El transporte marítimo mundial se atasca entre conflictos y crisis climáticas
El precio disparado de los fletes, que suben el 140% desde febrero, refleja la acumulación de bloqueos en el tráfico, desde el estrecho de Ormuz hasta el Canal de Panamá
The global maritime transport sector is struggling amidst conflicts and climate crises. The closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for more than 10% of global trade and 20% of oil supply, has dealt a severe blow to maritime transport. This comes alongside geopolitical shocks and weather-related disruptions. The Houthi rebels in Yemen have also threatened transit in the Red Sea, impacting Suez Canal passage.
Adding to this complexity is Panama's decision to restrict ship transit due to drought, as the infrastructure requires freshwater for operating locks. Drought in Central America, linked to the El Niño phenomenon, is the latest setback for a sector already grappling with soaring freight costs, which have increased by 140% since February, and soaring fuel prices.
The control of key points for global trade has become central to geopolitical maneuvering and military conflicts.
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