A call for snail sailing

摘要

There is further scope for ocean carriers to slow their ships, cutting unit costs to the bone as fierce rate wars continue to afflict the world's major trade lanes, according to Drewry Shipping Consultants. The consultant said extra-slow steaming would soak up the embarrassment of 31 deliveries of 10,000 teu-plus newbuildings for the remainder of this year, requiring more ships to be added to loops.