Asia-Europe container services continue returning to routings through the Red Sea and Suez Canal, even as the Houthi-Saudi conflict escalates and security worsens.
Last week's attack on CU Lines' 2,400 teu CUL Klang did not stop other carriers.
Certain carriers are running ad hoc Suez routings, which stresses shippers since some insurers lack Suez coverage and cover must be applied for.
When a routing is set for Cape of Good Hope and the carrier suddenly switches to Suez, insurance must be obtained at short notice, creating stress for BCOs.
The BCOs say the cost is manageable and has not had a big impact so far.
