Intra-Asia Container Freight Rates Soften as Peak Season Fades

The Loadstar · Jul 30, 2026 00:00

Intra-Asia container freight rates are experiencing a softening trend as the busy first half of 2026 for Chinese exports concludes. As of July 23, 2026, rates from Shanghai to key destinations like JNPA, Jakarta, and Kaohsiung slid by 4%, while shipping lines continue to add capacity to these routes.