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Regional Cost Recovery Surcharge - Trade from Europe to Middle East (UAE and Gulf)
28/09/2026
In response to sustained demand growth on the trade from Europe to the Middle East (UAE and Upper Gulf), MSC will introduce a Regional Cost Recovery (RCR) surcharge.
As from 01 October 2026 (booking date) until further notice, the RCR will be charged as follows:
- Containers 20’ / 40’ DRY USD 1000 per unit
- Containers 20’ / 40’ REEFER USD 2000 per unit
- Containers 20’ / 40’ Special (Upon Request)