EOS Update Trade from Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, South Africa to US East and Gulf Coast

On 3 October 2024, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend their Master Contract until 15 January 2025. The ILA has suspended the work stoppage impacting US East and Gulf coast ports that began 1 October 2024. 

As a result, MSC will suspend the Emergency Operations Surcharge (EOS) applicable to shipments directed from Canada, Mexico, Bahamas and South Africa to USA East and Gulf Coasts, which was initially announced in MSC’s Customer Advisory as of 3 October 2024. 

This additional EOS will no longer apply. 

MSC remains committed to assist customers with any remaining disruptions due to the initial work stoppage. 

Should you have any questions, please contact your local MSC representatives in our global network of more than 675 offices.