Trade Analysis: Transpacific
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Seafreight Insights
Read our Seafreight Insights to find out about the latest developments in the global sea cargo industry. Get an update on trade and rate developments as well as flexible solutions offered by cargo-partner to deal with the current challenges.
The transport and logistics industry continues to face familiar challenges and emerging geopolitical risks. Amid a cooling global economy, uncertainty remains due to trade tensions, which is impacting international ocean freight.
- The current tariff exemption for China has been extended, but it remains unclear what will happen if no agreement is reached by the current deadline of November 10.
- As expected, we observed a downturn on the Transpacific Eastbound route, as US importers frontloaded their cargo to avoid the tariffs, resulting in high inventory levels.
- The customs agreement with the EU has resulted in a stable market with no significant changes in terms of volume or rate volatility.
- The situation in the Red Sea remains unclear, with no return expected in Q4 as shipping lines remain cautious.
Current market assessment from October 1, 2025:
Legend: traffic lights showing current status, arrow indicates possible development of transport rates.
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