Forwarders predict fall in airfreight rates as ecommerce eyes sea freight
Forwarders are warning that although the airfreight market currently seems stable, conditions could change very ...
By Alex Lennane
Air freight rates have started to fall, triggering a debate on how long the ‘new’ capacity might stay in the market.
According to the latest TAC Index data, rates per kg from China to the US are down some 5%, to $5.09 all in, while to Europe they have edged down to $4.06 – despite fuel prices creeping up.
They still, however, remain ‘elevated’, with ‘normal’ February rates traditionally below $4 to the US and $3 to Europe.
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Comment on this article
Steve Manser
March 16, 2021 at 9:53 pmNot sure where people are seeing air cargo rates reducing – availability is at a premium and pricing increasing on a daily basis.
Both scheduled and Charter capacity is scarce ex Asia to both Europe and the US, so the requirement for passenger freighters will remain around for quite a while yet.
Major freight forwarders are scrambling to lock in long term charter capacity through to this time next year to ensure they can meet their customers demands/requirements.