International Asset Systems

Paul J. Crinks
Chief executive
www.interasset.com

For the overwhelming majority of shipping lines, 2009 was the most challenging year ever experienced: collapsing demand coupled with overcapacity, freight rates at levels lower than variable cost, government- and investor-led bailouts, and unprecedented cost cutting. While volume on some trade lanes shows signs of recovery, overall profitability will likely


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