Sea-Intelligence notes that predicting future fleet sizes for shipping companies requires a thorough analysis of fleet adaptation strategies. While a simplistic approach of adding current and order book sizes is common, it overlooks individual company dynamics like trading used tonnage and chartered vessels. Customized forecasts show MSC expanding significantly, surpassing Maersk.
Increased emissions from shipping diversions due to Middle East conflicts have led to a spike in carbon emissions per tonne of cargo in major shipping lanes. Shippers are resorting to air and rail transport, resulting in higher CO2 emissions. Shipping disruptions have prompted global trade redirection, creating environmental challenges and economic costs.
Terminal Investment Ltd acquired a 49% stake in Adani Ennore Container Terminal Pvt Ltd from APSEZ for Rs 247 crore, with an enterprise value of Rs 1,211 Crore. The deal received security clearance from the Union government. This strengthens the partnership between APSEZ and MSC, who jointly operate the Adani International Container Terminal at Mundra Port.
Japan’s Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a medium-term plan to expand its operating fleet to 3 million TEU by 2030, with an annual growth rate of 10%. This $25 billion effort is seen as a way for ONE to regain market share and catch up with competitors like Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd.
