In a few short months, the mayhem wrought by coronavirus has changed the world. Our response to the epidemic [more than the virus itself] has the potential to permanently alter the balance of the global economy. But it might be the kind of Black Swan e…
In the midst of uncertainty and significant risk to people’s health, it is clear that the need for robust and accurate screening and testing of Covid-19 is needed now more than ever. The social and health implications of Covid-19 have already been well…
Managing a crisis: Covid-19 and the threat to Critical National Infrastructure Read More »
Before the coronavirus outbreak, shipping was already facing headwinds, including those caused by the trade war which has lowered volumes and changed trade patterns, both interesting developments which will continue into the future even as the world ad…
US Seaborne Exports Slow As The Trade War Takes Hold Read More »
A spectacular upwards trend in global iron ore trade unfolded for almost two decades. But in the past couple of years signs of faltering have emerged, and prospects for 2020 are subdued. Following an article published by Hellenic Shipping News Worldwid…
Iron ore trade growth trend fades Read More »
As countries world-wide implement far-reaching measures in an attempt to contain the coronavirus (COVID-19), the global economy is starting to slow down significantly. The crisis is prompting flashbacks to the global financial crisis of 2008-09. Althou…