Carriers push through July FAK increases on Asia–Europe and U.S. lanes

Summary

Carriers pushed through higher FAK rates effective July 15, with CMA CGM announcing $7,000 per 40ft on Asia–Europe and $7,900–$8,500 for the Mediterranean, while several lines planned general rate increases of $2,000–$3,000 in the U.S. market. The moves came as Drewry's WCI hovered near $4,639 per 40ft and spot rates stayed well above early-March levels.