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We are writing to update you on the ongoing supply chain disruptions linked to the current Middle East conflict and to outline how Mainfreight is positioned to support and protect your supply chain.

A brief update summarising recent MBIE insights shared with Mainfreight on New Zealand’s current fuel market, including petrol and diesel stock levels.

As a result of the conflict in the Persian Gulf and Middle East, the ocean carriers have begun implementing War Risk and Emergency Fuel surcharges. For the latest updates, click here.

Airfreight update outlining fuel‑driven rate increases, airline surcharges, and capacity pressures caused by ongoing geopolitical instability.

Update on fuel‑driven surcharge increases affecting ocean and air freight, including EFS introductions, policy variations, and ongoing market volatility.

With this release note we want to inform you about the changes that have been made with the Mainchain release of March 2026.

Summary of carrier announcements affecting Middle East trade, including new conflict surcharges and suspended seafreight services to multiple Gulf destinations.

As part of our commitment to keeping you informed, we want to update you on some important tariff changes being implemented in the United States. These developments may have implications for your shipments. Please click the link more information.

Severe winter weather is impacting much of North America, bringing heavy snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures that are already disrupting major transportation corridors and logistics networks. Click here to learn for real-time updates from our branches.