Customer Advisories

Emergency Inland Fuel Premium (IFP) Implementation - Europe

March 17, 2026

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[Updated Mar 19th, 2026 to include UK rail and Greece tariff]
[Updated Mar 25th, 2026 to include rail and barge transportation mode tariff]
[Updated Apr 2nd, 2026 to include updated percentage]
[Updated Apr 23rd, 2026 to include updated percentage in blue]

Dear Valued Customer,

The evolving security situation in the Middle East continues to pose significant challenges, affecting logistics operations and customer supply chains. Recent developments in the region including the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz have had a substantial impact on fuel availability and distribution worldwide. Many refineries are also operating at reduced capacity, limiting export volumes and causing substantial disruptions in global fuel supply chains.

To safeguard cargo integrity and maintain the stability of our network, Ocean Network Express (ONE) will implement an Emergency Inland Fuel Premium (IFP) for Carrier Haulage transport. The IFP will be calculated as a percentage of the haulage rate and is applicable across all trades.

Details of the applicable countries and effective period are provided below:

Effective Date:
Non-FMC
24th March 2026:     Non Regulated trades
1st Apr 2026:             UK Direct Truck, Rail, Rail combined
8th Apr 2026:            Direct truck (AT, BE, CZ, FR-RTM/ANR, FR-LEH, FR-FOS, DE-RTM/ANR, DE-HAM/BRV, HU, IE, IT, LU, NL, PL, PT, SK, ZA, ES-ALG, CH, TR)
                                    Rail, Rail combined (FR-RTM/ANR, DE-RTM/ANR, IT, LU, PL)
                                    Barge, Barge Combined (FR-LEH, FR-FOS, NL)
24th Apr 2026:          Direct truck, Rail, Rail combined (ES)


FMC
16th April 2026:         Regulated trades*
(*United States, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, Guam, Saipan, Hawaii), Canada   
18th April 2026:         Greece, UK(Rail combined)
19th April 2026:         Rail only (AT, CH, CZ, DE, ES, FR, HU, IT, NL, PL, PT, SE, SK)
                                    Barge only (BE, DE, FR)    
1st May 2026:             Direct truck (AT, BE, CZ, FR-RTM/ANR, FR-LEH, FR-FOS, DE-RTM/ANR, DE-HAM/BRV, HU, IE, IT, LU, NL, PL, PT, SK, ZA, ES-ALG, CH, TR)
                                    Rail, Rail combined (FR-RTM/ANR, DE-RTM/ANR, IT, LU, PL)
                                    Barge, Barge Combined (FR-LEH, FR-FOS, NL)
22nd May 2026:        Direct truck, Rail, Rail combined (ES)

Please refer to the table below for the specific IFP percentages by country and applicable transport mode:

CountryMode of TransportPercentage
Austria
Direct truck12%
Rail, Rail combined3%
BelgiumDirect truck9%
Barge, Barge Combined5%
Czech RepDirect truck9%
Rail, Rail combined5%
DenmarkDirect truck10%
EgyptDirect truck5%
France via RTM/ANRDirect truck9%
Barge, Barge Combined5%
Rail, Rail combined4%
France via LEHDirect truck8%
Barge, Barge Combined3%
Rail, Rail combined3%
France via FOSDirect truck8%
Barge, Barge Combined3%
Rail, Rail combined3%
Germany via RTM/ANRDirect truck9%
Barge, Barge Combined5%
Rail, Rail combined5%
Germany via HAM/BRVDirect truck12%
Rail, Rail combined5%
GreeceDirect truck8%
HungaryDirect truck12%
Rail, Rail combined3%
IrelandDirect truck7%
ItalyDirect truck5%
Rail, Rail combined2.5%
LuxembourgDirect truck9%
Rail, Rail combined2.5%
NetherlandsDirect truck9%
Barge, Barge Combined10%
Rail, Rail combined5%
PolandDirect truck18%
Rail, Rail combined6%
PortugalDirect truck7%
Rail, Rail combined4%
SlovakiaDirect truck12%
Rail, Rail combined5%
South AfricaDirect truck8%
Spain via ALGDirect truck15%
SpainDirect truck14%
Rail, Rail combined14%
SwedenDirect truck10%
Rail, Rail combined9.5%
SwitzerlandDirect truck9%
Rail, Rail combined5%
TurkeyDirect truck5%
United KingdomDirect truck14%
Rail, Rail combined14%

*Note: Given the volatility of the current energy market, further adjustments may be required as conditions evolve.

By implementing IFP, we are best placed to maintain network stability and ensure continuous service despite the heightened fuel market volatility. 

We understand the impact this situation may have on your business and remain ready to support your transportation needs. Should you have any questions or require clarification on specific shipments, please consult your local ONE representative. We appreciate your understanding, and remain committed to delivering consistent, reliable service during this challenging time.

Yours faithfully,
Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd.


For cargo to/from Europe/Mediterranean:

Latest Basic Ocean Freight rates, Bunker Related Charges, THCs (origin or destination), Security Related charges, Peak Season Surcharges (if applicable) can be accessible at our website:

https://eua.one-line.com/standard-page/europe-fak-ocean-tariff
https://ecomm.one-line.com/one-ecom/prices/surcharge-search
https://eua.one-line.com/standard-page/eua-local-surcharges 

Other charges such as local charges and contingency charges may apply.