"CEO of Hapag-Lloyd Addresses Global Trade Outlook and Supply Chain Disruptions"

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CEO Rolf Habben Jansen of Hapag-Lloyd, the world's fifth-largest ocean carrier, expresses optimism for trade demand in the second half of 2024, despite a drop in 2023 net profit and increased costs due to Red Sea diversions. The company is facing challenges from attacks in the Red Sea, increased emissions, and a longer shipping route. Hapag-Lloyd has formed a new ocean alliance with Maersk to improve schedule reliability, and U.S. shippers are preparing for potential port strikes during the peak shipping season.
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