Price of 40-foot energy storage containers for Southeast Asian islands

How much does a 40ft container cost?

Drewry’s World Container Index puts the global average price of shipping a 40ft container at $1,859 (USD) for 13 November, 2025. Between now and the end of the year, container shipping prices will likely remain soft particularly if the current ceasefire between Israel and Palestine enables more shipping traffic to flow through the Suez canal.

How are container freight China to Southeast Asia price developments calculated?

The price developments of Container freight China to Southeast Asia are expressed in US$ prices converted FX rates applicable at the time when the price was valid. Container freight China to Southeast Asia price index developments are calculated from multiple separate sources of data to ensure statistical accuracy.

Are global container shipping rates still 46% lower than last year?

Global container shipping rates are still 46% lower than they were in November last year. Drewry’s World Container Index puts the global average price of shipping a 40ft container at $1,859 (USD) for 13 November, 2025.

Why is the container shipping route from China to Southeast Asia important?

The container shipping route from China to Southeast Asia is a well-traveled and vital trade route due to the close proximity of these regions and the significant volume of trade between them. Several routes and ports are commonly used for shipping containers from China to various destinations in Southeast Asia.