Hapag Lloyd suspends dangerous goods bookings for Red Sea

Hapag-Lloyd has announced an immediate suspension of all Dangerous Goods (DG) bookings for several major ports in the Red Sea. This measure responds directly to current security and operational constraints in the region. By stopping these bookings, the carrier aims to ensure the safety of its crews, vessels, and customer cargo during this volatile period.

Scope of the Suspension

The suspension remains in effect until further notice and covers both import and export bookings. The following ports are specifically affected by this decision:

• Sokhna, Egypt

• Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

• Aqaba, Jordan

Impact on Shippers

Because this policy applies with immediate effect, any new requests for DG cargo to or from these locations will not be accepted. Hapag-Lloyd’s operational teams are currently monitoring the regional situation closely to determine when it might be safe to resume these services.

Customers with existing shipments or those requiring further clarification should contact their local representative. The carrier has committed to providing timely updates as the situation evolves and as new developments occur.

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