The Congestion Destination Surcharge (CGD) will apply
to reefer shipments originating from Africa, Asia, Oceania, the Middle East and
the Indian subcontinent. The new
charge will take effect on all relevant sailings commencing from 5 October 2026
and applies specifically to refrigerated containers destined for Tema. Hapag-Lloyd did not provide further details
on the nature or extent of the congestion prompting the surcharge. The move adds another cost for shippers
moving temperature-sensitive cargo to Ghana’s main container gateway as the
carrier responds to conditions affecting cargo handling and delivery at the
port.