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Jan 2024
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Episode 72: The Red Sea Crisis

Zencargo
About this episode

In the latest episode of Freight to the Point, we’ve featured our most recent webinar, recorded on 10th January on the Red Sea Crisis. Carriers have suspended vessels from passing through the Bab al-Mandeb strait after the recent attacks by the Houthis which has had implications for the shipping industry. 

Our experts, Anne-Sophie Fribourg, VP of Ocean and Catia Fernandes, Head of Trade Asia and IPAK - Europe and Intra-Europe, share their insights on the repercussions of the crisis on:

  • Rates
  • Transit times
  • Equipment
  • Capacity

Discover the broader implications for the shipping industry and learn essential strategies for shippers collaborating with their freight forwarders to mitigate risks in their supply chain. Stay informed on the latest developments by listening to this insightful episode.

Resources

Watch the full webinar: https://content.zencargo.com/redsea-crisis-video

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