Please find the 1st Quarter (2026)revised EU ETS levels, which were incorporated with the New Fuel EU surcharge at the beginning of 2025.

The new Fuel EU Maritime legislation (EU Directive (EU) 2023/959) requires carriers to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2%.  Grimaldi will use alternative biofuels to meet our commitments under the new regulations.  Such fuels carry a premium which is reflected in our revised surcharge.  Both components will be monitored, and this new combined environmental surcharge will be updated quarterly.

Surcharge covers all voyages bound to / from Europe and for all cargo types;

The EU ETS & EU Fuel surcharges specified above will be in effect from Jan 1st to 31st Mar 2026.

We are in receipt of below Mandatory Compliance Notice from the Sierra Leone Port and Harbours Authority, and as below, we remind customers of the importance of 100% accurate seal information.

Please ensure that you and your customers understand that Grimaldi Group accepts no liability for any additional costs and/or fines due to failure to provide correct seal information any such costs will be passed back to Shippers.

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Mandatory Compliance Notice – Handling of Containers Arriving Without Seals

Dear All,

The Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA) has observed an increasing number of containers arriving at our Port without seals, with damaged or tampered seals, or with seal numbers that do not match the documentation. As you are aware, ports worldwide face heightened security and safety risks, making strict adherence to international best practices essential to safeguarding operations and national security.

SLPHA wishes to draw your immediate attention to an important operational and security directive regarding the handling of such containers.

Effective immediately, please be advised:

1. Non-Discharge of Unsealed Containers:
   Any container arriving without a seal, with a broken seal, or with a seal number that does not match the manifest will not be discharged.
2. Conditional Discharge Requirements:
   Should a shipping line request discharge of such a container, the following conditions must be met:
   • The container will remain onboard until a joint inspection is conducted by SLPHA, Customs, Port Security, the Terminal Operator, and the Shipping Line representative.
   • The shipping line must provide a written statement accepting full responsibility for the missing or broken seal and any issues arising from the inspection.
   • A penalty fee of USD 15,000 will be imposed on the shipping line for each container arriving without an intact seal prior to discharge. This fee must be paid in full to the SLPHA account before discharge authorization.
3. Liability:
   Shipping lines will be held fully liable for any cargo discrepancies, damages, or prohibited items discovered during investigations.
4. Next Steps:
   SLPHA and Customs will determine the appropriate course of action, which may include:
   • Supervised discharge
   • Full physical examination
   • Re-sealing
   • Re-exportation of the container
5. Additional Costs:
   Any additional costs or administrative charges resulting from seal discrepancies will be charged to the responsible shipping line.

This policy is essential to maintain the integrity of cargo at our Port, ensure compliance with global security standards, and minimize operational and reputational risks for all stakeholders.

For further clarification, please contact the SLPHA Port Operations Department.

We sincerely appreciate your cooperation and continued partnership.

Yankuba Askia Bio.

Director General

Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority

Queen Elizabeth II Quay, PMB 386

Cline Town, Freetown-Sierra Leone

Mobile: +232 (76) 343733

Secured Email: ybio@slpa.sl

Personal Email: yankubamc@yahoo.com

Grande Istanbul: Grimaldi’s new car carrier christened and delivered

Another ammonia-ready vessel joins the Italian Group’s fleet to strengthen its vehicle transport services. Her maiden voyage on the regular East Asia–Persian Gulf service will begin shortly.

On 28 November in Shanghai, the christening and delivery ceremony of the Grande Istanbul was held. Ordered from the SWS (Shanghai Waigaoquiao Shipbuilding Company Limited) and CSTC (China Shipbuilding Trading Company Limited) shipyards – both part of China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC) – this is the sixth ammonia-ready Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC) of the Grimaldi Group.

With a length of 200 meters, a beam of 38 meters, and a gross tonnage of approximately 77,500 tons, the Grande Istanbul has been designed for the efficient transport of vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans, etc.), both electric and powered by traditional fuels, as well as any other type of rolling cargo. The vessel has a loading capacity of 9,241 CEU (Car Equivalent Units), with four decks also capable of carrying other rolling cargo, including heavy loads of up to 250 tons and as high as 6.5 meters.

