Regional Container Lines (RCL) has announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) for cargo destined for and originating from the Middle East, Arabian Gulf, and Persian Gulf. This decision comes as the company continues to closely monitor the developing security situation around the Strait of Hormuz.

RCL stated that this measure is essential to preserve the integrity of its services, given the operational adjustments and network disruptions impacting regional shipping routes.

Effective March 2, 2026, the following rate increases will be implemented until further notice: USD 2,000 per 20GP container, USD 4,000 per 40HC container, and USD 4,000 per special equipment, which includes reefer, dangerous goods, and out-of-gauge cargo.

The surcharge will be the responsibility of the booking party and will apply to all bookings made from March 2, 2026. This includes shipments that have not yet been loaded, cargo currently in transit but not yet discharged, and shipments traveling to or from the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Iraq.