Expect Better 2H Than 1H of the Year, Says Hapag-Lloyd CEO

The video discusses the business results, highlighting stable volume growth but increased costs affecting earnings. It provides an outlook for the future, noting cost stabilization and potential recovery in freight rates. The impact of trade tensions, particularly tariffs between China, the US, and Europe, is examined, with limited effects on container shipping so far. Concerns about industry overcapacity and the balance between supply and demand are also addressed, with cautious optimism for future growth.

What is the current state of the order book in the shipping industry, and why is it significant?

How does the speaker perceive the balance between supply and demand in the shipping industry?