Ethanol demand slowly grew at the end of February, even as supplies continued to expand. Corn futures of $3.80 per bushel allowed ethanol production to remain strong, even though margins were extremely limited to negative. However, the focus continues to be on support through the spring and summer, not on immediate demand. It is typical…
It has been a slow late winter in the grains market. Corn has been slow to move due to slow flat price and no interest in selling at these values by the producer. The cash market has stayed relatively firm despite a carry-out of 1.837 billion bushels. South America weather did not offer hope for…
VietNamNet Bridge – The rapid growth of Vietnam’s export-oriented manufacturing sector has boosted demand for logistics services. However, the local logistics sector has largely failed to fully meet demand. As a result, many enterprises are now looking for the opportunities to join the sector. Cai Mep – Thi Vai Port. The Word Bank in late…
Our panel suggests that carrier consolidation will continue, but will be largely confined to specific trade lanes and commodity niches. In the meantime, shippers and carriers must cooperate at an unprecedented level for sustainable solutions to emerge. The ocean carrier industry remains in the doldrums, as providers still struggle to find the right formula for…
