Freight and multipurpose ships entering container has only had small effect

The past year has seen a number of carriers moving several non-cellular vessels into the red-hot container market, though with limited effect, writes Alphaliner.
P&O Maritime – MCV modified to transport containers. | Photo: P&O Maritime Logistics
P&O Maritime – MCV modified to transport containers. | Photo: P&O Maritime Logistics

The booming container market, where carriers have seen record earnings in the past two years due to capacity shortages, has attracted several freight and multipurpose (MPP) ships, according to Alphaliner.

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