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BIFW: Geopolitical disruptions, new trade routes and high energy costs reshaping freight economics

Aug 24, 2026

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Rubal Saini

in Logistic

Freight volatility increasingly driven by geopolitics and shifting trade flows Decarbonisation and technology will reshape future shipping costs and decisions At BigMint India Ferrous Week 2026, industry participants discussed how shipping markets are moving beyond the traditional drivers of cargo demand and vessel availability. Geopolitical disruptions, new trade routes, changing sourcing strategies, energy costs and…