Trucking Fuel Update:
As most people will be aware from news coverage over the past couple of weeks, diesel fuel prices are increasing almost on a daily basis.
GPSM recently increased our trucking fuel rates at the time the price for diesel was $ 1.65/litre, that price has now increased to +$ 2.00/litre in the last week mainly as a result of the war in Ukraine and the ban on Russian oil supplies.
As echoed by our interstate and local trucking partners, regrettably we are left with no alternative but to increase the fuel levy to a minimum of 20% effective immediately.
We hope the fuel price will remain steady and warn we may need to adjust the levy further is costs continue to escalate.
The new fuel levies will be adjusted to the GPSM rates page asap.
Global Trucking:
Our partners in Poland, Czech Republic, Western Europe and UK have all advised this week that inland trucking costs are due to increase in these countries as overall there is now a shortage of drivers as many drivers have returned to Ukraine and Poland.
Ukrainian drivers make up a large percentage of drivers throughout Europe/UK.
Diesel fuel costs across UK/Europe are also escalating quickly.
Empty Container De-Hire:
Just a reminder that GPSM require 48 hours’ notice from clients for collection of empty containers left on site.
We have seen many clients failing to advise when containers are empty that leads to a last day rush to de-hire the equipment before detention commences.
Please be aware that empty container parks do not extend hours and that we require time slots for re-delivery, obtaining same at the last minute is almost impossible.
Do not hesitate to contact our Transport Team if you need any further assistance on notifying us of empty equipment collections.