Attending the christening and delivery ceremony were, among others, Zhang Wei, Vice President of SWS, Luigi Pacella Grimaldi, Automotive Intercontinental Director of the Grimaldi Group, and representatives of SANY, a Chinese producer of heavy machinery and equipment for construction, mining, infrastructure and other industries, which relies on the Grimaldi Group’s transport services from China to various ports in Africa, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Persian Gulf. As evidence of an increasingly solid and significant partnership, Chunyan Yuan, Vice President of SANY Group, attended the event as the godmother of the Grande Istanbul.

The new vessel is already ready for her maiden voyage on the Grimaldi Group’s regular East Asia–Persian Gulf service. In the coming days, from the Chinese ports of Taicang and Ningbo, over 2,000 cars, around 1,000 vans and 4,800 linear metres of other rolling cargo (including cranes, trailers, trucks, excavators and breakbulk cargo) will be shipped to Jebel Ali, in the United Arab Emirates.

“We are proud that our investments in new vessels are translating into enhanced services and value for customers like SANY, with whom we continue to grow, driven by efficiency and sustainability,” said Emanuele Grimaldi, Managing Director of the Grimaldi Group. “With large, modern, and environmentally friendly units like the Grande Istanbul, we are making a concrete contribution to the development of key trades such as those to and from Asia, responding to the growing demand for reliable and high-quality connections.”

 Grande Istanbul

The name Grande Istanbul pays tribute to one of Turkey’s major cities. For years, the Grimaldi Group’s vessels have been calling at various Turkish ports (Ambarli, Autoport, Derince, Gemlik, Izmir, and Yenikoy) as part of regular services dedicated to the transport of vehicles and other rolling cargo in the Mediterranean and to/from Northern Europe.

The vessel is equipped with a state-of-the-art electronic engine, which offers one of the lowest specific fuel consumptions in its class and complies with the most stringent international limits for CO₂, NOx, and SOx emissions.

In particular, thanks to her size – which maximizes loading capacity – proven ship design, innovative features, and state-of-the-art systems, the Grande Istanbul reduces the CO₂ emissions index per transported cargo by up to 50% compared to previous-generation PCTC vessels.

Additionally, the Grande Istanbul has received the “Ammonia Ready” class notation from RINA (Italian Naval Register), certifying that she can be converted in the future to use ammonia as a zero-carbon alternative fuel. She is also equipped for shore power supply during berthing (cold ironing), which, where available, provides a green alternative to the use of traditional fuels while docked in port.

Thanks to the deployment of four latest-generation con-ro vessels (including G5-class ships), there are now departures every fifteen days from the Chinese ports of Ningbo and Taicang–Shanghai to Durban, and then from there to Lagos.

The transit time offered by the Grimaldi Group from China to Durban is the best on the market: only 18 days. Equally advantageous is the transit time between the South African port and Lagos—just nine days. Durban has therefore become a crucial hub for national trade flows, both for imports from China and exports to West Africa.

And that’s not all: through transshipment at the PTML terminal in Lagos—the largest ro-ro terminal in West Africa, owned by the Grimaldi Group—cargo originating from China and South Africa can continue its journey with fast and frequent connections to major West African ports, including Abidjan, Tema, Douala, Dakar and Casablanca, as well as to South America, notably the Brazilian ports of Santos and Paranaguá.

This new ammonia-ready car carrier is ready to begin her maiden voyage on the Group’s Asia-Europe service, transporting thousands of cars and other rolling cargo.

On 22 October, the port of Shanghai hosted a special ceremony for the official naming and delivery of the Grimaldi Group’s latest vessel, the Grande Melbourne. This is the third of a series of seven cutting-edge, ammonia-ready Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC) ships commissioned to Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Company Limited (SWS) and China Shipbuilding Trading Company Limited (CSTC), both subsidiaries of China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC).

With a length of 200 meters, a beam of 38 meters, and a gross tonnage of approximately 77,500 tons, the Grande Melbourne has been designed for efficient transport of vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans, etc.), both electric and powered by traditional fuels, as well as any other type of rolling cargo. Specifically, she has a loading capacity of 9,241 CEU (Car Equivalent Units), with four decks also capable of carrying other rolling cargo, including heavy loads of up to 250 tons and as high as 6.5 meters.

