October 21, 2025
Latest shipping market data shows a strong rebound across multiple trade routes. The latest freight index rose 12.9% week-on-week to 1,310.32 points, marking a broad recovery in ocean freight rates.
The U.S. West Coast route surged by 31.9%, while the U.S. East Coast increased by 16.4%. Europe and the Mediterranean routes rose 7.2% and 3.5% respectively. Industry analysts note that long-term contract talks for the next shipping season are underway, with major carriers resisting low-rate agreements, helping stabilize and lift prices.
On the trans-Pacific routes, freight demand remains steady following earlier capacity reductions. Seasonal export demand linked to upcoming holidays has further pushed rates higher.
Other regional routes also saw growth — the Persian Gulf rose 28%, Australia–New Zealand 13.1%, and South America 8.7%. Only Japan saw a slight decline.
Experts believe improving export performance and renewed shipping demand are driving this rebound. The market shows early signs of recovery after months of decline, signaling a potential turnaround in global container shipping.
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