Swire Shipping updates terminal handling charges across Europe

Swire Shipping has announced a revision of its Terminal Handling Charges (THC) across multiple European markets, following a review of costs associated with service provision.

The updated charges will apply to all cargo departing from or arriving in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Germany, France and Belgium, with an effective date of April 23, 2026.

Under the revised structure, rates vary by country and cargo type. In the United Kingdom, terminal handling charges are set at GBP 240 for standard containers and GBP 310 for reefer units. In Sweden, rates are SEK 1,855 for standard containers and SEK 2,550 for reefers, with out-of-gauge cargo priced at SEK 2,100.

In Spain, charges are set at EUR 265 for standard containers and EUR 380 for reefers, while in Italy rates stand at EUR 225 for standard units, EUR 315 for reefers and EUR 270 for out-of-gauge cargo.

For the Netherlands, terminal handling charges are set at EUR 240 for standard containers and EUR 335 for reefers. In Portugal, the rates are EUR 215 and EUR 305 respectively.

Germany will see charges of EUR 275 for standard containers and EUR 380 for reefers, while in France the rates are EUR 260 and EUR 365. In Belgium, terminal handling charges are set at EUR 260 for standard units and EUR 370 for reefers.

Swire Shipping noted that trade lanes regulated by the Federal Maritime Commission will remain subject to the applicable regulatory notice period.

The update reflects broader cost adjustments across the European terminal network, as carriers continue to align pricing with operational expenses.