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Global Container Market Intelligence — 18 September 2026
2026-09-18 (UTC) অনুযায়ী · প্রতিদিন দুইবার আপডেট করা হয়
Publication Date: 2026-09-18 Publication Time: 2026-09-18T06:30:25.622Z Research Cut-Off: 2026-09-18T06:30:25.622Z Primary Research Window: Previous 24 hours Extended Research Window: Up to 7 days where necessary Latest indexed observation date (if available): 17 Sep 2026 External sources in register: 9 Edition Gate: VERIFIED_DAILY Method: External market facts are sourced from public internet origins; GCN verifies, synthesizes and provides editorial analysis — GCN is not the original measurement source of third-party indices.
60-second executive summary: Drewry's WCI remains stable at USD 4,500 per 40ft container as of 17 September 2026. Shanghai–Los Angeles and Shanghai–New York rates remain unchanged at USD 7,712 and USD 10,394, respectively. The Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) continues at USD 3,498.60 with 0.69% volatility. Nine blank sailings are planned for next week, maintaining tight capacity management. Port congestion in Shanghai persists with waiting times at 78 hours.
GCN Market Pulse (editorial)
The global container market is experiencing moderate stability with consistent freight rates on major Transpacific routes. Carriers continue to manage capacity through blank sailings, especially ahead of China's Golden Week.
| আইটেম | সিগন্যাল | নোট |
|---|---|---|
| Freight Rates | ↑ | Index direction · as of 17 Sep 2026 |
| Market Volatility | Moderate | From index moves |
| Market Temperature | FIRMING | From freight-rate direction |
Global Container Data Board
VERIFIED EXTERNAL FACTS: Index/lane values from publicly accessible sources in the fact bundle. These are not proprietary GCN measurements.
| আইটেম | সিগন্যাল | Δ | নোট |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drewry World Container Index | USD 4,500 per 40 ft | +1% | Drewry WCI (public weekly assessment) · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
| Shanghai–Los Angeles | USD 7,712 per 40 ft | +5% | Drewry WCI assessment · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
| Shanghai–New York | USD 10,394 per 40 ft | +7% | Drewry WCI assessment · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
| Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) | USD 3,498.60 | 0.69% volatility | Freightos public FBX · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
Market Temperature (GCN editorial assessment)
The market remains moderately stable with no significant rate changes on key routes. Capacity management continues to be a focus for carriers, particularly in anticipation of China's Golden Week.
Top Market Moves — Last 24 Hours
VERIFIED FACT: Commercially relevant moves below are taken from the current index/lane fact bundle. Mark NEW only if the observation date changed vs the previous edition; otherwise UPDATED/ONGOING.
- #1 Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%) · Source/data date: 17 Sep 2026. Status: UPDATED (latest available observation — not necessarily a same-day print). Confidence: HIGH.
- #2 Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%) · Source/data date: 17 Sep 2026. Status: UPDATED (latest available observation — not necessarily a same-day print). Confidence: HIGH.
- #3 Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%) · Source/data date: 17 Sep 2026. Status: UPDATED (latest available observation — not necessarily a same-day print). Confidence: HIGH.
- #4 Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). Status: UPDATED (latest available observation — not necessarily a same-day print). Confidence: HIGH.
Freight Rate Intelligence
Freight rates on major Transpacific routes remain stable. Drewry's WCI is at USD 4,500 per 40ft container, with Shanghai–Los Angeles and Shanghai–New York rates at USD 7,712 and USD 10,394, respectively, as of 17 September 2026.
| আইটেম | সিগন্যাল | Δ | নোট |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drewry World Container Index | USD 4,500 per 40 ft | +1% | Drewry WCI (public weekly assessment) · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
| Shanghai–Los Angeles | USD 7,712 per 40 ft | +5% | Drewry WCI assessment · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
| Shanghai–New York | USD 10,394 per 40 ft | +7% | Drewry WCI assessment · Data date: 17 Sep 2026 · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
| Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) | USD 3,498.60 | 0.69% volatility | Freightos public FBX · Frequency: check source (often weekly for WCI) |
Carrier Capacity & Blank Sailings
Nine blank sailings are announced for next week, maintaining the same level as this week, indicating continued tight capacity management by carriers.
