Lars Jensen: Geopolitics, Looming Port Strikes and the Future of Container Shipping

In this episode of The Freight Buyers’ Club, hosted by industry veteran Mike King and produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group, Mike interviews Lars Jensen, one of the world’s foremost container shipping and supply chain analysts. As CEO of Vespucci Maritime, Lars brings his unparalleled expertise to the table to discuss the pressing issues facing shippers.

Topics covered include:

• What next for container spot and contract freight rates?
• The ongoing Red Sea Crisis and its long-term impact on global shipping routes
• Comparisons with past disruptions such as the Ever Given blockage of the Suez Canal
• The looming threat of strikes by ILA longshoremen at US East and Gulf Coast ports
• The influence of upcoming US elections and threat of tariffs on international trade relations
• Strategies of major carriers like Hapag-Lloyd, MSC and Maersk, and the formation of new alliances
• Predictions for market demand amidst economic volatility and upcoming political elections
• The rapid growth in container shipping capacity and the risks of overcapacity
• The potential for long-term diversions around the Cape of Good Hope and their implications for shippers
• The Federal Maritime Commission’s (FMC) enhanced enforcement powers and what they mean for shippers and carriers

Join us as we explore these critical issues and more, providing you with the knowledge you need to navigate the complexities of the shipping industry. Subscribe to The Freight Buyers’ Club on your preferred platform, including YouTube for additional video content, or visit https://www.thefreightbuyersclub.com.