News / Time to end 'abuse by box lines' and create fairer and greener supply chains

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Fiata has severely criticised the major shipping lines, accusing them of abusing their dominant position in the market and distorting competition.

In a punchy discussion paper published yesterday, the forwarder association outlined several key requirements to ensure a more level playing field in the market.

It said: “Access to the global logistics chain is under threat today. Moves by the world’s largest shipping lines, which, as part of the three global shipping alliances, dominate 80% of the global market, and 95% of ...