The Peak Season Surcharge is effective for all cargo received from October 4th, 2026 through March 7th, 2027 and will be as follows:
Between the Continental U.S. or Canada and the British Virgin Islands, Leeward Islands, South America or Windward Islands
Between Canada and the Continental U.S. or Puerto Rico
| Equipment Type / Size | Peak Season Surcharge Effective 10/04/2026 |
| 20′ Dry Equipment | $250 |
| 20’ Refrigerated Equipment | $300 |
| 40’X Dry Equipment | $500 |
| 40’ X Refrigerated Equipment | $600 |
| Greater than 40’ Equipment | $563 |
| CWT | $0.62 |
| CFT | $0.31 |
| Vehicles not exceeding 700 cft | $250 |
| Breakbulk (ST/FT) | $12.50 |
| Vehicles exceeding 700 cft (ST/FT) | $12.50 |
| Barrel (each) | $4.69 |
| Pallet (each) | $25.00 |
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.