The Covid-19 pandemic displayed just how important seaborne freight is to the global economy but these markets are dynamic and are often at the mercy of external factors. In order to understand (and minimize) the risks associated with freight needs, companies need to keep up with a series of factors, including global demand, container markets and vessel availability. We take a look at some of the issues that could impact the price of freight.

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Sara Warden

Sara joined CZ in 2021 as a commodity journalist after a brief period covering commodities and leveraged finance at several London-based new outlets. In the four years prior, Sara lived in Mexico City, where she worked as a bilingual journalist and editor across several key industries, including mining, oil and gas, and health. Since joining CZ, she has led the creation of general interest content that uses data to present key trends, with a focus on attracting a new, broader audience base. She graduated from the University of Strathclyde in 2014 with joint honours in Journalism and Spanish and is currently studying a Master’s in Food Policy.

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