Participants in the vessel’s naming and delivery ceremony event included, among others, Xu Sha, Deputy General Manager of SWS, Luigi Pacella Grimaldi, Automotive Intercontinental Director of the Grimaldi Group, representatives from the world-leading provider of inland transport solutions Scania and Xu Huayan, Director of Shanghai Haitong International Automotive Terminal Co.,Ltd. As a sign of the strong cooperation between the Grimaldi Group and Shanghai Haitong International Automotive Terminal, Xu Huayan acted as the godmother of the Grande Melbourne.

“Our new-generation PCTCs are setting a new standard in the global transport of vehicles across key global routes, especially those connecting Asia to the rest of the world”, stated Grimaldi Group Managing Director Emanuele Grimaldi. “Once again, we thank SWS for the excellent job made in the construction of the Grande Melbourne and her sister vessels. We are also deeply grateful to our long-standing customers like Scania, who keep appreciating our commitment to delivering increasingly efficient transport services worldwide”.

As part of her maiden voyage on the Grimaldi Group’s Asia-Europe service, the Grande Melbourne is scheduled to depart from Asia later this month, following cargo operations in China – at the ports of Taicang and Xiaomo – and in Thailand, at Laem Chabang. On board, she will carry around 5,900 cars and 800 linear meters of rolling cargo (wheel loaders, excavators, tractors, buses) bound for Northern Europe.

After calling at several ports in Northern Europe and the Mediterranean – including Southampton, Antwerp, Wilhelmshaven, Bremerhaven, Setubal, and Tanger Med – the vessel will continue her voyage towards Reunion, India and the Persian Gulf, before reaching Taiwan and returning to China.

More about the Grande Melbourne

The latest addition to the Grimaldi Group’s fleet is named after the city of Melbourne, Australia. Since 2023, this port is part of the regular monthly service dedicated to the transport of rolling cargo from Europe to Oceania.

The vessel is equipped with a state-of-the-art electronic engine, which offers one of the lowest specific fuel consumptions in its class and complies with the most stringent international limits for CO₂, NOx, and SOx emissions.

In particular, thanks to her size – which maximizes loading capacity – proven ship design, innovative features, and state-of-the-art systems, the Grande Melbourne reduces the CO₂ emissions index per transported cargo by up to 50% compared to previous-generation PCTC vessels.

Additionally, she has received the “Ammonia Ready” class notation from RINA (Italian Naval Register), certifying that she can be converted in the future to use ammonia as a zero-carbon alternative fuel. She is also equipped for shore power supply during berthing (cold ironing), which, where available, provides a green alternative to the use of traditional fuels while docked in port.

Naples, 22 October 2025 – China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping (Haina Cang) and the Grimaldi Group (Naples) — two leading and well-recognized companies operating in multimodal logistics, Ro-Ro, and Car Carrier shipping — have signed a Cooperation Framework Agreement with the shared goal of creating greater value for their customers.

This strategic partnership leverages the strong complementarity between the two companies and envisions multiple areas of collaboration, ranging from operational synergies to network integration.

Through this cooperation, customers will benefit from increased loading capacity, optimized resources, enhanced land logistics, and a more extensive and efficient service network.

This cooperation can rely on a longstanding tradition and experience in the Chinese and European markets as well as a very widespread distribution network in the Euro-Mediterranean area in order to ensure emerging exports from China a unique competitive advantage.

China Merchants Shenzhen RoRo Shipping and the Grimaldi Group reaffirm their joint commitment to innovation, reliability, and sustainable growth in the global logistics and maritime transport sectors.

The Grande Shanghai’s maiden voyage strengthens East Asia–East Africa trade links

The Grande Shanghai, one of the Grimaldi Group’s next-generation pure car and truck carriers (PCTC), has successfully completed her maiden voyage as part of the recently launched East Asia–East Africa service. The vessel’s inaugural journey marks a significant milestone in regional logistics and maritime sustainability, connecting key ports across continents with greener, more efficient transport solutions.

