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Carriers face chilly response to their new transpacific contract rates

North Europe Headlines

News / Carriers at a critical juncture as spot market flashes red signals again

News / Fears that transatlantic rates may sink under the weight of extra tonnage

News / Barge users face major surcharges as water levels drop across North Europe

News / Carriers 'reschedule' schedules as German ports get back to work, temporarily

News / Full ships could lead to a more stable container shipping market

COMPANY NOTICES

News / The worst is over claim box carriers that see signs of a profit in Q3

News / Container spot rates hold steady, but carrier hopes price rises will stick are fading

Maersk results signal a liner recovery as the tide turns for carriers

Asia to Europe contract rates soar, but there's pressure on the transpacific

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