'The pleas from ocean carners may appear desperate, but these are desperate times and without some success in getting price increases through, this may be the 'last chance saloon' for some.'

摘要

Hardly a day has passed in the past month when an ocean carrier has not announced a general rate increase (GRI) and/or planned changes to its bunker adjustment factor, peak season surcharge etc. Quite simply, liner shipping companies are desperate for more revenue and better cashflow.rnWith freight rates on some tradelanes down 30% and more on a year ago and volumes softer by 20% and greater, the reason for these actions can be understood.