Container Shipping

Overview Global freight indices may be easing, but Australia and New Zealand supply chains are facing a very different reality. Peak-season demand, carrier surcharges, and weather-driven disruption continue to push ocean freight costs higher, while air cargo remains a vital but capacity-constrained alternative. At the same time, tighter biosecurity rules and geopolitical uncertainty are reshaping trade flows and adding new layers of complexity. For importers and exporters, the takeaway is clear: success will not come from tracking global averages, but from recognising Oceania’s unique dynamics, anticipating disruption, and acting early to protect cost and service performance. This update provides a… Read More