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Close-up of the bow of a large MSC container ship cutting through open sea, symbolizing global shipping power and transformation

MSC’s 7M TEU milestone: The dawn of capacity hegemony

The seas now belong to one titan. MSC has crossed the seven-million-TEU threshold—a scale of power no carrier has ever touched. This is not just dominance; it is the reshaping of global trade itself

Dark storm waves hitting a small pier, with strong wind and rough sea conditions all around

Decks and Deals Weekly #9

Shipping developments from September 6–13, 2025, delivered a masterclass in maritime chaos as trade wars collided with regulatory crackdowns, vessel acquisitions, and technological breakthroughs across global markets

Aerial view of a major container port at night with stacked shipping containers, large cranes, and a suspension bridge under a dramatic sky, illustrating high cargo traffic and global logistics complexity

When shipping tariffs turn container lines into strategic masterminds

Trump’s latest tariff threats have shipping giants scrambling like seasoned strategic masterminds, but instead of moving pieces across boards, they’re repositioning entire fleets while major European ports brace for August’s looming trade apocalypse

A high-angle view of Pipavav Terminal in India, featuring multiple container ships docked at the port. Large cranes are actively loading and unloading cargo, while stacks of colorful shipping containers line the terminal. The surrounding infrastructure includes warehouses and transport trucks, highlighting the port’s role in India’s growing trade network

Maersk’s $5 billion bet on India’s maritime future

Maersk’s $5 billion investment in India’s ports and logistics is a strategic move, but can it truly challenge China’s supremacy in global shipbuilding? The answer lies in the industry’s structure, not in political knee-jerks

A vibrant shipyard scene at Cochin Shipyard, India, showcasing two massive red gantry cranes labeled “COCHIN SHIPYARD.” A ship component is being carefully lifted by the cranes, while workers and infrastructure in the background highlight the bustling activity of the facility. The sky is a mix of blue and warm hues, reflecting the industrial dynamism of India's shipbuilding ambitions

A billion-dollar question: Can India outbuild China?

Can India become the next global shipbuilding giant? With Maersk’s new partnership and a $2.9 billion government push, the West may finally have a counterweight to China’s maritime dominance