Episode 1288: Think Tank: Gaza ceasefire could reopen Suez Canal, reset container trade system
A ceasefire in the Gaza conflict could potentially end attacks in the Red Sea, reopening the Suez Canal and normalising the Asia-to-Europe container shipping route. - Gaza ceasefire could stop Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping- Route via Cape of Good Hope takes 10 days longer than Suez Canal- Reopening Suez would add 10 days of chemicals inventory to the market- Europe would be open to more Asia exports- Freight rates could fall as container capacity is freed up - ‘Stunning’ levels of overcapacity expected in China in 2025- New Cefic report highlights need for new Europe industrial deal for chemicals