Post by Hapag-Lloyd AG

Global trade isn't going away. It's taking new routes. Last year, 192 million containers crossed the world's oceans aboard 6,000 vessels – another record. Yet with tariffs, sanctions, and disruptions along major shipping routes, the real question is whether global trade is still growing, or under threat. As one of the world's leading liner shipping companies, Hapag-Lloyd sees these shifts as they emerge – often long before they surface in economic reports or headlines. 🎙️ In the latest episode of "Straight Talk", out now, CEO Rolf Habben Jansen shares his perspective on how global trade is evolving, who's gaining ground, and what it means for customers and the shipping industry. What you can expect: ➡️ Why global trade keeps growing despite geopolitical tensions and increasing fragmentation ➡️ The regions emerging as the next growth engines – and who's actually becoming the "+1" ➡️ How supply chains are shifting from single-origin sourcing to more diversified, resilient networks ➡️ An honest take on whether nearshoring is really happening, and where ➡️ What these developments mean for container shipping, Hapag-Lloyd, and your supply chain Hosted by maritime journalist Janet Porter, "Straight Talk" offers insights from the front line of global trade. Listen to the latest episode here: https://lnkd.in/gz6k7n4y #HapagLloyd