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Seafreight Insights

Read our Seafreight Insights to find out about the latest developments in the global sea cargo industry. Get an update on trade and rate developments as well as flexible solutions offered by cargo-partner to deal with the current challenges.

 

The transport and logistics industry continues to face “familiar” challenges and geopolitical risks. Uncertainty remains as the global economy is cooling down, impacting international ocean freight 

  • The US administration has imposed global US tariffs. This move has a significant impact on trade and is causing headaches for shippers worldwide.
  • The situation in the Red Sea remains unclear and a return in Q2 is not expected as shipping lines remain cautious 
  • New container alliances started with various short-term disruptions combined with several blank sailings

Overview US Tariffs:

Current market assessment from April 2, 2025:

Legend: traffic lights showing current status, arrow indicates possible development of transport rates.

Current Key Takeaways

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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.

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When containers fall overboard

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Europe - India Express

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