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Container demand outpaces fleet growth 7.3% vs 5.4%, widest gap since 2024

Source: Linerlytica / The Loadstar · 2026-07-07
Summary

Linerlytica noted global container demand is growing 7.3% against vessel supply growth of just 5.4% - the widest gap since late 2024 - combining with geopolitical risk premiums to keep rates firm. Trans-Pacific rates are tipped to breach $8,500/FEU to the U.S. East Coast this month as carriers defend space.

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