Sealand announced changes in Quebec Weight Levels for 2021 based on the Spring Thaw Period.

The Quebec Ministry of Transport has issued its regulations for the annual Spring Thaw Period. This restriction is placed by the local authorities to account for road network’s lower weight bearing capacity during the annual thaw period. The weight restrictions apply to all truck movement to and from Quebec.  To comply with the regulations – Maersk will implement the following maximum acceptable cargo weight restrictions:

  Dry Reefer Surcharge
20' Up to 47,900lbs Up to 46,000lbs NA
20' 47,901 - 53,000lbs 46,001 - 51,000lbs $390 USD
40' Up to 50,000lbs Up to 48,000lbs NA
40' 50,001 to 55,000lb 48,001 - 53,000lbs $390 USD

Weight restrictions are not limited to the total cargo weight in the container. Restrictions require proper weight distribution over the axles.

Thaw Period Dates

  • Zone 1: From Monday, March 8 (00:01) to Friday, May 7 (23:59)
  • Zone 2: From Monday, March 15 (00:01) to Friday, May 14 (23:59)
  • Zone 3: From Monday, March 22 (00: 01) to Friday, May 21 (23:59)