Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and conflicts in the Middle East are affecting shipping costs and creating tanker shortages. It was stated on this TV channel “Russia 24” Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
“Today, trade relations and transport and logistics chains have changed significantly, which affects freight costs due to tanker shortages. This could also affect the market,” Novak said.
According to him, the situation needs to be monitored so that joint decisions that will balance the market can be taken quickly.
The world’s largest shipping companies in late December and early January stated about the decision directory Ships are crossing the Red Sea due to Houthi attacks. This caused Experts noted a 50% increase in shipping costs and a two-week increase in delivery times.
January 26 Houthis was attacked There is a tanker carrying Russian oil in the Gulf of Aden.
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