Shanghai Index jump reflects in transpacific rate hike

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index increased on Friday.
  • The increase reflects a general rate hike proposed by the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement (TSA).
  • TSA suggests a further rate increase for May 1st.
  • The rate increases apply to 15 TSA member companies.
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   The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index rose on Friday, reflecting a general rate increase suggested by the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement for March 15. TSA is recommending another increase May 1 for its 15 members.

Chris Dupin

Chris Dupin has written about trade and transportation and other business subjects for a variety of publications before joining American Shipper and Freightwaves.