container
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Other technologies store heat differently, using solid materials inside insulated containers.
However, some ports and marine services in southern and eastern Africa could benefit from tankers and containers avoiding the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz, and sailing around the Cape of Good Hope.
From BBC
“The situation today is probably more uncertain than ever, as the geopolitical environment continues to be complex and container shipping remains a highly competitive industry,” the CEO said.
The world’s fifth-largest container line by capacity expects a major hit to earnings as disrupted trade flows and costs add to declining freight rates and slowing market growth.
Direct exposure is limited, with only 5% of container volumes tied to the Middle East, while diversions from Strait of Hormuz disruptions may benefit throughput, he says.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
