As news broke at #TPM25 in Long Beach that MSC/BlackRock had acquired most of Hutchison Port Holdings' global port network—including key Panama terminals flagged by President Trump for excessive Chinese control—host Mike King breaks down the deal with container shipping expert Lars Jensen, CEO of Vespucci Maritime.

They also dive into tariff wars, the container shipping outlook, Suez, and potential US port fees for container lines.

Key Highlights:

Exclusive insights into the massive MSC/BlackRock deal involving Hutchison Ports

Deep dive into the latest Trump administration trade policies and tariffs

Unpacking the potential impacts on transatlantic and global trade

Expert perspectives on shipping uncertainty, port operations, and future market challenges

Timestamps:

0:00 - MSC/Blackrock Hutchison Ports Deal

3:00 - New Tariffs Landscape

5:00 - Trade Uncertainty and Market Volatility

7:00 - Peak Season and Shipping Dynamics

9:00 - Potential US Port Fees and Shipping Implications

Recorded live at #TPM25 in Long Beach on March 4th, this episode provides critical insights for anyone involved in global logistics, shipping, and international trade. Big thanks to Dimerco Express Group for supporting this episode of  @thefreightbuyersclub2866 

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Featuring Lars Jensen, Maritime Expert and CEO of Vespucci Maritime

Host: Mike King