News / 'Two-tier' market surfacing as gap between mega and smaller box lines widens

With the Q2 earnings season reaching its finale, an Alphaliner survey this week shows the profitability growth of the biggest carriers greatly exceeds that of the small and medium-sized lines.

Moreover, the consultant suggests, a “two-tier market” may be developing between the contract-focused carriers and those that tap the short-term and spot markets for their liftings.

As the European Commission begins its review of the liner Consortia Block Exemption Regulation, to decide if it should be extended after it expires in April ...