Definitions #
The periodic increase in base ocean freight rates announced by shipping lines, usually on short notice.
Technical An adjustment in published tariffs by carriers, typically applied quarterly or seasonally, reflecting market demand and operational costs.
Example The carrier announced a general rate increase of $500 per twenty-foot container effective next month.
A standard industry practice of raising rates across many lanes at once.
Technical An umbrella rate amendment affecting most lanes, distinct from peak season surcharges, and subject to negotiation in contracts.
Etymology #
General from Latin generalis, meaning 'relating to all', rate from Latin rata (proportion), increase from Old French encreistre.
Collocations #
- announce a GRI 宣布运价上调
- GRI amount 上调幅度
- GRI effective date 生效日期
Real Business Examples #
- The carrier announced a general rate increase of $500 per twenty-foot container effective next month.
- Shippers rushed to book before the GRI took effect, causing a surge in bookings.
- The freight forwarder confirmed that the GRI would be applied to existing contracts unless otherwise negotiated.
Register & Variants #
- Register: formal
- BrE/AmE: 全球通用
Synonyms & Antonyms #
- Synonyms: rate hike, tariff increase
- Antonyms: rate reduction, general rate decrease
Common Errors #
- 把 GRI 和 Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) 混淆。 GRI 是基础运价上调，PSS 是旺季附加费，两者独立计收。
- 误以为 GRI 一定适用于所有合同。 合同条款可豁免，需检查服务合同条款。
Confusable Terms #
- Peak Season Surcharge vs General Rate Increase
- PSS 是旺季临时附加费，GRI 是整体运价上调。
Frequently Asked Questions
GRI 一般提前多久通知？?
视情况而定，通常提前一到两周，但可受市场影响。
如何应对 GRI？?
提前订舱、签订长约、关注生效日期。
Published: 2026-09-25 Category: Freight