The Dispatch - Issue #41

Whilst rates remain low, to be confident of getting boxes away, you are probably paying a higher rate than at the start of the month.

These space issues are mainly caused by the carriers' implementation of blanked sailings, leading to rollovers.

This week, The Loadstar reported that the 2M Alliance had 42 vessels idling at one point, 29 being Maersk and 13 from MSC.

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Below indices are always lagging on the actual achievable rates, but provide a good record & visual of the situation.

XSI® - C

Report a figure of $1,479 per 40’ container (FEU) dated 21/03/23 (up 0.07% WoW)

FBX

Report a figure of $1,337 per 40’ container (FEU) dated 24/03/23 (down 7% WoW)

News

The ‘mother of all BAFs’ looms for shippers as green targets advance - The Loadstar

Shippers are concerned that decarbonisation discussions will lead to “the mother of all bafs” as shipping lines seek to pass on green costs

The LoadstarNick Savvides

Amazon, other retailers revamp ‘free’ shipping as costs soar

There is no such thing as free shipping.

ReutersLisa Baertlein

Retailers warn of challenging orderbooks amid continued high inventory - The Loadstar

Logistics confidence that retailers are nearing lower inventory levels may be too optimistic, with shippers continuing to see high levels.

The LoadstarAlex Lennane

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