Global disruption puts resilience of maritime trade in focus, says DP World

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DP World's Marine Services published a whitepaper on maritime trade resilience amid geopolitical disruption, climate issues, and changing trade policies affecting over 80% of the world's merchandise transport. The report emphasizes challenges and strategies for global maritime networks valued at $14 trillion.

More than 80% of world merchandise trade by volume is transported by sea. The networks carrying an estimated $14 trillion worth of containerised goods are being tested by geopolitical disruption, climate pressures and changing trade policies. A new whitepaper published by DP World’s Marine Services business to mark World Maritime Day 2026, examines how these ...