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News / Shipper arms being twisted, as carriers use 'carrot' of shipment to sell add-ons

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Ocean carriers are being accused of “arm-twisting” to coerce shippers to purchase extra products, such as customs clearance and insurance to increase their prospects of shipment.

In a message, seen by The Loadstar, sent to a UK-based shipper, Hamburg Süd says: “Rates will remain high as ...

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