[SMM Flash News] Philippine Nickel Ore Freight Rates Fall Sharply, Surigao-Lianyungang Drops to $13.5-14/wmt

Published: Jun 30, 2026 02:12

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According to SMM, Philippine nickel ore freight rates fell sharply this week, with Surigao-to-Lianyungang freight dropping to $13.5-14/wmt and Surigao-to-IWIP freight in Indonesia at around $11-12/wmt.

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