Ocean Freight Reefer Market Update
Q3 2025
What’s shaping the Ocean Freight Reefer Market in 2025? Explore how various dynamics are impacting the global Ocean Reefer Business.
Global Ocean Reefer Market Update
Demand
- Global reefer trade remains strong, with 2025 growth of ~5–6%, driven by protein, seafood, and pharma demand into North America, East Asia, and the Middle East.
Capacity
- Reefer capacity expands with ~95,000 new containers in 2025, but imbalances persist: Asia surplus vs. shortages in LATAM, Africa, and Southeast Asia due to slow returns and long-haul rotations.
Rates/News
- Asia–EU dry cargo rates have dropped ~60% YoY; reefer rates remain comparatively more stable.
- EU ETS surcharges add €40–€80 per reefer on EU inbound legs.
- U.S. tariffs on Brazilian agri-imports shift trade flows (orange juice, coffee, frozen meat); CO₂ tracking demand rises among pharma and food customers.
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Regional Ocean Freight Reefer News
Europe
- Specific trade lanes are facing equipment and capacity challenges, affecting planning and lead times.
Asia Pacific
- Asia Fruit Logistica, one of the region’s leading fresh produce trade shows, is taking place in Hong Kong from 3–5 September 2025.
Middle East and Africa
- Reefer container availability is constrained in Africa and the Middle East due to longer round trips and high seasonal demand.
Americas
- Congestion is still present in LATAM Hubs affecting Intra Americas trades.
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