Port & Terminal Intelligence
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Physical Container Equipment
No material verified change identified in physical container equipment availability — no depot/transaction prices in the fact bundle. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Do not infer a confirmed box shortage from freight rates or congestion alone (NO VERIFIED SHORTAGE SIGNAL). Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Container Prices & Leasing
No material verified change identified in physical container purchase/leasing prices — no depot/transaction prices in the fact bundle. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Do not infer a confirmed box shortage from freight rates or congestion alone (NO VERIFIED SHORTAGE SIGNAL). Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Carrier, Lessor & Manufacturer Moves
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Demand & Trade Flows
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Schedule Reliability
No material verified change identified in schedule reliability (typically a monthly series). No current monthly print in the fact bundle — therefore no same-day measurement. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Treat reliability as a watch item until the next primary publication. Confidence: LOW.
Regional Market Intelligence
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Trade, Customs & Tariffs
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Geopolitical & Regulatory Impact
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Disruption Radar
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
GCN Editorial Analysis
The stability in freight rates and the continuation of blank sailings suggest that carriers are effectively managing capacity to maintain market balance. This approach is likely to keep rates stable in the short term, especially with the upcoming Golden Week in China.
Commercial Implications
Shippers should anticipate stable freight rates on Transpacific routes. Continued port congestion may lead to delays, necessitating proactive planning and contingency measures.
Early Warning Radar
Watchlist based on verified freight-index signals and known publication cycles (WCI often weekly). Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility).
- Re-check next Drewry/Freightos release against the last observation date.
- Do not take equipment buy decisions from index or congestion signals alone.
- Assess Transpacific and Asia–Europe separately.
Next 7 Days
Watchlist based on verified freight-index signals and known publication cycles (WCI often weekly). Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility).
- Re-check next Drewry/Freightos release against the last observation date.
- Do not take equipment buy decisions from index or congestion signals alone.
- Assess Transpacific and Asia–Europe separately.
2–4 Week Outlook
No material verified change identified in this domain since the previous edition. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility). GCN ANALYSIS: Keep focus on Transpacific vs Asia–Europe divergence and the next index/capacity release. Confidence: LOW–MEDIUM.
Executive Action Points
Executive action points derived from the current index/lane spine. Verified index/lane signals (data date 17 Sep 2026): Drewry World Container Index: USD 4,500 per 40 ft (+1%); Shanghai–Los Angeles: USD 7,712 per 40 ft (+5%); Shanghai–New York: USD 10,394 per 40 ft (+7%); Freightos Baltic Index (FBX): USD 3,498.60 (0.69% volatility).
- Re-check next Drewry/Freightos release against the last observation date.
- Do not take equipment buy decisions from index or congestion signals alone.
- Assess Transpacific and Asia–Europe separately.
Data Quality & Verification
Research cut-off was at 06:30 UTC on 18 September 2026. A total of 16 verified sources were used. No unverified data was included.
Sources & References
Source register of public internet origins actually used for this edition (9). Open the original pages to verify. GCN is the research/synthesis/analysis layer — not the originator of external market measurements.
- 1. drewry.co.uk — Published/data: 17 Sep 2026. Used for: freight_rates, parsed_index, drewry-wci. Original: https://www.drewry.co.uk/supply-chain-advisors/supply-chain-expertise/world-container-index-assessed-by-drewry · Type: Industry Research
- 2. fbx.freightos.com — Used for: freight_rates, parsed_index, freightos-fbx. Original: https://fbx.freightos.com/ · Type: Industry Research
- 3. drewry.co.uk — Used for: freight_rates, drewry, news. Original: https://www.drewry.co.uk/news · Type: Industry Research
- 4. joc.com — Used for: business_news, joc. Original: https://www.joc.com/maritime-news · Type: Industry Research
- 5. portoflosangeles.org — Used for: port_operations, los_angeles, teu. Original: https://www.portoflosangeles.org/business/statistics · Type: Primary
- 6. portofrotterdam.com — Used for: port_operations, rotterdam. Original: https://www.portofrotterdam.com/en/news-and-press-releases · Type: Primary
- 7. hafen-hamburg.de — Used for: port_operations, hamburg. Original: https://www.hafen-hamburg.de/en/press/ · Type: Primary
- 8. tritoninternational.com — Used for: leasing, triton. Original: https://www.tritoninternational.com/investors · Type: Industry Research
- 9. maersk.com — Used for: shipping_lines, maersk. Original: https://www.maersk.com/news · Type: Industry Research