Days after her delivery, in early September 2025 the Grande Shanghai departed from the Chinese port of Taicang, loaded with 7,000 linear metres of brand-new rolling cargo, including trucks, trailers, buses, tractors, agricultural machinery and commercial vehicles. The vessel’s route included two strategic ports on the East African coast — Mombasa (Kenya) and Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) — as part of a dedicated service launched by the Grimaldi Group in June 2025.

Acting as the shipping company’s agent in Kenya and Tanzania, local logistics partner Nisomar smoothly and effectively coordinated the unloading of thousands of vehicles as well as port agency services, customs and inland transport in both Mombasa and Dar es Salaam.

First-ever call at Mombasa Port

On 19 September, the Grande Shanghai made her first-ever call at the Port of Mombasa. Upon arrival at Ro-Ro Multipurpose Berth 1, the vessel was welcomed by the Managing Director of the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Capt. William Ruto, along with the Harbour Master Capt. Patrick Onyango and senior port officials. The vessel was guided into berth by KPA Marine Pilot Capt. Joshua Musee Nguku, using her own advanced bow thrusters.

The port community warmly welcomed Grimaldi’s eco-friendly vessel, reinforcing the collective move towards more sustainable and environmentally conscious maritime operations.

The ceremony included the presentation of a traditional Certificate of First Call and a commemorative plaque to the ship’s Master Capt. Giovanni Battista Raccuglia. This moment celebrated not just the arrival of the vessel, but a shared vision for Mombasa’s transformation into a regional maritime hub in line with global green shipping standards.

Measuring 220 metres in length with a beam of 38 metres, the Grande Shanghai is one of the 17 ammonia-ready vessels designed and ordered by the Grimaldi Group to meet global decarbonization goals. With a capacity of 9,000 CEU (Car Equivalent Units) available for both electric vehicles and those powered by fossil fuels, she incorporates cutting-edge green technologies such as solar panels, high-capacity lithium batteries, cold ironing readiness, drag-reducing hull coatings and low-emission engines.

Meanwhile, as part of its 2024–2028 Green Port Policy, KPA is also investing in complementary infrastructure such as shore power connections, renewable energy sources and low-emission cargo handling equipment — all compatible with the Grande Shanghai’s sustainable profile.

Nisomar expressed its pride in having supported Grimaldi Lines in successfully handling its first vessel call in Mombasa, marking a key step in their operational goals. This collaboration not only reflects a shared commitment to efficiency and excellence but also complements the growing green initiatives in the port. The shared aim is to pursue a course towards a cleaner, greener and smarter future for shipping.

Continued success at Dar es Salaam

Following Mombasa, on 21 September the Grande Shanghai made her first call at Dar es Salaam Port, where she docked at the Ro-Ro terminal with operational support from the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) and transport and logistics operator DP World.

The port call was marked by a formal reception attended, among others, by Dar es Salaam Port Director Gallus Abed, representing TPA, and DP World Tanzania Corporate Affairs Manager Elitunu Mallamia. In their speeches, both commended the Grimaldi Group for choosing to serve the Dar es Salaam corridor, recognizing the strategic importance of this service. Representatives of the Grimaldi Group were also present, headed by Girolamo Carignani, Head of Quality Control.

Notably, the Grande Shanghai is the largest Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC) ever to dock at the port — a milestone that highlights the growing capabilities of Dar es Salaam’s port infrastructure and its readiness to accommodate increasingly large and modern vessels.

This event also reflects the Grimaldi Group’s commitment to supporting the vigorous economic growth of Tanzania, which has one of Africa’s fastest developing economies. By enhancing maritime connectivity and offering efficient, sustainable transport solutions, the Group contributes to the development of regional trade and logistics, in line with the country’s ambition to become a key gateway for East and Southern Africa.

A shared vision for sustainable supply chains

The Grande Shanghai’s maiden voyage represents more than just a successful logistical operation. It is a statement of intent: the goals are to deepen trade integration, accelerate sustainable transport and position East African ports as critical hubs in the global supply chain.

The voyage also highlights the value of cross-sector partnerships — with the Grimaldi Group, Nisomar Group and local port authorities working together to enhance regional capabilities.

