Drewry's World Container Index drops 1% to $2,076 per 40ft

Drewry's World Container Index drops 1% to $2,076 per 40ft

Drewry's World Container Index drops 1% to $2,076 per 40ft

World Container Index sees small decrease

Huw Murday Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 1% to US$2076 per 40-foot container this week of 8th May, 80% below the previous pandemic peak of US$10,377 in September 2021. Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 1% to US$2,076 per 40-foot container this week of 8 May, 80% below the previous pandemic peak of US$10,377 in September 2021. However, Drewry said the index was 46% higher than the average US$1420 in 2019 (pre-pandemic). The aver…

The prices for containers are difficult to grasp for many, but they are a crucial economic factor. A container can cost thousands of dollars – and directly affects what we pay in everyday life. Bo and Marcus examine the phenomenon. [more]