Disconnect: time-charters and the freight market
Time to jump off?
Asia-North Europe ocean carriers are preparing to hike FAK (freight all kinds) rates again on 15 June, against a background of continued space shortages on both headhaul and backhaul routes.
For example, a basket of new FAK rates from Asia to the UK, viewed by The Loadstar this week, range from $2,000 per 40ft quoted by CMA CGM, to $2,500 from K Line.
Most cheaper contract rates are now coming to an end, which gives the container lines added confidence to push through ...
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Comment on this article
Nick Coverdale
June 10, 2017 at 12:20 amNeed space Asia Europe just visit http://www.agreefreight.com the selling rate in our window guarantees you space , if you feel the rate is to high you can always make a bid (counter offer) then it’s carrier decision if they want carry the cargo at that level
and it looks takes a minute