From Taicang to Mombasa to Dar es Salaam, the journey of the Grande Shanghai is not just a route — it is a roadmap for the future of maritime trade.

Brand-new electric buses from China to Uruguay on Grimaldi vessels

On 2^nd October, the arrival of the Grimaldi Group’s vessel Grande Nigeria at the port of Montevideo marked a significant step forward for sustainable mobility in Uruguay. 50 brand-new BYD electric buses were unloaded from the vessel, ready to enter service and help modernize the country’s transport system.

The voyage of this important cargo began in late July, when the buses were loaded onto the Grimaldi Group’s vessel Great Casablanca at the Chinese port of Taicang. They were subsequently transshipped in Lagos and Paranaguá before reaching their final destination.

The arrival of the new electric buses at Montevideo was celebrated in the presence of several distinguished representatives from the Uruguayan Government and port authorities. Among them were the Minister of Transport and Public Works Lucía Etcheverry and the Deputy Minister Claudia Peris, the President of ANP (Administración Nacional de Puertos) Pablo Genta, Vice President Constante Mendiondo and Director Jorge Gandini, the Captain of the Port of Montevideo Carlos Varela and its Navy Prefect, Capt. Nestor Lemos, as well as Juan Salgado, the President of Cutcsa – the main public transport company in Montevideo, which will operate the new buses. Also in attendance were representatives from the Chinese vehicle manufacturer BYD, freight forwarder ULG Logistics, the Grimaldi Group, and its local agent KMA Uruguay.

For over 25 years, the Grimaldi Group has operated a regular monthly service to the Port of Montevideo with its multipurpose vessels, using it as a strategic hub for cargo bound for Paraguay. Through its extensive global maritime network, the Company continues to support innovation and sustainable development throughout the region.

24 September 2025 – The Grimaldi Group has today welcomed the Grande Svezia into its fleet, the second in a series of ten next-generation PCTC (Pure Car & Truck Carrier) vessels under construction at China Merchants Heavy Industries Jiangsu, and the 4th of 17 of her type ordered by Grimaldi Group.

Measuring 220 meters in length and 38 meters in width, with a gross tonnage of 91,611 tons and a service speed of 18 knots, the Grande Svezia can carry up to 9,000 CEU (Car Equivalent Units) across 14 decks. Like her sister ship Grande Shanghai, delivered less than a month ago, the vessel is designed to transport both electric and combustion engine vehicles.

The Grande Svezia is equipped with an array of advanced green technologies. It is the fourth “Ammonia Ready” ship in the Group’s fleet, designed for future conversion to ammonia as a carbon-free alternative fuel. During port calls, the vessel can achieve zero emissions thanks to its 5 MWh lithium battery system and cold ironing capability, allowing it to draw electricity directly from shore where facilities are available.

Other energy-efficiency features include 2,500 square meters of solar panels, silicone-based hull coatings to reduce drag, and smart systems for ventilation and climate control. Its electronically controlled main engine is fitted with state-of-the-art exhaust gas treatment systems to cut sulphur oxides (SOx) and particulate matter (PM), while a selective catalytic reduction system keeps nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions within IMO Tier III limits.

Additional innovations to minimize environmental impact include an Air Lubrication System, an optimized hull design, and an innovative “gate rudder” – installed for the first time on PCTC vessels – consisting of two foil-shaped blades positioned on either side of the propeller, enhances both propulsion efficiency and manoeuvrability.

Built to the highest sustainability and comfort standards, the Grande Svezia has been awarded Green Plus, Green Star 3, Comfort Vibration, and Comfort Noise Port class notations. Compared with earlier-generation car carriers, the Grande Svezia delivers up to 50% lower fuel consumption.

The ship is named after Sweden, a country that the Grimaldi Group has been serving regularly for over three decades and where it operates the nation’s only private port, located in Wallhamn.

“With the arrival of the Grande Svezia, we further consolidate our role as a leader in sustainable maritime transport,” said Emanuele Grimaldi, Managing Director of Grimaldi Group. “This investment reflects our commitment to supporting the global automotive industry with vessels that are ever more advanced, efficient, and with a reduced environmental footprint.”

