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(6 articles)Bangkokmax Charter Rates Spike 18% as Vessel Supply Tightens
Bangkokmax-class vessels (1,600–1,900 teu), the workhorse of intra-Asia feeder services, are experiencing a sharp 18% rate increase over the past year, with daily rates now hovering near $32,000. This
Chinese Freight Rates Double in Six Months: Supply Chain Impact
Chinese freight rates have experienced a dramatic doubling over a six-month period, according to Ramps CEO, indicating significant structural pressure in the transpacific shipping market. This escalat
Freight Rates Surge 32% YoY as Spot Market Hits 2021 Highs
RXO's Curve freight index reveals a significant acceleration in spot rate inflation, with Q2 2024 posting a 32.4% year-over-year increase, more than doubling the Q1 growth rate of 16.5%. This marks th
AI Data Centers Create 'Capacity Tax' for Traditional Shippers
Artificial intelligence data center construction is creating an unprecedented structural imbalance in the freight market, particularly for specialized flatbed capacity. Hyperscalers, companies like th
Truckload rates set to climb through 2027, warns rate indicator
Industry forecasting indicators are signaling sustained upward pressure on truckload rates across both spot and contract markets through 2027, signaling a structural shift in US transportation economi
Vietnamese Exporters Hit Hard by Surging Freight Rates
Vietnamese exporters are facing mounting pressure as freight rates continue their upward trajectory, materially increasing the cost structure for shipments to major markets. This trend directly impact