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The premium for the fixture of the 5,527-teu Talassa (built 2005), pictured under a former name, shows how fast rates are rising. Photo: Ken Smith/MarineTraffic

Chunky boxship fixtures boost rates to highest level in 12 years

Owners begin to secure long periods as rates hit levels not seen since the financial crisis

3 November 2020 13:57 GMT Updated 3 November 2020 13:57 GMT

By Ian Lewis

in London

Leading boxship owners Peter Dohle and Zodiac Maritime are cashing in as lines concede to taking containerships at stronger rates for longer periods.

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Chunky boxship fixtures boost rates to highest level in 12 years