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Transpacific Rates Climb as Capacity Questions Persist

Transpacific freight rates are rising this week, though industry observers question whether capacity constraints truly drive price increases. Booking risks and service reliability remain concerns for shippers navigating the volatile market. The outlook for Asia-Europe trade continues to shift as global vessel capacity fluctuates. Meanwhile, the airfreight sector faces significant upheaval. Amazon has restructured its air cargo network following the suspension of operations with 21 Air, which operated seven dedicated freighter aircraft. Airlines are redrawing freighter routes amid tight aircraft availability. The capacity squeeze is forcing carriers to recalibrate their network strategies. Additionally, some shippers are reassessing whether traditional third-party logistics providers still meet their evolving needs.