Maersk Will Update Intermodal Fuel Fees
The shipping company is adjusting its fuel surcharges for inland transport across parts of Europe starting this month.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Transportation
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Beginning 28 September 2026, Maersk will implement revised intermodal fuel fee levels for inland transport services in the DACH region, Benelux, and Poland. These surcharges, categorized under EFS and IFS codes, reflect the company's ongoing strategy to adjust for energy market fluctuations.
Why it matters
Maersk implemented these adjustments in response to rising energy prices and broader fuel supply uncertainty. The carrier maintains a policy of reviewing these surcharges bi-weekly to ensure they align with current market conditions.
Maersk conducts a review of its intermodal fuel fee every two weeks to account for shifting energy costs. The new surcharge rates will remain in effect from 28 September through 12 October 2026.
The players
Maersk
Maersk is a global integrated logistics company that manages complex supply chains and transport operations worldwide.
The details
The surcharge applies to IHI and IHE inland charges within the affected European territories. These adjustments are a continuation of the temporary fuel fee structure that has been in place since 16 March.
Timeline
The temporary intermodal fuel fee initially took effect on 16 March.
The revised fuel fee percentages will begin on 28 September 2026.
The new fee schedule will conclude on 12 October 2026.
Market Landscape
This adjustment follows the established pattern of periodic updates to the Maersk inland transport fuel surcharge index to manage volatile energy costs. It reflects a broader industry trend where logistics providers pass fluctuating energy expenses directly to inland shippers.
Customers utilizing inland transport services in the DACH region, Benelux, and Poland should prepare for potential changes to their logistics costs starting 28 September. Companies should review their supply chain budgets to account for the updated EFS and IFS surcharge codes.
The takeaway
Shippers operating within European logistics networks should anticipate continued price volatility as carriers react to shifting global energy markets. Keeping close watch on bi-weekly surcharge updates is essential for maintaining accurate transport budget projections.
Further reading
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