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Shipping Container Market Weekly Report Summary
Date: September 17, 2024
By: Ye Qinling

Main Highlights:

1. Shipment Prices

• Freighter Quotes: Major carriers continued to lower quotes for the next six weeks. The Shanghai-Europe 20GP and 40GP freight quotes decreased to approximately $2,750/TEU and $4,700/FEU respectively, reflecting a downward trend in the market.
• Market Indices: The SCFI (Shipping Container Freight Index) for China-Europe lines dropped by 106% year-on-year, and the US-Western Line decreased by 69%. China-Europe shipping rates fell 179% to $2,841/TEU.

2. Supply Capacity

• Global container capacity increased by 10% YoY as of mid-September, reaching 30.7 million TEU.
• Box Production: Monthly production increased 244.6% to 29.6 million cubic meters (approx. 990,000 TEU).

3. Transportation Costs

• Shipping Rates: Shipping rates remain relatively high, driven by strong demand.
• Commodities: Spot prices for dry bulk goods such as coal, iron ore, and soybeans showed slight volatility in the short term.

4. Trade Demand

• China-EU Trade: China’s August export volume increased 8.7% YoY. Key items included electronics, vehicles, and machinery.
• China-US Trade: US manufacturing activity accelerated slightly, but new orders dropped.
• Global Economic Outlook: The OECD’s leading indicators remain positive, suggesting continued growth potential.

5. Dry Bulk Shipping
The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) showed slight recovery amidst geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

English Summary

Shipping Container Market Brief

Shipment Prices

• Shippers continue cutting quotes for the next six weeks, with the main focus on Shanghai-Europe routes. Freight for the 20GP box is now at $2,750/TEU, while the 40GP box is priced at $4,700/FEU.
• Indices like SCFI remain highly volatile, with the SCFI China-Europe line reporting a −79% YoY drop, and pan-Pacific shipping rates down by −9%.

Supply Capacity

• Global container capacity continues to grow at a remarkable pace, linked to robust production and inbound demand, especially in key supply chains.

Transportation Costs

• High demand persists amid tight labor and fuel-related costs, however disruptions in key transportation routes continue to challenge efficiency and market dynamics.

Trade Activity

• China’s exports have improved in key markets such as the EU, ASEAN, and the US, signaling a shift toward higher-value goods like electronics, machinery, and automotive products.
• Dry bulk shipping indicators show slight stabilization despite ongoing geopolitical issues.

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