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Carriers may secure only part of their November rate increases as Suez returns, Sogese report says

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In simple terms

Freight rates to Europe have rebounded since early October after falling steadily from their July peak, but the conditions behind the rebound are mixed. Cargo demand is positive, with Far East to Europe volumes up 12.2% in the first seven months of the year, according to Xeneta.

Earlier coverage

Earlier coverage on GreyNews

  1. Only One Russian Diesel Tanker Still Appears Bound for the U.S.Nov 4, 2026 · Hellenic Shipping News
  2. US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island ahead of midterms as Trump says deal ‘could happen’Nov 3, 2026 · South China Morning Post
  3. Iran rejects uranium transfer abroad, says Hormuz reopening depends on US ending blockadeNov 2, 2026 · Tehran Times
  4. Iran says Sinokor vessels face legal action; South Korean shipowners deny linkOct 28, 2026 · Arab News
  5. The Kremlin says a first tanker of Russian diesel sets sail for the US despite Ukraine's protests - AP NewsOct 23, 2026 · Associated Press

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