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:

• 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