Tropical Shipping Announces a Peak Season Surcharge Effective October 4th, 2026 through March 7th, 2027 Between Continental U.S. or Canada and the U.S. Virgin Islands

September 8, 2026

The Peak Season Surcharge is effective for all cargo received from October 4th, 2026 through March 7th, 2027 and will be as follows:

Between Continental U.S. or Canada and the U.S. Virgin Islands

Equipment Type / SizePeak Season Surcharge Effective 10/4/2026
20′ Dry Equipment$188
20’ Refrigerated Equipment$225
40’X Dry Equipment$376
40’ X Refrigerated Equipment$450
Greater than 40’ Equipment$423
CWT$0.48
CFT$0.24
Vehicles not exceeding 700 cft$188
Breakbulk (ST/FT)$9.40
Vehicles exceeding 700 cft (ST/FT)$9.40
Barrel (each)$3.53
Pallet (each)$18.80

Tropical Shipping values the close relationships we have built with our customers throughout our more than 60-year history. Thank you for choosing us as your carrier of choice to The Bahamas and the Caribbean. For further information, please contact your local sales representative or the Customer Service Team at 800-638-TROP (8767) or 561-881-3999.

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 www.tropical.com.