OOCL confirms US service continuity after fee suspension

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has confirmed the continuation of its full US service network following the suspension of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) port fee.

The one-year suspension stems from recent cooperative measures between the US and China to defer port fees on both sides.

Since the USTR Section 301 port fee came into effect on 14 October 2025, OOCL has maintained normal operations and complied with all regulatory requirements, including timely fee payments, ensuring service continuity across its US routes.

The carrier stated it will continue to operate in accordance with evolving trade policies while maintaining stable service levels during the suspension period.

In August, OOCL introduced a new Transpacific Latin Pacific 8 (TLP8) service to expand its Asia–Latin America network and improve direct connectivity between China and Mexico.

For more information:

Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) – https://www.oocl.com/eng/Pages/default.aspx