Not back office. Forward base—Sorokas turns shipping tech into strategy
In an era of geopolitical disruption, Maritech CEO Dimitris Sorokas redefines maritime technical support as a strategic tool for resilience, not just routine maintenance
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Storm in the shipping lane: How Trump’s tariffs are reshaping global trade
Shipping executives warn that Trump’s tariffs will disrupt global trade, increase costs, and push major economies toward recession. Uncertainty grips the industry as retaliatory moves from key trading partners loom
Editorial #9
New U.S. regulations on Chinese-built ships threaten global shipping, disrupting trade routes, increasing costs, and forcing fleet adjustments. These measures reshape maritime logistics, impacting businesses, supply chains, and the global economy
Joe Kramek of WSC challenges proposed fees and U.S.-built vessel mandates
On March 24, 2025, Joe Kramek will testify before the Section 301 Committee, arguing that proposed port fees and U.S.-built vessel mandates will harm American consumers, exporters, and supply chains. This is a summary of his testimony
Stormy horizon for ocean shipping giants
The golden days of high freight rates are over. Overcapacity, trade tensions, and shifting alliances have turned the tide for the world’s largest ocean carriers. Can they stay afloat?
The uncertain future of ocean freight: Tariffs, overcapacity, and the Red Sea factor
The world’s largest ocean carriers are facing a challenging landscape of falling freight rates, surplus capacity, and shifting geopolitical forces. With tariffs, an influx of new ships, and alliance shake-ups in motion, the industry is bracing for turbulence
Global oil shipping market disruptions: Tariffs, trade disputes, and geopolitical risks
The global oil shipping market faces significant disruptions due to shifting tariffs, trade disputes, and geopolitical risks. These factors are reshaping pricing, logistics, and trade flows, leading to increased costs and volatility
Shipping market insights: A comprehensive overview of current trends
The shipping market insights for the week of February 3, 2025, analyzes key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping global shipping markets
Global trade 2025: Maersk warns of strong demand and continued disruption
Shipping giant Maersk anticipates strong global trade demand in 2025, but warns of looming disruptions, from East Coast port strikes to tariff threats, testing supply chain resilience
Navigating the risks of a new China-U.S. tariff war under Trump’s second term
China faces critical economic decisions as Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs in 2025 threaten to upend U.S.-China trade. Potential counterstrategies, including currency devaluation, carry global implications
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