Fuel Charge May 2025

Due to current extreme trends, the surcharge will be adjusted weekly. Please check your local MOL Logistics offices for the actual surcharches. At this moment, the surcharge in the Netherlands is:

Bunker surcharge

Within ocean freight, a diesel surcharge also occurs. When fuel prices are subject to large price fluctuations, shipping companies charge what is known as a bunker surcharge, BAF (Bunker Adjustment Factor) or BUC (Bunker Contribution) to offset the risks of price fluctuations.

Hazardous goods and IMO surcharge

In case of dangerous goods, the shipper (that is, you) must provide a Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD). Based on this data, the shipping company or airline determines whether the goods can be accepted for transport. If this information is not provided on time or incorrectly, they may even refuse the cargo. So it is important to supply this complete and correct. In addition, the shipping company, port or airport may charge extra fees depending on the UN classified dangerous goods. This has to do with the extra handling required to schedule the goods at the terminal and on board the ship, truck or aircraft.