Compared with the larger decreases seen earlier in July, the latest decline indicates that the market is moving toward a more stable adjustment rather than entering a sharp downward cycle.<\/p>\n
At BRF Logistics, we continue monitoring global freight movements, vessel capacity changes, and trade policy developments to help customers secure competitive shipping solutions during changing market conditions.<\/p>\n
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<\/h1>\n\u00bfPor qu\u00e9? Tarifas de transporte mar\u00edtimo<\/a> Started Declining in July 2026<\/h2>\nDuring May and June 2026, international shipping markets experienced rapid price increases.<\/p>\n
Several factors contributed to the surge:<\/p>\n
\n- Expected changes in US tariff policies encouraged importers to accelerate shipments.<\/li>\n
- European and North American buyers increased inventory preparation.<\/li>\n
- Limited vessel availability created stronger competition for container space.<\/li>\n
- Shipping carriers implemented capacity management strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This created a strong \u201crush shipping\u201d effect, especially on China\u2013US trade lanes.<\/p>\n
However, entering July, the market situation changed:<\/p>\n
\n- Early shipment demand was gradually completed.<\/li>\n
- Additional vessel capacity entered major routes.<\/li>\n
- Extra voyages and temporary vessels increased available space.<\/li>\n
- Import demand returned closer to normal levels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As a result, freight rates started correcting from previous highs.<\/p>\n
\nDe China a EE. UU.<\/a> Shipping Rates Continue Falling<\/h2>\nThe Transpacific market has been one of the most closely watched routes.<\/p>\n
China to US West Coast Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current SCFI level:<\/p>\n
USD 5,535\/FEU<\/strong><\/p>\nWeekly change:<\/p>\n
Down USD 186 (-3.25%)<\/strong><\/p>\nThe US West Coast route continues facing downward pressure due to:<\/p>\n
\n- Increased vessel supply<\/li>\n
- More competitive carrier pricing<\/li>\n
- Reduced urgency from importers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Current market reference:<\/p>\n
\n- US West Coast: approximately USD 5,500\u20135,800\/40HQ<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Pacific Northwest: approximately USD 6,000\/40HQ<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Although rates have declined, prices remain higher than early 2026 levels.<\/p>\n
\nChina to US East Coast Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current SCFI level:<\/p>\n
USD 8,040\/FEU<\/strong><\/p>\nWeekly change:<\/p>\n
Down USD 132 (-1.62%)<\/strong><\/p>\nThe US East Coast market remained stronger compared with the West Coast due to:<\/p>\n
\n- Panama Canal restrictions<\/li>\n
- Longer transit requirements<\/li>\n
- Limited alternative capacity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
However, as overall demand cools, East Coast freight rates are also gradually adjusting.<\/p>\n
Current market reference:<\/p>\n
USD 8,000\u20138,900\/40HQ<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nEurope Shipping Market Continues Moderate Correction<\/h2>\n
European routes are also showing a gradual decline.<\/p>\n
China to Europe Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current rate:<\/p>\n
USD 3,155\/TEU<\/strong><\/p>\nWeekly decrease:<\/p>\n
USD 60 (-1.87%)<\/strong><\/p>\nChina to Mediterranean Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current rate:<\/p>\n
USD 4,351\/TEU<\/strong><\/p>\nWeekly decrease:<\/p>\n
USD 124 (-2.77%)<\/strong><\/p>\nCompared with the US market, European routes are experiencing a more stable correction.<\/p>\n
Carrier competition has increased, and customers now have more opportunities to negotiate freight solutions.<\/p>\n
\nGulf Region Becomes the Strongest Growing Shipping Route<\/h2>\n
While most major trade lanes declined, the Middle East market moved in the opposite direction.<\/p>\n
China to Persian Gulf Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current rate:<\/p>\n
USD 4,584\/TEU<\/strong><\/p>\nWeekly increase:<\/p>\n
USD 318 (+7.45%)<\/strong><\/p>\nThe increase was mainly caused by:<\/p>\n
During May and June 2026, international shipping markets experienced rapid price increases.<\/p>\n
Several factors contributed to the surge:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Expected changes in US tariff policies encouraged importers to accelerate shipments.<\/li>\n
- European and North American buyers increased inventory preparation.<\/li>\n
- Limited vessel availability created stronger competition for container space.<\/li>\n
- Shipping carriers implemented capacity management strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This created a strong \u201crush shipping\u201d effect, especially on China\u2013US trade lanes.<\/p>\n
However, entering July, the market situation changed:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Early shipment demand was gradually completed.<\/li>\n
- Additional vessel capacity entered major routes.<\/li>\n
- Extra voyages and temporary vessels increased available space.<\/li>\n
- Import demand returned closer to normal levels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As a result, freight rates started correcting from previous highs.<\/p>\n
\nDe China a EE. UU.<\/a> Shipping Rates Continue Falling<\/h2>\n
The Transpacific market has been one of the most closely watched routes.<\/p>\n
China to US West Coast Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current SCFI level:<\/p>\n
USD 5,535\/FEU<\/strong><\/p>\n
Weekly change:<\/p>\n
Down USD 186 (-3.25%)<\/strong><\/p>\n
The US West Coast route continues facing downward pressure due to:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Increased vessel supply<\/li>\n
- More competitive carrier pricing<\/li>\n
- Reduced urgency from importers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Current market reference:<\/p>\n
- \n
- US West Coast: approximately USD 5,500\u20135,800\/40HQ<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Pacific Northwest: approximately USD 6,000\/40HQ<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Although rates have declined, prices remain higher than early 2026 levels.<\/p>\n
\nChina to US East Coast Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current SCFI level:<\/p>\n
USD 8,040\/FEU<\/strong><\/p>\n
Weekly change:<\/p>\n
Down USD 132 (-1.62%)<\/strong><\/p>\n
The US East Coast market remained stronger compared with the West Coast due to:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Panama Canal restrictions<\/li>\n
- Longer transit requirements<\/li>\n
- Limited alternative capacity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
However, as overall demand cools, East Coast freight rates are also gradually adjusting.<\/p>\n
Current market reference:<\/p>\n
USD 8,000\u20138,900\/40HQ<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nEurope Shipping Market Continues Moderate Correction<\/h2>\n
European routes are also showing a gradual decline.<\/p>\n
China to Europe Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current rate:<\/p>\n
USD 3,155\/TEU<\/strong><\/p>\n
Weekly decrease:<\/p>\n
USD 60 (-1.87%)<\/strong><\/p>\n
China to Mediterranean Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current rate:<\/p>\n
USD 4,351\/TEU<\/strong><\/p>\n
Weekly decrease:<\/p>\n
USD 124 (-2.77%)<\/strong><\/p>\n
Compared with the US market, European routes are experiencing a more stable correction.<\/p>\n
Carrier competition has increased, and customers now have more opportunities to negotiate freight solutions.<\/p>\n
\nGulf Region Becomes the Strongest Growing Shipping Route<\/h2>\n
While most major trade lanes declined, the Middle East market moved in the opposite direction.<\/p>\n
China to Persian Gulf Freight Rates<\/h2>\n
Current rate:<\/p>\n
USD 4,584\/TEU<\/strong><\/p>\n
Weekly increase:<\/p>\n
USD 318 (+7.45%)<\/strong><\/p>\n
The increase was mainly caused by:<\/p>\n
- Pacific Northwest: approximately USD 6,000\/40HQ<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- US West Coast: approximately USD 5,500\u20135,800\/40HQ<\/strong><\/li>\n