U.S. President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders on trade which could have important implications for the shipping industry. … Read More
April Frenzy: Alliance Changes and Rate Increases
The scope of the existing and anticipated vessel sharing agreements is coming into full view. One of the key consequences … Read More
Trans-Pacific Freight Rates Take a Tumble
The seasonal downtrends for spot rates on the Eastbound Trans-Pacific lines have continued unabated. There are still no major developments … Read More
Shipping Rates May be on the Rise
Many of the industry publications are focusing on the possibility that shipping rates may rise due to global fuel regulations. … Read More
2017’s Top 5 Shipping Trends
The shipping industry is almost always in a state of flux, with frequent and sweeping changes. The challenges and opportunities … Read More
Reinventing in Difficult Times: An Exclusive Interview
This interview was originally published in Dinero Magazine, a popular financial and business magazine in Latin America. Please note, this … Read More
The Shipping Industry in Focus: What Can We Expect in 2017?
The coming year will be one of consolidation and strategic alliances given the fact that the industry has been through … Read More
US Importers Face Increasing Trans-Pacific Freight Rates and Less Friendly Terms of Business
The current regime gives every indication that there will be an uptick in the contract rates for Trans-Pacific routes. To … Read More
UPDATE Effects of Hanjin’s Fallout on International Shipping
The ocean shipping industry is still recovering after South Korea’s largest shipping line unexpectedly filed for bankruptcy protection, freezing all of … Read More
