Transit time debate. 
 
The slow-steaming issue is something that will continue to be a feature in 2011 because of the overhang of new tonnage being delivered this year and next. Commentators expect tonnage capacity to rise by 7-10% this year (depending on scrappage and lay-up), so that will inevitably mean more freight capacity as a function of time, so some adjustment will have to be made to scheduling to keep things under control. Maersk have a specific market positioning as they profile themselves as the conventional reefership (point-to-point) alternative but all the other lines are simply common line-haul carriers when it comes to general freight. The big factor which will change here compared to 2009/2010 is the rapidly rising bunker prices. If fuel costs rise even quicker ($ 100/ barrel not far away) this will put pressure back on the lines to operate more prudently, in spite of increasing demand for trade. With regard to meat and other perishables, the next problem will also be the worldwide shortage of reefer containers- another consequence of the slowdown in 2008, when boxes were simply not being ordered. 
 
So, be ready for space and container space squeeze, increasing Bunker Adjustment Factors and increased equipment surcharges. 
 
Will all this mean a return of conventional reeferships to world trade? Don't bet on it- they're are too expensive to operate, too inflexible and unlikely to be built in numbers which will replace the rapid scrapping that is happening now.

Devin, 
 
I am so very impressed. W@ho would have thought that the little brother of my ex wife would be a world wide exporter. Probably makes life a bit easier than trying to build houses in this depressed economy. After 38 years I am now faced with reinventing my life, not a simple task, but with the Lords grace and guidence, the door that is closed will reveal a door that is open. Much love and continued success in all your endevors. Lar

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