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2023-12-08 11:40:18

China Market Freight Updates, December 2023

Creator: YQN & Searates


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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:


China to South America


Shipping demand for the South American market remains stable. A slight fluctuation in overall cargo volume was noted. The rates for South America's base ports have decreased by 4.5% compared to last month. The space and equipment were sufficient and normal.


FCL rate from China to Mexico

China to South America


We would like to inform you that we expect freight rates to increase on the China-South America trade route soon. 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 $1200
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Shekou - Santos
From $2200
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Shanghai - Callao
From $960
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Shanghai - Buenos Aires
From $1980
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Qingdao - Manzanillo
From $1200
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China to Middle East


Shipping demand shows a stable trend, with a slight decrease in cargo volume. Ocean rates from Chinese ports to the main Middle East ports, namely, Persian Gulf ports, decreased by 3.8% from the previous month. The space and equipment were sufficient and normal.


FCL rate from China to Middle East

China to Middle East


The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to the Middle East.


Shanghai - Abu Dhabi
From $1150
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Shanghai - Dammam
From $1050
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Ningbo - Dubai
From $1155
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Ningbo - Abu Dhabi
From $1250
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Shekou - Jebel Ali
From $1155
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China to North America


The freight rates from China ports to western USA ports increased by 1.2% from last month. At the same time, ocean rates to eastern USA ports rose by 5.6%, respectively, from the previous month. The space and equipment availability are normal, and slight increase in cargo volume highlighted.


The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to North America.


China to North America


We would like to inform you that we expect freight rates to increase on the China-North America trade route soon. 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 North America.


Shanghai - Seattle (Wa)
From $1511
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Qingdao - Edmonton
From $2241
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Shanghai - New York
From $2420
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Shanghai - Vancouver
From $1493
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China to Europe


Demand for cargo shipping is stable. The freight rates for transportation from Chinese ports to European base ports have increased by 9.2% compared to last month. In addition, the freight rate from China to MED base ports also increased by 6.6% from last month. The space and equipment were sufficient and normal.


China to Europe


The following are examples of the most cost-effective rates for the transportation of 20-foot FCL containers from China to Europe.


Qingdao - Antwerp
From $1100
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Shanghai - Hamburg
From $957
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Shanghai - Lisboa
From $1275
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Shanghai - Rotterdam
From $1050
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Shanghai - Fos Sur Mer
From $1399
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Cargo transportation from China remains positive, with sufficient equipment and space to meet growing demand.


Different destinations are characterized by different trends in freight rates, either upward or downward. However, there is a general downward trend in freight rates for transportation from China. Demand in most regions remains very high, particularly during the peak season.


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