Ocean carrier alliances: Significant reorganization in 2025
In a volatile market, a. hartrodt offers stability, security and reliability.
At the turn of the year, a. hartrodt's sea freight customers can look forward to improvements – a restructuring of the ocean carrier alliances in international container shipping is imminent in 2025. "The market expects more reliable schedules, optimized capacity and higher operational efficiency in the short term," summarizes Brian Engholm Kristiansen, Head of Global Procurement at a. hartrodt. On February 1, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd will launch the European "Gemini Cooperation". At the same time, the Asian "Premier Alliance" of HMM, Ocean Network Express (ONE) and Yang Ming Line will come into force. Brian Engholm Kristiansen considers the reorganization to be "significant".
MSC will compete alone against other alliances
From January 2025, the world's largest container shipping company MSC is planning a stand-alone network with an estimated capacity of over 6 million TEUs. By comparison, the Gemini Cooperation has a capacity of around 4 million TEUs, while the Premier Alliance is estimated to have approximately 3.3 million TEUs. Meanwhile, the Ocean Alliance of OOCL, Cosco Shipping, CMA-CGM and Evergreen Line with around 3.8 million TEUs has been extended until 2032.
Customized solutions with consistent quality
In the whirlwind of ocean carrier alliances in 2025, a. hartrodt will stand by its customers like a safe haven. "In a volatile market, we stay true to our core values and continue to provide stability, security and reliability," emphasizes Brian Engholm Kristiansen. This includes competitive solutions for which capacities are secured worldwide and offerings are constantly being developed. "Thanks to extensive experience and our strong international network, we guarantee consistent quality service," he says. In order to be able to offer the best customized solutions, a. hartrodt is committed to "understanding and embracing all opportunities in the market," says Brian Engholm Kristiansen.
The expert expects ocean carrier alliances to focus on economies of scale to remain competitive and reduce environmental impact. "Full order books, new builds and global disruption will influence market dynamics," he predicts for 2025.