Europe’s container ports experienced a marked recovery in 2024, rebounding after declines in 2023. Europe’s ten largest container ports handled nearly 65 million TEUs in 2024, an increase of 5.8% compared to 2023. The growth was driven by a combination of increased demand, strategic rerouting of shipping lanes, and significant investments in fleet and port infrastructure. Source: Actia Forum
This insight brief sets the scene for a more in-depth exploration of port call optimisation strategies, outlining their key characteristics and considerations. Two primary strategies dominate the discussion: just-in-time (JIT) arrivals and virtual arrivals (VA). Both are focused on adjusting a vessel’s speed based on port readiness; in other words, ensuring that ships arrive when berth space and nautical services […]
As one of Australia’s key gateways to trade, North Queensland Bulk Ports provides security, growth and prosperity for regional Queensland communities. As critical gateways for trade, more than 150 million tonnes of cargo pass through North Queensland Bulk Ports each year with a total annual trade value of $53 billion. Our ports of Hay Point, Mackay, Abbot Point and Weipa […]
Shipowners are adapting by focusing on mature and available technologies and making their fleet more flexible in anticipation of future uncertainties (dual fuel). There appears to be no clear winner emerging; biofuels and bio-LNG are more mature alternatives; synthetics contribute significantly to achieving Net Zero Source: Bain
Global trade is forecast to grow at a modestly faster pace over the next five years than during the preceding decade. However, record high uncertainty about future trade policies clouds the outlook. Even if all tariff increases proposed by the Trump administration are implemented and countries retaliate in turn, global trade is forecast to continue growing – but at a […]
The reefer container market in Q2 2025 remains under pressure from ongoing Red Sea disruptions, extended transit times, and evolving shipping alliances. Rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope continues to affect vessel schedules and equipment availability, particularly on Asia–Europe and Transatlantic trades.
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