The Drewry World Container Index surged by 16% this week to reach $3,159 per 40ft container, marking an astonishing 81% increase from the same period last year. Compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, current rates are a staggering 122% higher. Year-to-date averages remain significantly elevated at $3,227 per 40ft container, surpassing the 10-year average by $512, largely impacted by the extraordinary conditions of the Covid-19 era.
Drewry World Container Index
The composite index increased 16% to $3,159 per 40ft container this week and has increased by 81% when compared with the same week last year.
The latest Drewry WCI composite index of $3,159 per 40ft container is 122% more than average 2019… pic.twitter.com/bYokiFdy8w
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