News / Shipping lines reduce capacity on Asia-Europe as Chinese new year looms

23/01/2013

Container shipping lines on the key Asia-Europe trades are moving to cut back on capacity in preparation for a lull in volumes following the start of the forthcoming Chinese New Year, which begins on 10 February.

According to shipping consultancy Alphaliner, weeks seven (commencing ...

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