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Airfreight Rates Edge Up on Asia-Europe Routes, Peak Season Lacks Punch

Air cargo rates from Asia to Europe increase 8-12% in October 2025, but remain 25% below peak season levels of previous years. Spot rates from Hong Kong to Amsterdam reach $3.85/kg, while Shanghai-Frankfurt averages $4.20 Weak consumer demand and shift…

selsmisai
November 4, 2025

Risk Sensing

Rotterdam and Antwerp Port Congestion Delays Container Shipments Through October

Summary: Persistent congestion at Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges ports extends into late October 2025, with average vessel waiting times reaching 48-72 hours. Red Sea diversions and labor shortages create bottlenecks handling 3.5 million TEU backlog across both ports. Terminal capacity constraints…

selsmisai
October 31, 2025