Due to the cost of fuel, the fuel surcharge for the Port of Tacoma straddle carriers will be adjusted March 26 as follows:

  • The North Intermodal Yard lift surcharge will remain $0.77 per lift, effective March 29.
  • The gate charge Port-operated terminals surcharge will remain $0.77 per lift, effective March 29.
  • The straddle carrier rental surcharge will increase from $7.66 to $7.73 per hour, effective April 1.

These charges are based on fuel costs for Port of Tacoma straddle carriers between Feb. 16 and March 21. This will be reviewed again April 19, with notification April 23.