Bunker Surcharge Decrease Announced for Shipments between Canada and the Dominican Republic

October 9, 2008 -- Due to current market trends that have resulted in lower crude oil prices, Tropical Shipping is now able to decrease the bunker surcharge, effective October 19, 2008.

The bunker surcharge decrease will apply to all shipments originating from or destined to Canada for the Dominican Republic.

Current Bunker	Decrease	New Bunker Effective 10/19/08
$345 per 20” Equipment	$25	$320
$674 per 40” Equipment	$50	$624

The bunker surcharge decrease will apply to all tariff and service contract shipments.

Tropical Shipping values its close relationships we have built with our customers throughout our more than 40-year history. We appreciate your cooperation during this time. For further information, please contact your local transportation consultant or the Canadian Customer Service Team at (506) 644-6300 or toll free from Canada at (866) 767-6576.

Complete contact listings, including telephone and fax numbers and email address information can be found 24/7/365 on our website on the Bookings and Customer Service page – found in the Contact area of our website.