04 Nov 2025: Securing lower ocean freight base rates maybe a relatively easy win this tender season, but surcharges remain an area of concern. What measures can shippers take to improve certainty in this area?

31 Oct 25: This past fortnight our regional Intra-Asia composite Index increased 4% to $506 per 40ft container.

14 Oct 2025: The container shipping market is witnessing a growing disconnect between the freight rate and charter markets. Drewry expects to see that continue through most of next year, but a correction will follow.

07 Oct 2025: As ocean freight rates continue to soften, shippers will seek more favourable contract rates and improved terms with carriers and forwarders for 2026.

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