- Europe-bound rates slipped by 5.49%, bringing the index to 1,188.69 points.
- West Mediterranean services recorded a 3.76% decline, reaching 1,278.60 points.
- East Mediterranean lanes saw a slight gain of 0.44%, rising to 972.26 points.
- Regional variations highlight diverging demand and supply conditions across routes.
The Ningbo Containerised Freight Index (NCFI) tracks container freight rate movements for 20ft, 40ft, and high-cube units across major trade routes. The latest index of this week update, compiled by the Ningbo Shipping Exchange and published by the Baltic Exchange, highlights noticeable fluctuations across European, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern services.
For the week ending 15 August 2025, the Europe route index fell to 1,188.69 points, down from 1,257.71 the previous week, marking a 5.49% decline. Similarly, the West Mediterranean service dropped 3.76% to 1,278.60 points, while the East Mediterranean route showed a slight increase of 0.44%, reaching 972.26 points. These movements reflect varying demand dynamics across regional markets, with European lanes under pressure, the western Mediterranean softening, and the eastern Mediterranean maintaining relative stability.
Did you subscribe to our Daily newsletter?
It’s Free! Click here to Subscribe!
Source: Baltic Exchange
