Shipping & Logistics

Shipping giant Maersk warns delays from Russia sanctions pose 'significant risk' to food, perishables cargo

Customs authorities in the European Union and UK are inspecting all containers to and from Russia transiting their ports, leading to 'significant delays' that could imperil the cold chain.

The 18,340-teu Mary Maersk (built 2013) in the port of Rotterdam where cargoes bound for Russia will be blocked by customs.
The 18,340-teu Mary Maersk (built 2013) in the port of Rotterdam where cargoes bound for Russia will be blocked by customs.Alf van Beem/Creative Commons
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Published 4 March 2022, 23:35Updated 4 March 2022, 23:35