Post by Shapiro

Voyage disruptions, higher #fuel costs, insurance spikes, and #MiddleEast instability have strained ocean carriers in 2026. Facing weak Q1 profits, they're turning to old reliable: #blanksailings and holding #capacity out of the market.   Enter the Extra Loader. Suddenly, carriers add extra vessels back into the trade lane to calm frustrated shippers, reduce congestion, and prevent competitors from cashing in on rising spot rates.   This and more in the latest issue of #ShapTalk, out now: https://lnkd.in/g9epkRGx   #SupplyChain #InternationalTrade #OceanFreight