Today we received the first GRI announcement for  Oct. 1st, 2014 on the Transatlantic westbound Trade.

Here the details:

 

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We would like to inform you that Yand Ming has filed the following General Rate Increase in Trans-Atlantic westbound tariff:

 

Effective October 1, 2014, the GRI of $ 250 per 20ft and $ 350 per 40ft will be applicable on all westbound shipments and all container types from European Base Ports and Arbitrary Ports to the USA.  (ex NCP base ports and arbitrary ports to USEC)

 

This increase will be essential to maintain the quality service and schedule reliability that our customers expect from us.

 

We take this opportunity to thank you once again for your support and understanding.

 

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