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Below is an overview of shipping rates from China ports to various destinations around the world, the market by major routes, and the space and equipment required.
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: This month, the market is still growing, and vessels are being loaded at a rate above 95%. The freight rates from China ports to western USA ports rose by 9.7% from last month. Ocean rates to eastern US ports rose too, by 3.1% from the previous month. The space availability is normal, and the equipment is sufficient.
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.
| Shanghai - Prince Rupert | From $1100 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Savannah | From $1800 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - New York | From $1700 | Check rates |
| Yantian - Long Beach | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Yantian - Baltimore | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Vancouver | From $1100 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until November 30, 2023
South America: Shipping demand for the South American market is consistently high. The rates for South America's ports have risen by 9.7% compared to last month. The space and equipment are normal and sufficient, respectively.
Freight rates overview
China - South America
Source: YQNLink
We expect shipping prices to rise soon on the China-South America trade route. We recommend our customers plan their shipments accordingly and consider booking in advance to guarantee sufficient space and avoid possible delays.
The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to South America.
| Yantian - Guayaquil | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Santos | From $2300 | Check rates |
| Yantian - Cartagena | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Callao | From $1000 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Buenos Aires | From $2100 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Manzanillo | From $2000 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until November 30, 2023
Europe: This month, freight volume decreased slightly. However, earlier capacity measures helped keep the overall market supply and demand fundamentals stable. The ocean rates from China ports to European base ports decreased by 1.7% from last month, while the ocean rates from China ports to Mediterranean ports increased by 0.8% from last month. The space availability is normal, and the equipment is sufficient.
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.
| Shanghai - Bremerhaven | From $450 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Antwerpen | From $450 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Mersin | From $1400 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Napoli | From $1000 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Rotterdam | From $450 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Montoir De Bretagne | From $850 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until November 30, 2023
Africa: This month, the rates for the African market increased from the last month. The space availability is normal, and the equipment is sufficient.
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.
| Shanghai - Tangier | From $1400 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Beirut | From $1600 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Dakar | From $2200 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Cape Town | From $1400 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Apapa | From $2400 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Djibouti | From $1600 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until November 30, 2023
Middle East: This destination has seen stable growth in freight volumes. Spot market booking prices continued last month's trend and increased significantly once again. China ports to the Persian Gulf base ports increased by 15.2% compared to last month. The space and equipment availability are normal and sufficient, respectively.
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 - Abu Dhabi | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Dammam | From $1200 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Abu Dhabi | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Ningbo - Jebel Ali | From $1100 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Sharjah | From $1300 | Check rates |
| Lianyungang - Jebel Ali | From $1600 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until November 30, 2023
Asia: Shipping demand is increasing in the Oceania market. China Ports to Australia and New Zealand base ports rates increased by 5.8% from last month. China-Japan base port rates have remained stable since last month. The space availability is normal, and the equipment availability is sufficient.
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.
| Shekou - Pusan | From $20 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Surabaya | From $300 | Check rates |
| Shekou - Nhava Sheva | From $850 | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Pipavav | From $1000 | Check rates |
| Ningbo - Laem Chabang | From $120 | Check rates |
| Shanghai - Klang | From $60 | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until November 30, 2023
Cargo transportation from China is showing an upward trend in freight rates. While there is sufficient equipment and space to meet growing demand.
Freight rate trends vary by direction. In certain regions, some carriers have welcomed the GRI trend and increased their rates for the following:
- CMA raises FAK from China to Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa starting November 1.
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