Container Freight Benchmarking

What makes it different is that it is built specifically for freight forwarders and NVOCCs, not for the market in general. The comparisons are based on genuine buy rate data, and the service is designed to deliver customized, confidential reports rather than broad public averages. That makes the results far more relevant for real commercial decision-making. 

Because the ocean freight market has become increasingly complex and difficult to read. This service gives members a confidential and credible way to benchmark their rates against their peers, so they can make smarter pricing decisions, strengthen procurement strategies, and react more confidently to market changes. 

Members receive detailed benchmarking insights covering total cost including base ocean rates, THC, and surcharges, as well as average, lowest, and highest market levels. Reports also show how a company compares against peers by shipper size and ranking, giving members a much clearer picture of where they stand in the market. 

It helps in two major ways: first, members can use the data to negotiate better buy rates with carriers; second, they can use an independent benchmark to prove their competitiveness to customers and prospects. This strengthens both purchasing power and sales credibility.

Yes. Members may also benefit from complimentary access to Drewry’s World Container Index, potential access to additional freight rate intelligence, and support from Drewry’s benchmarking and forecasting consultancy team. This makes the benefit more than just a report—it becomes an ongoing source of market intelligence and decision support.