Freight Rates

The Strait of Hormuz closure is set to boost tanker ton-mile demand, with the US emerging as a key alternative oil supplier

The Capesize dry bulk market continued its recovery, supported by strong cargo volumes and miner activity in both Pacific and Atlantic.

Pacific MR tanker market regionalization is increasing due to economic factors and recovered refinery runs in Northeast Asia

Argentine wheat sales are at a decade low due to falling forward prices, despite rapid planting progress.

Container import bookings are rising, prompting analysis into how much new tariffs are influencing this trend and domestic transport markets

West African crude oil exports saw a downturn in the first half of 2026, impacting tanker market dynamics

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) climbed for the second day, reaching its highest point since June 5 at 2,944 points.

Global ocean container shipping rates held steady last week, with analysts seeing a faint glimmer of market improvement.

The crude tanker orderbook has surpassed its 2008 record, with freight rates rising due to US-Iran tensions and risk premiums.

The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) increased by 2% last week, reflecting a minor uptick in global container freight rates.

New vessel tonnage arriving over the next two years is expected to cause significant overcapacity in the ocean freight market post-2026

New vessel deliveries are expected to lead to significant overcapacity in the ocean freight market after 2026

A Bloomberg Intelligence analyst indicates federal mandates are prolonging trucking market cycles, boosting truckload and LTL stocks.

US trucking contract rates are expected to climb by up to 50 cents per mile, signaling a major market shift

A surge in trucking M&A activity is underway as freight rates stabilize and earnings improve, attracting private equity and strategic…

Container spot rates on transpacific and Asia-Europe routes saw moderate increases this week due to firm demand.

Indonesia's B50 biodiesel mandate is anticipated to increase vegetable oil freight rates through 2027, following recent market volatility.

Copper futures rebounded to $6.26 per pound as investor confidence improved and Middle East tensions eased.

Soybean futures held steady near a five-week high as traders awaited the USDA's supply-and-demand report.

Atlantic Panamax dry bulk rates saw a 65% increase in Q2 2026, reaching $18,933/day, driven by South American grain demand

The Baltic Dry Index rose to a one-month high, driven by a 2% increase in capesize vessel rates.

Mid-age Supramax bulker values dipped, older tonnage firmed, and tanker values showed mixed trends.

Intermodal provider STG has exited bankruptcy, bolstered by new capital as the freight market begins to rebound.

Despite robust demand, the project cargo sector is struggling with delays, limited capacity, and a talent deficit

An update on the latest time charter rates for tanker and dry bulk shipping sectors, reflecting current market conditions

Xeneta forecasts only modest easing of container shipping rates in the coming six months, despite rapid fleet growth

The Baltic Dry Index climbed 39 points to 2910, signaling a stronger market for dry bulk commodities.

CMES expects first-half profits to more than triple due to strong tanker demand and improving dry bulk markets.

Mediterranean cement freight rates are decreasing as Q3 2026 approaches, with cargo scheduling pressure easing.

A South Korean shipping entrepreneur reportedly earned $120 million by acquiring VLCCs during the Iran conflict.