The resulting delays and extra costs for shipping companies have fueled concerns that consumers, still struggling after a prolonged spell of rampant inflation, could be hit with fresh price rises.
Houthi attacks on cargo ships have cut Red Sea container traffic by almost 30% since late last year, according to the International Monetary Fund. The Red Sea is an important shipping conduit for the ...
LONDON/LOS ANGELES, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Container shipping rates for key global trade routes have soared this week, with U.S. and UK air strikes on Yemen stirring fears of a prolonged disruption to ...
April 10 (Reuters) - The shipping industry's pledge to limit its carbon footprint may suffer a setback as the current Red Sea crisis prompts it to use more vessels and take longer routes to ensure the ...