Shipping Alliances
Find out more about the shipping company alliances, the current compositions and the reasons for mergers, including possible effects on customers.
Major shipping lines are joining forces and pooling their resources to increase their efficiency and competitiveness in the global shipping market. These partnerships allow members to share vessels, routes and terminals, thereby reducing costs and expanding service offerings. But teaming up is not always the way forward - some shipping companies prefer to remain independent. They focus on partnerships that benefit their business without tying them to one partner.
The Current Shipping Alliances
The Ship Owners' Motives for Forming Alliances
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The Incoterms
Find more information and explanations on the incoterms below.
