Shipper arms being twisted, as carriers use ‘carrot’ of shipment to sell add-ons

Ocean carriers are being accused of “arm-twisting” to coerce shippers to purchase extra products, such as customs clearance and insurance to increase their prospects of shipment.
In a message, seen by The Loadstar, sent to a UK-based shipper, Hamburg Süd says: “Rates will remain high as both equipment and space remain a challenge on all markets. In order to serve our customers better and offer a truly end-to-end solution, we are therefore …

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Source: The Loadstar

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