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19 August 2026

Pacific Forum Line updates BAF and EFAF for September

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Pacific Forum Line updates BAF and EFAF for September

Pacific Forum Line (PFL) has announced updated Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF/LSR) and Emergency Fuel Adjustment Factor (EFAF) levels for September 2026. The new rates cover PFL services and partner-operated services across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. PFL updates BAF rates For Australia-South Pacific and South Pacific-Australia trades, the BAF will be US$555 for a 20-foot dry container and US$1,100 for a 40-foot dry container . Reefer rates will be US$833 for 20-foot equipment and US$1,666 for 40-foot equipment. Lower levels apply between New Zealand and the South Pacific.

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