Fuel surcharge

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LOG-000126",
  "term": "Fuel surcharge",
  "field": "Logistics and supply chain",
  "definition": "An additional fee applied to transportation costs by carriers to account for fluctuations in fuel prices. This surcharge is typically calculated as a percentage of the base freight rate or a fixed amount per mile or kilogram. It is a common practice in trucking, shipping, and air cargo industries to mitigate the impact of volatile energy markets.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/logistics/fuel-surcharge/"
}