Container shipping competition under scrutiny as market concentration raises concerns

Container shipping competition shaped by national fleet ownership concentration in 2026

Container shipping competition is facing renewed scrutiny amid concerns that growing market concentration, extensive carrier cooperation and limited regulatory oversight are reducing competition, increasing supply chain risks and weakening resilience for shippers. Six major foreign carriers now control nearly 80% of global capacity, while alliances coordinate services across key trade lanes. The report argues that the present market structure gives dominant […]

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