In the next few days, the Grande Svezia will make her maiden voyage on the East Asia–Persian Gulf service, a key trade lane for the automotive and industrial sectors. Departing from the Chinese ports of Taicang and Lianyungang, the vessel is expected to loaded 3,100 vehicles and 5,800 linear meters of rolling cargo, including buses, trucks, excavators, and trailers, with destination Persian Gulf markets.

Welcome the Grande Auckland 

During this morning the 10th September in Shanghai, the Grimaldi Group took delivery of the Grande Auckland, the second of seven PCTC (Pure Car & Truck Carrier) units commissioned by the Group from Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Company Limited (SWS) and China Shipbuilding Trading Company Limited (CSTC) – two companies part of China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC).

The name of this new ship is a tribute to the city of Auckland, New Zealand, which since 2023 has been regularly served, on a monthly basis, by Grimaldi vessels arriving from Europe.

The Grande Auckland will make her maiden voyage on the Asia–Europe service, where she will remain deployed throughout 2025. The vessel will depart from Shanghai and Lianyungang carrying 4,900 vehicles and 3,300 linear meters of rolling cargo (buses, trucks, excavators, trailers) and will call at Agadir and Tanger Med (Morocco), Vigo (Spain), Antwerp (Belgium), and Southampton (UK). From Northern Europe, she will head back to Asia, with calls in La Réunion (French overseas department in the Indian Ocean), then Yokohama and Toyohashi (Japan), and finally Masan (South Korea).

With a length of 200 meters, a beam of 38 meters, and a gross tonnage of around 77,500 tons, the Grande Auckland has been designed for the transport of vehicles — cars, SUVs, vans, both electric and powered by traditional fuels — as well as other types of rolling cargo. The vessel offers a loading capacity of 9,241 CEU (Car Equivalent Unit) and is equipped with four decks suitable for the transport of large rolling units, including heavy loads of up to 250 tons and a maximum height of 6.5 meters.

Her innovative MAN B&W 7S60 ME-C10.6-HPSCR TIER II–TIER III electronic engine ensures one of the lowest specific fuel consumption rates in her class and complies with the most stringent environmental regulations regarding CO₂, NOx, and SOx emissions.

In particular, thanks to her optimized dimensions that maximize loading capacity, a proven ship design, cutting-edge technologies and next-generation systems, the Grande Auckland significantly reduces the CO₂ emission index per transported cargo — by up to 50% compared to previous-generation PCTC vessels.

Furthermore, the vessel has been awarded the Ammonia Ready class notation by RINA (Italian Naval Register), certifying that she can be converted in the future to use ammonia as a zero-carbon alternative fuel. She is also designed for cold ironing, meaning she can be powered by shore-side electricity while docked in port — a green alternative to using traditional marine fuels, where such infrastructure is available.

The Grimaldi Group have so far taken delivery in the past few months of 3 Ammonia Ready PCTC’s and still has 14 more Ammonia Ready PCTC vessels on order, to be delivered between 2025 and 2027, which will further strengthen maritime connections with the Asian market.

Please find the 3rd Quarter revised EU ETS levels, which were incorporated with the New Fuel EU surcharge at the beginning of 2025.

The new Fuel EU Maritime legislation (EU Directive (EU) 2023/959) requires carriers to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2%.  Grimaldi will use alternative biofuels to meet our commitments under the new regulations.  Such fuels carry a premium which is reflected in our revised surcharge.  Both components will be monitored, and this new combined environmental surcharge will be updated quarterly.

Surcharge covers all voyages bound to / from Europe and for all cargo types;

The EU ETS & EU Fuel surcharges specified above will be in effect from Oct 1st to Dec 31st 2025.
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Charges are applicable on all Grimaldi trades and should be clarified before engaging in any bookings or quote offers to your shippers.

If you have any questions, please contact your local Grimaldi commercial office.

Due to increased operational costs impacting our service into Freetown for RORO cargoes, Grimaldi have been compelled to review the present level of RORO rates from both the N.Continent of Europe and the UK to Freetown.

As such and with effect from the 15^th Sept new Rates covering RORO shipments will come into force.

To find out details of the new RORO tariff for Freetown please contact your local Grimaldi commercial office.