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Stormy Waters Ahead: A Challenging Year for Container Shipping

As we sail deeper into 2025, the container shipping industry finds itself navigating a turbulent confluence of geopolitical unrest, inflationary headwinds, and shifting global trade dynamics.

This year’s outlook is being shaped by a complex mix of overcapacity, persistent global conflicts, evolving trade alliances, and intensifying regulatory pressure—each demanding strategic recalibration from carriers and stakeholders alike.



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