The region’s largest trade event for the project cargo & breakbulk industry

Weathering the Storm: What’s Next for Breakbulk Carriers?

Carriers across the breakbulk and project cargo spectrum are facing intense operational pressure. From pending port fees, ageing vessels and capacity pressures, to complex emissions requirements, crew shortages and geopolitical trade tensions, fleet operators are forced to make faster, riskier, and more strategic decisions than ever. Senior voices from across the breakbulk fleet will confront the industry's most pressing challenges and explore how operators are adapting to survive and thrive.

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Wednesday 01 October 11:50 AM - 12:35 PM Main Stage

Add to calendar 10/01/2025 11:50 10/01/2025 12:35 Weathering the Storm: What’s Next for Breakbulk Carriers?

Carriers across the breakbulk and project cargo spectrum are facing intense operational pressure. From pending port fees, ageing vessels and capacity pressures, to complex emissions requirements, crew shortages and geopolitical trade tensions, fleet operators are forced to make faster, riskier, and more strategic decisions than ever. Senior voices from across the breakbulk fleet will confront the industry's most pressing challenges and explore how operators are adapting to survive and thrive.

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Moderator

Yorck Niclas Prehm

Head of Research, Toepfer Transport

Speakers

Ben Collins

Global Project Cargo Manager, MSC

Dea Chincuanco

President – Americas, dship Carriers Americas

Henrik Hansen

General Manager, AAL Shipping (AAL) Americas

Vedran Muratbegovic

SVP, Industrial, Wallenius Wilhelmsen