In a significant development for global trade, the RWI/ISL Container Throughput Index climbed to 133.2 points in July, continuing its robust upward trend. However, a closer look reveals a stark contrast between regions. While China's ports recorded a strong increase in container throughput, the North Range Index, which reflects economic activity in Northern Europe and Germany, fell from 102.4 to 101.6 points. This dip interrupts the recovery observed in recent months, although technical issues excluded data from Antwerp, making direct comparisons challenging.