Stranded vessels and rising crude pressure global maritime trade
A strategic energy corridor under pressure The military escalation involving Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into one of the main pressure points for international maritime trade. In the first hours of the conflict, reports confirmed vessels being attacked, tankers damaged, and ships forced to remain stationary, while several…
Why logistics is much more than transportation
For many years, international logistics has been mistakenly reduced to a single concept: moving goods from one place to another. However, global trade institutions agree on a key point: logistics is a strategic system that supports international trade, not merely an operational service. Organizations such as the World Bank and…
2026 Outlook: Long-term Ocean Freight Rates Set to Drop
The global container shipping market is showing clear signs of adjustment. After several years of rate increases driven by inflation, logistical disruptions, and international trade tensions, forecasts indicate that contractual freight rates could decline significantly in 2026. Rate and Contract Outlook Recent market analyses indicate that long-term freight contracts for…