Leading global shipping companies, such as CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, and Cosco, have introduced additional charges for overweight containers originating from India. These surcharges aim to promote scalability and efficiency in the shipping industry. The move comes as carriers strive to optimise cargo handling and vessel capacity utilisation. Indian exporters now face the challenge of managing their cargo weight to avoid incurring these extra costs. The implementation of overweight box surcharges is expected to encourage shippers to adopt more sustainable and cost-effective practices when loading containers.