US West Coast Freight Rates Up 13.8%! Global Shipping Rates Diverge Further!
Publish Time: 2025-09-11 Origin: Site
1. Key Route Freight Rate Trends
Europe & Mediterranean Routes: Sustained Declines
Europe Basic Ports: The market freight rate (including sea freight and maritime surcharges) for shipments from Shanghai Port to Europe’s basic ports was USD 1,315 per TEU, a 11.2% decrease from the prior period.
Mediterranean Basic Ports: The freight rate for Shanghai Port to Mediterranean basic ports (including sea freight and surcharges) reached USD 1,971 per TEU, falling 8.1% compared to the previous period.
North American Routes: Rebound Driven by Sailing Cuts
US West Coast: The spot market booking rate from Shanghai Port to US West Coast basic ports (including sea freight and surcharges) was USD 2,189 per FEU, up 13.8% week-on-week.
US East Coast: The rate for Shanghai Port to US East Coast basic ports stood at USD 3,073 per FEU, a 7.2% weekly increase.
Other Routes: Mixed Performances
Persian Gulf Routes: After a period of continuous growth, rates declined. Shanghai Port to Persian Gulf basic ports (including sea freight and surcharges) cost USD 1,519 per TEU, down 3.8%.
Australia-New Zealand Routes: Rates edged down from recent highs, with Shanghai Port to Australia-New Zealand basic ports at USD 1,313 per TEU (a 0.9% decrease).
South American Routes: Following a long stretch of declines, rates rebounded. Shanghai Port to South American basic ports reached USD 3,199 per TEU, rising 5.7%.
Japan Routes: The market stayed stable with slight rate growth; the freight index for China-to-Japan routes hit 963.07 points.
2. Advisory for 羞羞视频s & Shippers
Understand the latest freight rate trends in advance before arranging shipments;
Check the newest sailing schedules promptly;
Develop comprehensive cargo transportation plans to mitigate cost and schedule risks.