have increased the war risk insurance premium imposed on all vessels calling Israeli ports, including ZIM’s vessels.
Consequently, ZIM War Risk Premium (WRP) surcharge for all cargo to and from Israel, will be updated as follows, effective as of March 12th, 2026, and until further notice:
Line/Service
Updated War risk premium Surcharge
ZMP; LBX; WTX; ETX
$100/TEU
ZCA – all trades excluding US and Puerto Rico
$100/TEU
ZNI; ADX; TYR
$75/TEU
Above charges are additional to the applicable base freight charge, THC, bunker, security and PSS related charges which are provided in ZIM's Tariff Calculator (U.S. trades are provided in www.boterates.com User: ZfreA6 Password: Access16!) as well as other charges for additional services, local charges and contingency charges.
For further details kindly see our website www.zim.com or contact our local sales representative.
For details regarding specific agreements, other commodities and other cargo types, such as reefer cargo, please approach our local office.
ZIM is fully committed to ensuring a consistent and reliable service to and from Israel while taking all necessary measures to meet our customers' needs during these challenging times. The situation remains volatile at this time, and we will keep you updated on future developments.
(*) These rates are unaffected by, and do not affect, any tariff notified, published or filed in accordance with local regulatory requirements. For trades subject to the US Shipping Act or the China Maritime Regulations, application is subject to the publication and effective date requirements of those statutes / regulations. Quotations or mitigation of published surcharges that vary from ZIM’s tariff shall not be binding unless included in a service contract or amendment that has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (“FMC”) or the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, as applicable.
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07-Jul-2024
Emission Fee (NEF) charge update - August 1st 2024
Dear Valued Customer,The following are the updated New Emission Fee (NEF) levels effective from August 1st, 2024(*) till further notice, applying to FAK (Freight All Kind) cargo, in the trades as detailed below.The rates are listed below for your con…
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20-Jun-2024
Equipment Shortage Surcharge (ESS) from All West Med to All East Med & Black Sea ports
Dear Valued Customers,
We would like to update you that due to equipment shortage in the Mediterranean area and to continue our good and reliable services, ZIM is updating the Equipment shortage surcharge from All West Med to All East Med & Black…
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09-Jun-2024
Far East to East Med, West Med including Black Sea– Peak Season Surcharge June 15, 2024
Dear ZIM Customer,We would like to update you that due to current market conditions, ZIM is updating its Peak Season Surcharge (PIS) from Far East to East Med and West Med - including Black Sea ports*, effective as of June 15, 2024, until further not…
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13-Jun-2022
Dangerous Goods policy update
Dear Valued Customer,We wish to update that with the immediate effect, Hydrogen Peroxide Class 5.1 UNNO 2014 & 2015 will not be accepted for shipments in standard DV containers. The Hydrogen Peroxide Class 5.1 UNNO 2014 & 2015 will be accepte…
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28-Jun-2021
New Regulation for Import to Egypt
Dear Valued Customers,We have been advised regarding a new Egyptian Customs regulation named Advanced Cargo Information (ACI), which requires that the Egyptian Importer will register his expected shipment with the new Egyptian Customs system before t…
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01-Sep-2019
India Sea Cargo Manifest Regulation
Dear Valued Customers:
Indian Sea Cargo Manifest and Tran-shipment Regulations, 2018 (SCMTR) is already implemented in India.
As part of this new regulation, the Carrier is required to provide the final Import manifest (now called Arrival Manifest) t…
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