Freight market developments – price adjustments and capacity challenges
2025-06-11The recent political turmoil and trade tariffs have affected the shipping industry, primarily the Asia – US relationship, but we […]
The recent political turmoil and trade tariffs have affected the shipping industry, primarily the Asia – US relationship, but we are now also seeing the effects of this on our largest Asia – Europe relationship.
Initially, the challenge was to counteract a very rapid and sharp decline in demand. This was done, among other things, through so-called ‘blank voyages’ and removing capacity from the market. When the 90-day break was introduced, it coincided with the normal increase in volume ahead of Black Friday and Christmas shopping. The combination now means that shipping companies do not have capacity to meet demand and for some time now we have noted fully booked boats, lack of equipment in some ports / regions. After a long period of falling conditions in the market, the shipping companies have now implemented a first increase and at the same time announce further adjustments in the near future.
Due to the above, we have reflected the new conditions as of June 1 and we also share that there are more planned in the near future.
The situation is by no means unusual and we would as always recommend bookings well in advance, regardless of relationship and direction. This is so that we can ensure equipment and location that meets your expectations.
We believe that demand will remain high during the coming summer period and that the industry will be strained.
Port workers’ union continues dispute – rejects secondary agreement
On Tuesday evening last week, mediators from the Swedish Mediation Institute presented a proposal for an agreement between the Swedish Ports and the Swedish Dockworkers’ Union. The proposal meant that HF would be given the opportunity to sign an agreement with the same content as the one previously concluded with the Transport Workers’ Union, a so-called secondary agreement.
We are following the situation closely and will keep those affected informed. If you have any questions about whether your shipment will be affected by the strike, you are warmly welcome to contact us!
With kind regards,
FMS Sweden.
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