More difficult than expected to remove the stranded ship obstructing the canal: a crucial “shortcut” for Asia-Europe maritime transport is missing
by Sissi Bellomo
The Suez Canal blocked by a huge container ship
The supply difficulties experienced by companies risk worsening further with the blockade of the Suez Canal, which does not seem close to being resolved. Maritime transits in what is the fastest connecting route between Asia and Europe could remain interrupted for a long time, perhaps even “for weeks”. This is what some of the companies involved – so far with poor results – fear in the works to free the giant ship that has been obstructing the …
