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Global Container Freight Rates Rebound After 13-Week Decline

15 October 2026
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Drewry’s global container rate gauge rose by about 3%, led by stronger Asia–Europe pricing.

Global spot container freight rates rebounded by about 3% after 13 consecutive weeks of decline. Shanghai–Rotterdam pricing increased 6% to $3,522 per 40-foot container, while Shanghai–Genoa rates rose 7% to $3,945 per FEU. The move marked the first clear recovery on major Asia–Europe lanes since early July.

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