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West African ports and 2025 cargo throughput across major coastal trade gateways

West African ports must prepare as trade value triples by 2050

West African ports face growing pressure as regional trade is projected to double by weight and triple by value by 2050. Larger vessels, concentrated shipping services and hub-and-spoke networks could increase dependence on a limited number of ports and operators. Stronger inland connections, coordinated investment and expanded coastal shipping will be essential to improving connectivity and resilience. Why we chose […]

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Cape Horn routing risks increase as Panama Canal restrictions push ships towards southern South America

Panama Canal restrictions revive Cape Horn routing risks

Panama Canal restrictions are prompting some shipowners to reconsider alternative routes around the southern tip of South America. While the Drake Passage and Strait of Magellan can help vessels avoid canal delays, both introduce additional navigational, operational and commercial risks. The choice of route can also create disputes between owners and charterers over safety decisions and pilotage costs. Why we […]

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Port congestion by region showing 3.9 million TEU of container capacity tied up in 2025 and 2026

Port congestion ties up 3.9 million TEU of container capacity

Port congestion has reached its highest absolute level since the disruption experienced during the pandemic, tying up approximately 3.9 million TEU of vessel capacity. Severe weather and port closures in China are creating backlogs that are spreading across global shipping networks. Strong Asian exports and service cancellations are adding further pressure to freight capacity and schedule reliability. Why we chose […]

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Carbon dioxide temperature and pressure diagram relevant to onboard carbon capture in shipping

Onboard carbon capture could bridge shipping’s fuel transition

Onboard carbon capture could provide a practical emissions-reduction pathway for existing ships that will continue using carbon-based fuels into the 2040s. Retrofitted systems can capture a meaningful proportion of vessel emissions, potentially allowing operators to defer major fuel-conversion decisions. However, their viability depends heavily on fuel penalties, remaining vessel life, carbon pricing and access to ports capable of receiving captured […]

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