Since the start of 2025, much has been written on the impact’s tariffs could have on global trade. But trade disruptions come in many forms.
Amidst complex macroeconomic conditions, including ongoing conflicts and escalating tax wars, the container market is cautiously awaiting a clear direction for the global economy to
As the massive tariffs announced from US President Donald Trump came into force affecting US major trading partners, analysts see car carrier owners at most
The current market is characterized by strong instability and uncertainty due to ongoing geopolitical conflicts and possible rules that the United States of America could
Every year, fires aboard ships result in loss of life and significant damage to the vessels themselves. Most onboard fires originate in the engine room,
As the dry bulk shipping industry steps into 2025, uncertainty looms over the sector, shaped by global economic shifts, trade disputes, and evolving environmental regulations.
The 2024 transit season on the Northern Sea Route (NSR) has reached unprecedented levels, confirming its status as an increasingly vital corridor for trade, particularly
A few hours later the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas came into effect last Sunday, the leader of Yemen’s Houthis said that as long
As we are entering 2025, it’s a good opportunity to look back at the year that just passed. Multiple challenges that affected maritime shipping in
After the first semester of 2024 ended, PortEconomics member Theo Notteboom issued an analysis showing the year-on-year TEU growth in the top European container ports.
