Global container volumes continue to surprise
- Global container traffic up 5.8% in April
- While US tariffs weakened North American imports, Asian exports remained strong, especially to Europe
- Trade with emerging markets surged, with shipments to the Indian subcontinent, South America, and Sub-Saharan Africa increasing sharply
Global container trade maintained steady growth in April, following a record-breaking March, as the industry continues to defy forecasts for a weak trading year. Despite US tariff concerns, Asian exports — particularly from Southeast Asia — remained strong