News / Container shipping rate contract negotiations hit deadlock, due to low pricing

30/11/2015

Negotiations between shippers and container lines over annual contracts on the Asia-North Europe trade have hit a “deadlock”, according to Drewry.

None of the parties involved appear in any hurry to conclude their annual deals, said the maritime analyst today.

“Shippers believe the carriers’ stance will weaken ...

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