Source: Market average rates for 40‘ containers according to www.xeneta.com
Trade Analysis: Transatlantic Westbound
Situation
Union talks are not progressing and the current agreement expires on January 15. If no agreement is reached by then, there may be further work stoppages.
Obstacles
There are no significant problems in getting free space and equipment at ports in Northern or Southern Europe, even at short notice.
Outlook
Carriers are trying to influence the Transatlantic market with additional blank sailings, particularly in the West/East Mediterranean, and demand is increasing. Shipping lines are looking to increase rate levels effective January 1.
What does a bird have to do with cranes?
- Facts
It’s impossible to think of a world without cranes. Whether used for loading cargo, or in the construction industry – cranes are among the most important man-made mechanical devices.
A talk with Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO of Hapag Lloyd
We had the opportunity to talk to CEO of the fifth largest container carrier worldwide about the recent developments in seafreight and acquisition plans.
The CONEX box: a direct precursor of the container
- Facts
Developed by the U.S. Army shortly after the end of World War II, the CONEX box can now be considered the forerunner of today’s conventional containers.
