SeaRates assists you in finding, comparing, and requesting the best freight rates for any freight shipping route with innovative logistics solutions. We present to you the freight rates report for the Chinese market, presented by YQNLink, a member of the Digital Freight Alliance from China, for an overview of freight rates on international lines.
An overview of freight rates for transportation from China to various regions of the world, the market by major destinations, as well as the space and equipment needed for them, is provided below.
Overview of freight rates from China to different regions
Shipping from China to most regions is now characterized by stable demand and no supply chain problems. The statistical data illustrates the growth of freight rates in most cases. Check out the insights below for detailed information by region:
North America: The freight rates from China ports to western USA ports rose by 20% from last month. At the same time, ocean rates to eastern USA ports increased by 14,9% respectively, from the previous month. The space and equipment availability are normal.
Freight rates overview
China - North America
Source: YQNLink
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to North America.
| Ningbo - Tacoma | From $1000 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Los Angeles | From $1100 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - New York | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Yantian - Baltimore | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Yantian - Prince Rupert | From $900 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Savannah | From $1700 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until July 31, 2023.
South America: Freight rates for North America continue to show an upward trend due to an improvement in the supply-demand balance. The rates for South America base ports have increased by 4,7% compared to last month. The space and equipment were sufficient and normal to meet stable supply and demand.
Freight rates overview
China - South America
Source: YQNLink
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to South America.
| Ningbo - Guayaquil | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Santos | From $2200 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Cartagena | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Callao | From $1700 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Colon | From $1700 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Cartagena | From $2300 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until July 31, 2023.
Europe: Demand for cargo shipping is showing a downward trend this month. The freight rates for transportation from Chinese ports to European base ports have decreased by 3,8% compared to last month. In addition, the freight rate from China to MED base ports also, decreased by 7,7% from last month. The space and equipment were sufficient and normal.
Freight rates overview
China - Europe
Source: YQNLink
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to Europe.
| Ningbo - Istanbul | From $1700 | Check rates |
| Ningbo - Napoli | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Mersin | From $1600 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Genova | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Gemlik | From $1800 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - For Sur Mer | From $1400 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until July 31, 2023.
Africa: Freight rates for Africa ports are flat compared to last month. Also, space and equipment were sufficient and normal.
Freight rates overview
China - Africa
Source: YQNLink
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to Africa.
| Ningbo - Casablanca | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Beirut | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Dakar | From $2500 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Conakry | From $2600 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Apapa | From $2600 | Check rates |
| Ningbo - Djibouti | From $1400 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until July 31, 2023.
Middle East: Ocean rates from Chinese ports to the main Middle East ports, namely, Persian Gulf ports, were unchanged from the previous month. The space and equipment were sufficient and normal, as was the shipping demand.
Freight rates overview
China - Middle East
Source: YQNLink
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to the Middle East.
| Ningbo - Jeddah | From $1400 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Dammam | From $1000 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Aden | From $2000 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Jebel Ali | From $860 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Sharjah | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Jebel Ali | From $1000 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until July 31, 2023.
Asia: The freight rates from China to Australia and New Zealand base ports decreased by 4.4% from last month. Additionally, ocean rates from China to Japan base ports decreased slightly compared to last month. The space and equipment availability are normal.
Freight rates overview
China - Asia
Source: YQNLink
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to Asia.
| Shanghai - Karachi | From $1400 | Check rates |
| Ningbo - Nhava Sheva | From $500 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Jakarta | From $140 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Chennai | From $750 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Laem Chabang | From $61 | Check rates |
| Ningbo - Port Klang | From $130 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until July 31, 2023.
In the midst of summer, the trend of fluctuations in freight rates to different destinations continues. China continues to have a strong positive supply and demand situation.
The peak season mostly stimulates the growth of freight rates. At the same time, the increase in cargo flow allows for savings on logistics needs by reducing the cost per unit of cargo. Demand is still high in some regions.
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